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title: "What should be considered when adjusting and fixing flanges and rod ends?"
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datePublished: "2025-07-24T13:40:53+00:00"
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Flanges and heads (e.g. forked end, rod end, or pivoting end) must be precisely aligned and securely fastened. ZIMM recommends a final check of the end position to avoid mechanical stress and incorrect loading.

- Precise alignment before fixing
- Final inspection to ensure safe operation
- Avoidance of lateral forces