Pressure plates
Pressure Plates: Custom Manufacturing by Haemers
What Is a Pressure Plate?
A pressure plate is a metal component designed to distribute loads and forces evenly across a larger surface area. Used across a wide range of industrial sectors — from steel construction and mechanical assembly to insulation fastening — pressure plates prevent stress concentration at a single point and protect underlying materials against deformation, crushing, or pull-through.
When a bolt, screw, or fastener is tightened against a substrate, all the pressure is concentrated on a small area. By placing a pressure plate between the fastener and the substrate, this pressure is spread across a much larger surface. This significantly improves the strength of the joint and extends the service life of the entire structure.
Haemers SA: Your Pressure Plate Specialist Since 1932
Founded in 1932 and based in Gullegem, Belgium, Haemers is an industrial manufacturer specialising in stamping, deep drawing, and the production of custom washers and metal plates. With over 90 years of experience, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for the manufacture of high-precision pressure plates, serving clients throughout Europe.
The average employee tenure exceeds 23 years — a testament to the unique craftsmanship and expertise passed down through generations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, Haemers guarantees a consistent level of quality, from raw material selection through to final delivery.
Common Applications for Pressure Plates
Pressure plates are used in a wide variety of industrial and technical applications:
- Steel construction and structural metalwork
- Thermal and acoustic insulation fastening
- Mechanical engineering and assembly
- Automotive and railway industry
- Energy equipment and solar panels
Haemers, your partners for Pressure Plates
Pressure plates manufactured by Haemers are available in a variety of materials, each suited to specific environments and technical requirements:
- Steel (various hardness levels: 100HV, 160HV, 200HV, 300HV) for applications demanding high mechanical strength.
- Stainless steel (inox) for corrosive environments or sanitary requirements.
- Aluminium for lightweight applications or where good thermal conductivity is needed.
- Copper for specific electrical or thermal applications.
- Galvanised steel and alu-zinc for Isoplac-type insulation pressure plates, offering excellent weather resistance.
- PVC for applications requiring electrical insulation.
Why Are Pressure Plates Essential?
Omitting a pressure plate from an assembly can lead to costly consequences: substrate deformation, gradual loosening of fasteners, cracking of brittle materials, or even structural failure in the most severe cases. By investing in quality pressure plates, manufactured to precise tolerances and in the right material, you safeguard the longevity and safety of your installations.
Haemers, with its decades of experience, fleet of 22 presses, ISO 9001:2015 certification, and catalogue of over 5,800 dimensions, is the ideal partner for all your pressure plate needs — whether standard parts, special dimensions, or Isoplac plates for insulation.
Contact Haemers
Looking for a reliable manufacturer for your pressure plates? Get in touch with Haemers SA for a fast, tailored quotation.
