Traveling through thousands of years, Sanxingdui takes you into the riveting history

In the course of investigating human civilization, we are frequently astounded by the wisdom exhibited by ancient civilizations. The Sanxingdui Ruins, regarded as one of the invaluable artifacts of ancient Chinese civilization, not only unveils the daily life of ancient people, but also showcases their remarkable accomplishments in craftsmanship. Among these achievements, the utilization of riveting technology stands out prominently. It serves as not only a symbol of ancient craftsmanship, but also as a link between the past and the present.

1. Riveting technology in the unearthed cultural relics of Sanxingdui

The Sanxingdui Ruins, situated in Guanghan City, Sichuan Province, are an ancient civilization site dating back to approximately 3000 BC. Archaeologists have unearthed remarkable artifacts at the Sanxingdui Ruins, including the bronze standing man, bronze masks, and bronze heads adorned with gold masks. These artifacts are not only distinctive in shape, but also meticulously crafted.

As of June 2022, archaeological excavation at Sanxingdui is still ongoing. However, it came as a surprise to experts when they discovered a peculiar artifact - a bronze artifact shaped like a tortoise shell grid - while cleaning the seventh pit of the site. This bronze artifact showcases exceptional craftsmanship, employing techniques such as casting welding, casting riveting and riveting welding. Of particular note is the use of casting riveting technology.

Casting riveting technology involves inserting rivets into a casting, casting another layer on top, and securing the two castings together. At the Sanxingdui site, this technique was primarily employed in the production of bronze objects, such as double-sided painted bronze items. The application of this technology not only showcases the exquisite skills of ancient artisans, but also offers valuable insights into the ancient riveting civilization.

Casting riveting technology involves inserting rivets into a casting, casting another layer on top, and securing the two castings together. At the Sanxingdui site, this technique was primarily employed in the production of bronze objects, such as double-sided painted bronze items. The application of this technology not only showcases the exquisite skills of ancient artisans, but also offers valuable insights into the ancient riveting civilization.

2.Thousands of years of riveting technology

Riveting technology, an ancient and significant metal connection technique, has played an essential role in human production and life since ancient times. From the initial manual riveting to modern automated riveting, riveting technology has undergone a lengthy and remarkable development process.

As early as the Bronze Age, riveting technology was extensively utilized. The ancient Egyptians employed rivets to join the wooden sectors of the slotted wheel outer line, while the ancient Greeks used rivets to connect the parts of large bronze statues. These applications demonstrate that riveting technology become a crucial method for humans to connect metal thousands of years ago.

With the progression of time, riveting technology has also been consistently advancing. In 1916, H.V. White form the British Aircraft Manufacturing Company obtained the first patent for blind rivets that can be riveted on one side. The introduction of this technology has significantly enhanced the utilization of riveting technology in the aerospace industry. Subsequently, riveting technology has continued to evolve, giving rise to various new riveting techniques such as pendulum riveting, rolling riveting, TOX dot connection technology, and self-piercing riveting. The implementation of these technologies not only enhances the quality and efficiency of riveting, but also expands the scope of application for riveting technology.

In contemporary industry, the utilization of riveting technology has become prevalent in numerous sectors including aircraft manufacturing, automobile manufacturing, precision machinery, and building hardware. As a dependable method of connection, riveting is well-suited for  joining diverse metal and non-metal materials. In the realm of aircraft manufacturing, riveting technology is employed to connect aircraft fuselages, wings and other components. Similarly, in automobile manufacturing, riveting technology is utilized to connect the body, chassis and other parts. In the field of precision machinery, riveting technology is employed to connect various components. These applications demonstrate that riveting technology has become an indispensable component of modern industry.

With the ongoing advancement of science and technology and the continuous development of the industry, riveting technology will continue to encounter new opportunities and challenges. In the future, riveting technology will place greater emphasis on the development and innovation of environmental sustainability, efficiency and intelligence. For instance, this includes the development of eco-friendly materials to replace traditional metal materials, the utilization of technologies such as robotics and artificial intelligence to achieve automation and intelligence in the riveting process, and the implementation of remote monitoring and management of production lines through digitalization and Internet technology. These emerging trends will offer a wider scope and potential for the application of riveting technology.

Heron, as a prominent industry leader specializing in metal connection solutions for over 30 years, remains committed to the ongoing development and production of cutting-edge riveting equipment that caters to industry demands. Our offerings include the Tog-L-Loc / Lance-L-Loc rivet riveting technology and the flat self-piercing rivet FSPR rivet-free riveting technology. These technologies are known for their stability, reliability, versatility, energy efficiency, environmentally friendliness, and user-friendly operation, making them highly sought after by our esteemed clientele. Should you have any inquiries regarding riveting technology, please do not hesitate to contact us for further discussion.