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Steel vs. Aluminum Flat Washers: Performance Comparison Guide

The steel versus aluminum flat washer decision is one of the most common and consequential material choices engineers make, affecting weight, strength, corrosion behavior, cost, and long-term assembly performance. Both materials are widely...

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Custom Plastic Washers vs. Metal: Making the Right Material Choice

Custom plastic washers solve engineering problems that no metal can address in applications requiring electrical insulation, chemical resistance to aggressive solvents, or extreme weight reduction at competitive cost when specified correctly. After...

How to Choose a Shim Washer Supplier for Critical Applications

Selecting the right shim washer supplier impacts your product quality, production schedules, and total cost more than most engineers initially recognize. We've served as a trusted shim washer supplier for over a century, giving us a unique...

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Aerospace Spacers 101: Types, Materials, and Applications

Aerospace spacers represent a critical category of precision components that maintain exact distances between parts in aircraft, satellites, and defense systems. We've manufactured aerospace spacers for NASA, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and other...

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Understanding Washer Thickness: From .0005″ to Standard Gauges

Washer thickness represents one of the most critical dimensions affecting load distribution, spacing accuracy, and assembly performance. At Brewster Washers, we've manufactured precision flat washers ranging from ultra-thin .0005" shims to...

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The Ultimate Guide to Specialty Washer Materials and Applications

Standard steel and stainless steel washers serve general-purpose applications adequately, but demanding environments require specialty washer materials with unique properties. We've manufactured specialty washers and spacers from exotic alloys,...

Brewster Washers President Brielle Freda Seminerio Featured in Excellence CEO Magazine

Brewster Washers President Brielle Freda Seminerio Featured in Excellence CEO Magazine

Fifth-generation leader of century-old precision manufacturer shares leadership insights in cover story for "The 10 Most Influential Business Leaders of 2026" FAIRFIELD, N.J. — Brielle Freda Seminerio, President of Brewster Washers, has been...

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How to Choose Between Standard and Custom Flat Washers

Every engineering project requires fastening solutions, but determining whether to use standard or custom flat washers can significantly impact your assembly's performance and cost. We've been manufacturing both standard and custom flat washers...

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Titanium Flat Washers Explained: Types, Functions, and Load Distribution

We've manufactured precision washers for over a century, and titanium flat washers are among the most demanding applications we encounter. These specialized components play critical roles in aerospace, medical, and high-performance applications...

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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025

March 8, 2025 is International Women's Day, a day to celebrate and honor the incredible women who drive change, inspire progress, and lead with strength. Our company President, Brielle Seminerio, is a great example of someone who works to create...