Fastening 101 at Fastener Fair USA
Presented by the Fastener Training Institute
May 27, 2025
Fastening 101 at Fastener Fair USA
Unlock exclusive fastener expertise at Fastening 101, presented by the Fastener Training Institute on May 27, 2025, at Fastener Fair USA in Nashville. Led by industry authority Laurence Claus, this premier program offers insights and knowledge you simply won’t find anywhere else. Elevate your understanding of fastener design, production, and applications in a setting designed for professionals looking to stand out.
Conference Details:
Date: May 27, 2025 (1 day before the Show opens)
Time: 8:30 – 4:30 PM
Where: Music City Center | Nashville, TN
Price: $399 (Class + Exhibit Hall) or $469 (Class, Exhibit Hall + Networking Party)
Badge Options:
Class + Exhibit Hall: $399
- All-day training on May 27, 2025
- Access to Fastener Fair USA Exhibit Hall (May 28-29)
Price increases to $499 on May 6, 2025.
Class + Exhibit Hall + Networking Party: $469
- All-day training on May 27, 2025
- Access to Fastener Fair USA Exhibit Hall (May 28-29)
- Access to Fastener Fair USA Opening Night Networking Party at Honky Tonk Central (May 28)
Price increases to $569 on May 6, 2025.
About the Speaker
Laurence Claus Director of Education and Training, Industrial Fasteners Institute
Laurence has over 25 years of experience in the fastener industry. Most of those years he worked with a leading automotive fastener manufacturer, holding roles of Application Engineer, Director of Engineering and Quality, Director of New Business Development, General Manager, and Vice President of Technology and Engineering. He is a degreed Mechanical Engineer with a broad knowledge of fasteners and special experience in materials, thread forming screws, and automated assembly of small parts. He has participated for many years in technical standards activity with the IFI, SAE, ISO, ASME, ASTM, and NASC. He is knowledgeable in the manufacture and use or automotive, industrial, and aerospace fasteners. Laurence is a certified Six Sigma Black belt. Most recently he formed NNi Training and Consulting, Inc., a consultancy company serving fastener manufacturers, distributors, and automotive suppliers.
Fastening 101 attendees will receive access to view a Fastener Training institute webinar! Choose from one of the following webinars and email Jo Morris to receive access.
1 Self-Drilling Screws- The Most Amazing Multi Functioning Fasteners Ever Invented
2 Getting Familiar with the IFI’s Updated Collection of Resources for Fastener Standards
3 Fastening into Plastics
4 The Use, Misuse and Abuse of Torque Wrenches
5 Nuts, Nuts and More Nuts
6 California Prop 65 – The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act Part 1
7 California Prop 65 – The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act Part 2
8 Platings, Coatings and Finishes for Fasteners
9 Structural Bolting Including NEW Specifications and Changes
10 Corrosion Resistant Fasteners & Stainless-Steel Fastener Specifications
11 Understanding PPAP’s Part 1
12 Understanding PPAP’s Part 2
13 Inspecting Fastener Threads
14 Distributor Fastener Quality the Basics and Beyond
15 IFI Critical Fastener Facts Every Supplier Should Know
16 Bolted Joint Design
17 Fastener Failure Investigation Part 1
18 Fastener Failure Investigation Part 2
19 Understanding Fastener Testing Terminology
20 Testing for Suppliers
21 Processing Specials, Opportunities for Profitability
22 Vibration Resistant Fastening Systems
23 Sheet Metal Screws
24 Understanding Fastener Strength and Hardness
25 Understanding Fastener Technical Drawings
26 Socket Products
27 Fastener Certifications and Test Reports
28 Hydrogen Embrittlement – What Suppliers Need to Know
29 Metric Fasteners Part 1
30 Metric Fasteners Part 2
31 Understanding ISO Metric Fastener Specifications
32 Fastener Basics Part 1
33 Fastener Basics Part 2
34 Fastener Basics Part 3
35 Fastener Basics Part 4
36 New Innovations in Fastener Platings and Coatings
37 Distributor Quality Assurance – an intro into ISO & AS for the fastener supplier
38 Aerospace Fasteners
39 My Major Customer Has a Quality Concern Now What?
40 Hardness Testing for Fasteners
41 Thread Fit Matters
42 Compliance for the Fastener Supplier
43 Fastener Technical Terminology
44 Fasteners for Gasketed Joints
45 Spanish Webinar - Intro to Threads
46 Spanish Webinar - Platings and Coatings
47 Spanish Webinar - Intro to Fastener Standards
About the Fastener Training Institute (FTI)
The Fastener Training Institute (FTI) provides fastener product and technical training, with the goal of enhancing fastener use, reliability and safety. The organization’s objective is to elevate the level of technical understanding and the expertise of individuals in the fastener industry, worldwide. For the latest information on FTI’s live training courses, digital training opportunities, online webinars and exclusive deals, sign up for their mailing list here and follow FTI on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
History: FTI started in the early 1970s as part of Los Angeles Fastener Association (LAFA). The founding organizers realized that individually, no one had the capacity to train new employees but collectively, they could offer solid education. So began the first basic industry training classes. In 2014, FTI became a standalone, registered 501(c)(6) nonprofit – and transitioned from a regional association to a national and international training platform.
You can purchase a Fastening 101 ticket on the FTI website here.
Yes, as long as there are seats available, you can upgrade your badge to include conference by contacting customer service.
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Toll Free: 877-271-6789 | Local: 203-840-5652
Fastening 101 will be held at Music City Center. Stay tuned for room location.
Anyone interested in learning more about fasteners will find value in attending the class! The content is curated to provide insights for a variety of professionals including…
Sales
Engineering
Quality Assurance
Sourcing & Quoting
Purchasing
Marketing
Management