The flange bolt represents a "Two-in-One" engineering evolution, integrating a wide, circular rim (the flange) directly under the bolt head to act as a built-in washer. This design, governed by standards such as DIN 6921, ISO 4162, and EN 1665, effectively distributes clamping force over a larger surface area, significantly reducing bearing stress on the substrate. For procurement teams, the transition to flange bolts isn't just a technical upgrade—it’s a strategy to slash inventory complexity and eliminate the risk of "missing washers" in automated assembly lines.