Why Choose DOT® Fasteners | Components Direct

Over 200 Years OF Heritage

USED in every industry

No fastener is more capable than a DOT® fastener when strength and durability are crucial. For a century, the top marine and industrial product manufacturers in the world have relied upon DOT® Fasteners because of their robust design, consistent engineering, and devotion to the strictest criteria.

DOT® ensure every press stud is designed with three principles in mind -

Durability
Strength
Performance

DOT® offers a wide variety of speciality fasteners, such as grommets, washers, turn buttons, windshield clips, and snaps. DOT® Fasteners maintain their security under challenging circumstances, whether used on sporting products or tents, protective gear worn by military personnel and disaster response specialists, or other items.

Morito Scovill

DOT® fasteners are made by Morito Scovill, a company with more than 200 years of experience and rich history. As one of the biggest producers of grommets, snaps, and light industrial fasteners in the world, products made by Morito Scovill are used by numerous industries.

Their snap fasteners, turn buttons, lift-the-DOT, pull-the-DOT fasteners are used in a wide range of products, including apparel, footwear, fashion accessories, medical equipment, boating goods, football helmets, and military gear.

Experience you can rely on

The DOT® product line was introduced more than 100 years ago. The DOT® reputation is built on the principles of quality and dependability. Heavy-duty construction, uniform engineering and adherence to the toughest specifications, making DOT® products what they are today.

When you need a fastener that delivers Durability, Strength, and Performance in harsh conditions, you can trust DOT® to perform under pressure.

Most DOT® products are Made in the USA. With an extensive range of speciality fasteners including snaps, turn buttons, windshield clips, grommets and washers. Whether used for protective gear worn by the military and disaster relief professionals or on sporting goods and tents, DOT® Fasteners remain secure in challenging environments.

Based in the USA, the company's main product lines are manufactured in Clarkesville, Georgia.

What are the different types of press studs?

Press studs also known as snap fasteners, are a versatile and reliable fastening solution used in a wide range of applications, from clothing and textiles to automotive and industrial uses. Available in various materials, sizes, and designs, they offer a secure, durable closure that is easy to attach and release.

Below is a list of the most common types available and our sales team can help you choose the correct DOT® press stud for your application.