There’s only one Nord-Lock® - What you need to know about Nord-Lock copies and how to avoid them

Our washers are rigorously tested throughout our production process and approved by independent institutes and certification authorities. Therefore, our customers can rest comfortably knowing they are getting the market's safest bolt securing element.

But just as with other products, counterfeiting is a persistent problem in industries where our wedge-locking technology is heavily trusted to secure critical connections in applications. Unfortunately, we continuously discover non-verified washers using Nord-Lock credentials, intending to take advantage of our company’s safety and quality connotations.

Let’s look at why it’s crucial to verify you’ll get the real Nord-Lock deal, and how to do it.

The better choice      

Our washers are the culmination of decades of experience and expertise. We offer premium products and services produced to the very highest specifications and quality standards, durability, and safety. That is what you get when using original Nord-Lock washers.

There is no way of knowing whether copies have gone through proper testing or what materials they’re made of, jeopardizing their safety and reliability. So, authentic Nord-Lock washers are a safe and reliable bolting solution, that also saves you time and money due to less maintenance and downtime.

Gets you on the safe side

By choosing original Nord-Lock washers, you will significantly reduce the likelihood of running into all sorts of problems down the line. And with smooth, consistent operations, your brand shines while productivity thrives. But most importantly – your employees and the people using your applications are in safe hands.

Here to help

If you experience issues, need technical assistance, or wish to inquire about anything bolting-related, using Nord-Lock washers means you have an extensive service team at your disposal. That is one of the reasons why we think of ourselves as your partner in bolting, not only an off-the-shelf provider. With non-verified products, you are left without warranties, meaning that, most likely, you will not get the help you need, and deserve.

Be part of fair, sustainable business practices

We put a lot of effort into manufacturing and distributing our washers as sustainably as possible. And not only does that relate to environmental issues, but also social and economic. So, since counterfeiting is illegal, purchasing these items will indirectly nurture business networks with low labor, sustainability, and ethical standards.

Taking action: Nord-Lock Group’s Initiatives 

We have developed different measures to prevent non-verified Nord-Lock washers from reaching end users. These range from educating on counterfeiting issues to product design.

Laser-marked control number: Since 2011, we laser mark our washers with the Nord-Lock brand name, control number, and type code to ensure full traceability to the original material.

Protecting intellectual property: We register trademarks, patents, and designs wherever we do business, and by doing so, constantly expand our intellectual property portfolio. This gives us the right tools to take action against infringement and deters potential infringers.

Monitoring and enforcing: We are constantly vigilant for counterfeiting and collaborate with our business and distribution partners, local stakeholders, law enforcement, and legal counselors to stop ongoing or planned counterfeit activities.

Education: Raising awareness within the industry and among our customers about risks associated with non-verified washers and what to look out for is key to pushing back on counterfeiting.

A final note  

Our partnerships with trustworthy, knowledgeable distributors are indispensable to ensure the high global availability of verified high-quality, and safe washers. If you are uncertain whether your distributor is authorized or not, ask for authentication documentation or contact your local Nord-Lock Group sales offices.

Now equipped with this new knowledge, you can help us, and the industry, come to terms with counterfeit-related problems. So, if you encounter anything suspicious, please reach out to us so we can investigate further.