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FASTENER FAIR NEWS

Curated content produced by Fastener Fair USA, to keep you in the know in the world of industrial fasteners.

A Remarkable Journey – Celebrating Abbott Interfast’s 75 Years of Manufacturing Excellence

September 2023

WHEELING, IL (September 21, 2023) – Abbott Interfast, a leading manufacturer and distributor in the fastener industry, celebrates its 75th anniversary this September. Founded in 1948 by Chicago Industrialist Marty Binder, the company proudly continues a legacy of manufacturing leadership in America four generations later.  

Fastener Fair USA 2023: A Resounding Success in Nashville, TN

June 2023

Norwalk, CT (June 2023) – Fastener Fair USA 2023, the premier event for the fastener industry, took place with great success on May 16-17 in the vibrant city of Nashville, TN. The event brought together industry professionals, exhibitors, and thought leaders from around the world, creating an exceptional platform for sourcing, networking, learning, and more.

Fastener Fair USA: The Must-Attend Event for the Fastener Industry 

March 2023

Fastener Fair USA is back and better than ever! The highly anticipated trade show is taking place at Music City Center in Nashville, TN from May 16-17, 2023, and it's not one to be missed. This year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with new exhibitors, industry-leading products, and a range of educational and networking opportunities.

Fastener Fair USA Reunites the Fastener Industry in Detroit

June 6, 2022

Fastener Fair USA 2022 wrapped up its fourth in-person event since its debut in 2018, reuniting the industry in Detroit, Michigan, one of the largest manufacturing hubs in North America. Featuring a day-long educational program on May 17 and a productive, two-day exhibit hall on May 18 & 19—Fastener Fair USA fostered crucial business connections and sourcing opportunities for hundreds of industry members. 

See you in Detroit! Fastener Fair USA joins the industry this May for the 2022 edition of the fastest growing industry event. See what’s in store.

March 30, 2022

The only exhibition in the United States dedicated to the full supply chain—distributors, mechanical and design engineers, purchasers, wholesalers and OEMs.  

WIFI – Women in the Fastener Industry For Immediate Release: February 2022

February 2022

WIFI honors the memory of Margaret Davis of ISSCO, INC/BTM Manufacturing with a new scholarship for 2022, which Fastener Fair USA has graciously provided.  Some of the best women have led the way for all women in the fastener industry and Margaret is one of these amazing ladies. 

We’re Back—Fastener Fair USA joins the industry in Detroit this May—see what’s in store for the fastest growing industry event

February 2022

After the great success of the 2021 event in Cleveland this past November—the first for the USA show in 2 years—Fastener Fair USA continues its momentum onward to Detroit, May 17 – 19, 2022 at Huntington Place (Formerly known as Cobo Center/TCF Center). 

Fastener Fair CONNECT wrapped up with a digital supplier-buyer meeting platform and educational event programme

November 17, 2021

From 17-18 November 2021, the fastener and fixing community has come together at Fastener Fair CONNECT. The new digital event succeeded in connecting international attendees from various industrial sectors looking to source for the latest innovative products, equipment and services from fastening technology suppliers. In addition, the interactive networking event offered a platform for in-depth expert talks and knowledge transfer. 

Fastener Fair USA Celebrates a Successful In-Person Event in Cleveland, Ohio

November 16, 2021

Fastener Fair USA 2021 wrapped up its first in-person event since 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio—reuniting the industry in the leading hub for manufacturing in North America. Featuring a day-long educational program on November 8, and a productive, two-day exhibit hall on November 9 & 10—Fastener Fair USA fostered crucial business connections and sourcing opportunities for the full supply chain.

Fastener Fair CONNECT Announces the Webinar Programme Ahead of the Upcoming Digital Event

November 16, 2021

Fastener Fair CONNECT is a two-day online meeting place for business trade, networking and learning opportunities, calling all international fastener and fixing industry professionals next week from 17-18 November.

Fastener Fair USA is Ready to Reunite in North America’s manufacturing hub—Cleveland, Ohio at the Huntington Conference Center

November 8, 2021

The only exhibition in the United States dedicated to the full supply chain—for ALL the industry in the HEART of manufacturing. 

REGISTRATION FOR FASTENER FAIR CONNECT IS NOW LIVE

October 18, 2021

Fastener Fair CONNECT is a two-day online business trade, network and knowledge platform calling all international fastener and fixing industry professionals from 17-18 November 2021. Registration to attend the event is now available on the official show website.

FASTENER FAIR CONNECT: THE BRAND-NEW DIGITAL EVENT MERGING FASTENER FAIRS WORLDWIDE AND BRINGING TOGETHER THE INTERNATIONAL FASTENER AND FIXING COMMUNITY

October 4, 2021

Fastener Fair CONNECT is the first online marketplace and digital business platform unifying Fastener Fair shows worldwide.

FASTENER FAIR STUTTGART 2021 POSTPONED

August 3, 2021

The 9th International Exhibition for the Fastener and Fixing Industry will take place from 21-23 March 2023 in Stuttgart, Germany.

FASTBOLT NOW DISTRIBUTING SELF-CLINCHING CAPTIVE FASTENERS

April 21, 2021

2021 Captive Fastener Products are available throughout Fastbolt’s product portfolio and locations, effective April 1.

SEVEN FIRMS WIN 2021 FASTENER INNOVATION AWARD

April 21, 2021

Winning companies for 2021 include Apmhexseal, Camo Fasteners, Cat’s Claw Fasteners, Hytorc, Jergen’s, Multi Piece Fasteners, and Spirol.

HOW LPB MAKES BOLTS LAST 15X LONGER

April 21, 2021

Lambda Technologies Group has released a study showing how threaded fastener fatigue life can be dramatically improved by using compressive residual stress.

SECURITY SCREWS FEATURE HIGH TORQUE TAMPER-RESISTANCE

April 21, 2021

Tanner Bolt is now the exclusive master distributor for Parker’s patented Lock-Out® anti-theft fasteners, engineered to perform in high torque applications.

WÜRTH LAUNCHES 3D FASTENER SERVICES FIRM IN U.S.

April 21, 2021

Würth Additive Group will provide expanded 3D printing products and services, including financing and rental options on equipment. 

WHY ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS TURN TO DEFORM NUTS

MARCH 22, 2021

To hang decorative panels made of composite material like carbon fiber, particleboard, MDF, or honeycombs, a specialized fastener, the deform nut, can grip the material.

ANTICORROSION COATING ORDERS RISE FOR OUTDOOR METAL FASTENERS

MARCH 22, 2021

Greenkote reports an uptick in demand for corrosion protection on environmentally-exposed metal fasteners and hardware.

OPTIMAS TARGETS OEMS LOOKING TO ONSHORE FASTENER MANUFACTURING

MARCH 22, 2021

3D printing, rapid prototyping, state-of-the-art equipment enhance Optimas’ cold forming fastener production.

STANLEY DECIDES TO KEEP AVDEL PLANT OPEN, DUE TO DEMAND

MARCH 22, 2021

The fastener business is on an upswing, so Stanley Engineered Fasteners will keep Stanfield open.

TRIMAS AEROSPACE SAW FASTENER SALES DROP

MARCH 22, 2021

The curtailment of air travel by the pandemic hit a business focused on airplanes.

ACTION FASTENINGS SOLD TO PRIVATE INVESTOR

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Action Fastenings, Inc. has been sold to a private investor by Generational Equity. Details on the acquisition, which closed December 18, 2020, were not disclosed.

AVANTUS AEROSPACE NAMES BRUCE MAYNARD VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Avantus Aerospace named Bruce Maynard Vice President Business Development & Marketing. Maynard’s “extensive background in aerospace supply chain, manufacturing and engineering makes him ideally suited for this exciting Group role,” according to an Avantus release.

AEROMED TO ACQUIRE CLASS-C PARTS SUPPLIER etaGLOBAL

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Copley Equity Partners, a private equity firm and family office headquartered in Boston, said that it has completed a growth investment into, AeroMed Group, to facilitate the company’s acquisition of etaGLOBAL, LLC.

STANLEY ENGINEERED FASTENING TO CLOSE AVDEL PLANT

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Stanley Engineered Fastening will permanently close its facility in Stanfield, NC, reports the Stanfield News & Press.

BOLTING DATA UNIT MAKES TORQUE VISIBLE TO TRAINEES

JANUARY 15, 2021

Hex Technology has introduced CHUCK, a Bolting Data Unit intended to let craft assembler trainees see the readings for the bolt load achieved when they apply torque. 

MARINE FASTENERS ORLANDO CENTER CHANGES HANDS

JANUARY 15, 2021

Marine Fasteners has a new landlord at its Orlando-area distribution center, into which it moved last spring on a 10-year lease.

FASTENER FAIR USA POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 2021

JANUARY 12, 2021

Fastener Fair USA has been rescheduled for November 8-10, 2021 (Conference: November 8 | Expo Hall: November 9-10) at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, Ohio.

WHAT ARE HIGH TEMPERATURE FASTENERS?

DECEMBER 30, 2020

These fasteners are specially designed to withstand extremes. Why do we need them?

RECESS GAGING: WHAT IT IS AND WHY IT MATTERS

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Anyone who has ever tried to drive a screw into a board, only to strip out the recess with the driver bit? The cause of this may be poor installation technique. But it may also stem from bad quality.

U.S. SPACE ENGINEER’S HUNT FOR VOLUTE SPRINGS ENDS IN SINGAPORE

DECEMBER 10, 2020

In July 2020, Purdy Engineering contacted John While Springs in Singapore to develop and manufacture volute springs for a space vessel.

ROSA HEARN OF BRIGHTON-BEST NAMED WIFI 2020 WOMAN OF THE YEAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Women in the Fastener Industry (WIFI) recognized three individuals and a company, BTM Manufacturing, in its annual awards program.

HOWMET FASTENER SALES FELL 31 PERCENT

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Fastener revenue faltered at Howmet (formerly Arconic), largely due to COVID-19, and to delays in commercial aerospace distribution.

R&D PROJECT AIMS FOR LIGHTER BOLTS FOR AIRCRAFT ENGINES

DECEMBER 4, 2020

SASPI, whose compact machines automate thread rolling, says it completed R&D on the VOLCAB aircraft engine fastener.

ARE FASTENER DISTRIBUTORS CONSIDERING IN-HOUSE PRODUCTION?

DECEMBER 4, 2020

After tariffs and trade wars, manufacturers and distributors were already reviewing supply chains. Then the pandemic hit.

FASTENER FAIR USA PLANS DYNAMIC RETURN TO CLEVELAND NOVEMBER 8-10, 2021

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The city welcomes a key industrial event for 2021 as Fastener Fair USA plans its arrival November 8-10 with an expanded partnership with the International Fastener Machine Exhibition as part of Fastener Fair USA.

HOW BOLTS AND NUTS GET MADE AT NUCOR FASTENERS

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Nucor’s skilled staff members explain the cold-forming process, and advantages of sourcing steel from its own U.S. mills. 

WÜRTH ACQUIRES LOUISIANA ASSETS OF TECHNI-TOOL

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Würth Industry says it acquired the Louisiana assets of Techni-Tool Inc., a business operation known as MDM Tool Supply even after Techni-Tool acquired it in September 2019.

VIDEO: U.S. MILITARY PURCHASERS TO SURVEY SUPPLIERS

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The Defense Logistics agency, which buys 900,000 SKU’s of bench stock fasteners, is surveying vendors so it can be a better buyer. 

P&F INDUSTRIES EYES CHALLENGE BY BATTERY-POWER HAND TOOLS

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Hurt by the pandemic, P&F Industries eyes incursion into its pneumatic air-power tools.

DISTANCE LEARNING OPENS NEW VISTAS FOR FASTENER EDUCATION

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Classes from technical centers around the world – like Calvin Rans at Delft University in the Netherlands – are accessible by remote learning. 

OPTIMAS, THE FORMER ANIXTER FASTENERS, NAMES NEW CEO

OCTOBER 22, 2020

GLENVIEW, IL - Industrial fastener firm Optimas Solutions, promoted Marc Strandquist to CEO, succeeding newly elected Optimas Board Chair TJ Rosengarth. 

INTERNATIONAL FASTENER MANUFACTURING EXHIBITION JOINS FASTENER FAIR USA

OCTOBER 20, 2020

NORWALK, CT - Fastener Fair USA announced that it has formed a strategic partnership with the International Fastener Machinery & Suppliers’ Association (IFMSA), owners of the International Fastener Manufacturing Exhibition (IFME).

SIMPSON MANUFACTURING TAPS HENKEL FOR NEW COO MICHAEL OLOSKY

OCTOBER 11, 2020

PLEASANTON, CA — Construction fastener firm Simpson Manufacturing names Michael Olosky Chief Operating Officer. Effective November 30 Olosky succeeds Ricardo Arevalo, who retired in February 2020 after 20 years with the company, known largely for its Simpson Strong-Tie connectors, truss plates, fastening systems and fasteners.

OHIO RECEIVES GRANT TO BOOST DEFENSE MANUFACTURING

OCTOBER 11, 2020

COLUMBUS, OH — The U.S. Department of Defense, which recently designated Ohio as a Defense Manufacturing Community, approved a $5 million grant to improve defense manufacturing processes in the state and to workers for next-generation jobs.

AVANTUS AEROSPACE BUYS FASTENER INNOVATION AND CALSCREW IN BACK TO BACK DEALS

OCTOBER 7, 2020

SANTA CLARITA, CA - Avantus Aerospace, which makes C-Class and Composite parts for the aerospace and defense industry, acquired two California fastener manufacturers, announcing the deals in the space of just one week:  Fastener Innovation Technology, in Rancho Dominguez, on Sept. 29; and California Screw Products, in Paramount, on Oct. 6.

WÜRTH TO DISTRIBUTE DSM 3D PRINT MATERIALS NATIONALLY

OCTOBER 7, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS - Würth Industry North America, the leading industrial distributor of supply chain solutions for fasteners, signed a national agreement with DSM, to distribute the company's 3D printing materials for stereolithography and fused filament fabrication.

BOLTS & NUTS CORP. REBRANDS AS STOCK’D SUPPLY

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

CHATTANOOGA, TN –Bolts & Nuts Corp., a nationwide industrial distribution firm based in Chattanooga, TN, has changed its name and re-branded as Stock’d Supply. The move was made in recognition of recent acquisitions it has closed, as well as organic investment in technology and an expanded products and services offering.

A.K.O., INC. TORQUE SPECIALTIES JOINS FASTENER MACHINERY GROUP

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

WINDSOR, CT - A.K.O., Inc. Torque Specialties announced it has joined the International Fastener Machinery & Suppliers Association (IFMSA). A.K.O. reports in the latest Fastener Technology International magazine, that it joined IFMSA to support its continued expansion into the fastener marketplace.

FORPLAN AND STC DIP SPIN PARTNER ON ‘TRUE PLANETARY’ COATING SYSTEM

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

KALAMAZOO, MI - STC Dip Spin, based in Kalamazoo, MI, and Forplan AG located in Brugg, Switzerland, have formed a strategic alliance to offer state-of-the-art equipment and processes for the application of coatings—particularly zinc flake paint.

PROFILE: INDUSTRIAL RIVET & FASTENER VP TARYN GOODMAN

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Taryn Goodman, VP of finance at Industrial Rivet & Fastener Co. has a demanding role as manager in her family’s business. But she also finds time to volunteer as a director with Women in the Fastener Industry or WIFI, where she was profiled, and which provides opportunities for women in the industry to connect, network, and learn from one another.

MORITO SCOVILL AMERICAS INTRODUCES ECO-FOCUSED MANUFACTURING

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

CLARKESVILLE, GA – Morito Scovill Americas provides customers with many years of combined expertise from design to delivery. With a presence in over 25 countries, MSA offers a vast supply chain network to provide high-performance fasteners for apparel and industrial applications as well as attaching machine equipment and expert technical support.

WHY THREADED ASSEMBLIES FAIL

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Mechanical locking devices such as split washers, nylon nuts and flat washers were invented to solve the common problem of loosening that happens in most threaded assemblies. Loctite says the reality is that they do not maintain clamp load as assemblies “locked” with these devices often loosen under vibration, thermal expansion and/or improper torque.

SOLON OFFERS VIRTUAL TECH TALKS & TRAINING

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

CHARDON, OH – Even firms that are working remotely due to the pandemic can tap Solon Manufacturing’s expertise. Its engineering team is available for virtual "Tech Talks" or training sessions. Whether experiencing issues in the field, or seeking educational product training in a virtual setting, Solon can help from a distance!

ARAYMOND TINNERMAN TO CLOSE BRUNSWICK, OH PLANT

AUGUST 17, 2020

BRUNSWICK, OH – ARaymond Tinnerman, the North American business of global fastener firm ARaymond, in Grenoble, France, said it will close its Brunswick, OH plant as it rationalizes manufacturing.

TR FASTENINGS ACHIEVES AEROSPACE AS9120 CERTIFICATION

AUGUST 17, 2020

International fastener specialist TR Fastenings has achieved the AS9120 Certification following an extensive audit of its operations and in response to customer demand. AS9120 recognizes the continuing commitment to aerospace quality and conformance. It also places TR Fastenings among a select group of companies that practice the highest quality standards required in this sector.

50 TORQUE TEST CYCLES FAIL TO BREAK BARREL NUTS

AUGUST 17, 2020

Sky Climber Fasteners says its high-strength Titan barrel nuts exceed 50 torque test cycles, outperforming other nuts and locknuts. Sky Climber Fasteners’ engineering and R&D teams are Centers of Excellence in the aerospace fastener industry. Its state-of-the-art Machining & Injection Molding facilities are located in California and Ohio, and have a unique ability to produce a wide variety of fasteners using metal, plastic and composite materials for structural, engine and interior applications.

EARNEST MACHINE ACQUIRES NATIONAL THREADED FASTENERS

AUGUST 10, 2020

ROCKY RIVER, OH - Earnest Machine Products has completed its acquisition of National Threaded Fasteners, a master distributor of hex flange screws and hex flange nuts based in Perry, OH. The acquisition was originally announced to customers in February. Its inventory and operations have now been moved from NTF facilities in Perry, OH, to Earnest facilities in Indianapolis and Atlanta.

STUTTGART FASTENER FAIR, 80 PERCENT SOLD, ADDS FOURTH HALL

AUGUST 10, 2020

STUTTGART, GERMANY - The world’s largest show for the fastener and fixings industry, Fastener Fair Stuttgart, reports 80 percent of its exhibition space has been sold. A sister show to Fastener Fair USA, it takes place May 18-20, 2021 in Stuttgart, Germany.

M & M FASTENERS SEES GROWTH FOLLOWING A MOVE

AUGUST 10, 2020

VALENCIA, CA - M & M Fasteners Supply Inc. says it has experienced a great deal of growth since moving to Valencia in the heart of Santa Clarita Valley industrial center little over a year ago, according to Eunice Hajek, CEO. 

HOW RAPID PROTOTYPING ACCELERATES CUSTOM FASTENER JOBS

AUGUST 3, 2020

A typical lead-time for the development and production of a new or custom fastener is 18 weeks. But rapid prototyping approaches can cut this time in half (usually 8 weeks) for many of its popular items, says Stanley Engineered Fasteners. This allows OEM engineers to prove a design before going to full production — saving time and costs associated with a production run of new, untested fasteners.

TRIMAS' AEROSPACE FASTENER SALES FELL 13.9% IN SECOND QUARTER

AUGUST 3, 2020

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI – TriMas says its fastener-focused Aerospace segment saw net sales for the second quarter decrease 13.9% to $42.6 million. Representing 26% of its parent company’s overall revenues, the drop came primarily due the impact of significantly lower air travel and reduced commercial and business jet production related to the global pandemic. It was partially offset by the sales increase related to the acquisition of RSA in February 2020.

MIDWEST FASTENER ACQUIRES HY-KO PRODUCTS

AUGUST 3, 2020

KALAMAZOO, MI - Midwest Fastener (through a wholly-owned subsidiary) has acquired Hy-Ko Products. Sellers Bass/Kaufman (Hy-Ko) will still be involved, with the goal of superior customer care, long-term growth, and operational efficiencies. The cultural and business combination makes sense for the new company moving forward, said Midwest Fastener in statement. The new company, Hy-Ko Products Company, LLC, will be led by the DeVries family (Midwest Fastener). 

JAMES HARDING PROMOTED TO DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AT CENTURY FASTENERS

JULY 13, 2020

Century Fasteners Corp. has promoted longtime employee James Harding to Director of Operations, reporting to both company Co-Presidents, Tom Brodsky and Evan Stieglitz.

SENCO GETS U.S. TO IMPOSE 300% DUTIES ON CHINESE STAPLES

JULY 13, 2020

Kyocera Senco Industrial Tools, Inc., the nation’s largest staple manufacturer, reports its petition last year to the U.S. International Trade Commission was successful.

IN SECOND WEST COAST DEAL, ENDRIES ACQUIRES ALL-WEST

JULY 1, 2020

Endries International has acquired All-West Components & Fasteners Inc., a 24-employee firm based near Seattle. 

GRAINGER SELLS FABORY, ITS EUROPEAN FASTENER BUSINESS

JULY 1, 2020

Grainger, the global broad line supplier of maintenance, repair and operating products for businesses and institutions, says it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its European fastener business.

DEVELOPING EASIER-TO-ASSEMBLE LINKAGE PIN FOR FIRE DOORS

JUNE 30, 2020

An OEM designer and manufacturer of emergency exit fire doors and related hardware is searching for a more consistent method of assembling their main push-pad product line.

HOW TRI-STAR JUMPED INTO ACTION MAKING VENTILATOR FASTENERS

JUNE 30, 2020

As the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic rapidly advanced across the U.S., medical equipment manufacturers set aggressive time tables to ramp-up production of ventilators that had been in short supply.

ROTOR CLIP PRIORITIZES ORDERS FOR ESSENTIAL MEDICAL DEVICES

JUNE 11, 2020

During the pandemic, Rotor Clip Company says it is open and has full manufacturing capability to support its customers with its full range of products.

SFS GROUP NAMES NEW CFO

JUNE 11, 2020

Dostmann To Become CFO of Swiss Fastening Firm SFS Group.

New Fastening Approach for Thin Sheet Metals

June 4, 2020

As automotive and aviation engineers continue to pursue material weight reduction, use of components made of aluminum and magnesium are increasing. 

Non-Marring Tools Drive Fasteners Safely

June 3, 2020

Apex Tool Group’s has launched the Crescent u-GUARD series of non-marring covered tools.

Construction Tool & Threading Aquired by Industrial Threaded Products

June 3, 2020

Industrial Threaded Products, Inc. says it acquired Construction Tool & Threading Co., a custom manufacturing company that has been serving the construction and industrial market for over 80 years.

Zago Expands Fastener Capacity for Ventilators

May 29, 2020

Newark, NJ-based Zago Manufacturing says it is ready to meet heightened, global demand for its specialty high-tech sealing fasteners.

Würth Industry To Distribute Markforged 3D Printers

May 18, 2020

Würth Industry will distribute Markforged 3D printers, including the latest metal-printing models.

Find Business Guidance at Connector365 Powered by Fastener Fair USA

May 18, 2020

A new digital platform gives you year-round access to technical resources, custom recommendations to leading suppliers, and expert-led virtual education.

Michael Mantis Named CEO of Fasteners Inc.

May 18, 2020

He succeeds the company’s founder and owner, Keith Mantis, who passed away April 19.

Do Looks Matter in Fastener Coatings? Sometimes

May 18, 2020

Increasingly, coatings must meet demands having to do with design as well as function, says fastener giant Bossard.

Fastener Fair USA Postponed To March 2021

May 8, 2020

After careful consideration and due to the escalation of COVID-19 in the United States, Reed Exhibitions has announced today that the next edition of Fastener Fair USA will now take place March 23-25, 2021 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio.

Plant Tour Blum News

April 20, 2020

Registrants for the July 13 Conference Program at Fastener Fair USA will tour Blum, Inc.’s 450,000 sq.ft. industrial operation producing and distributing cabinetry hinges and slides for the U.S. market.

Fontec Screws Expands Capacity

April 17, 2020

Fontec Screws, basd in Taipei City, Taiwan, specializes in a wide range of rivets and screws. Founded in 1978, the company opened its first two factories in China in 1992, and 2001. In April 2019, Fontec Screws broke ground on a new plant in Shanghai, while also adding capacity in other locations with new equipment.

Induction Heating System for Metal Treatment

April 16, 2020

For more than 30 years CEIA has been manufacturing Inductive Heating Systems, achieving great experience in the field, and carrying out continuous R&D activities. CEIA says for heating treatment, its generators perfectly adapt to hardening applications, surfacing hardening and annealing, with the area and the heating depth dependent upon the coil geometry and on the exposure time to the magnetic field.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING POSTPONEMENT OF THE 2020 Fastener Fair USA

March 20, 2020

NORWALK, CT. - March 20, 2020 – Fastener Fair USA 2020 will be postponed due to the COVID-19 virus. The Show, scheduled for May 18-20 at the Charlotte, North Carolina Convention Center. The show has been rescheduled for July 13-15, 2020 and will remain in Charlotte.  

Official Statement on COVID-19

March 14, 2020

Reed Exhibitions and the entire Fastener Fair USA team would like to express our concern for everyone directly and indirectly impacted by the COVID-19 coronavirus.

Impact of Industry 4.0 Is July 14 Opening Keynote for 2020 Fastener Fair USA

March 4, 2020

As OEM customer factories become increasingly automated and electronically integrated, fastener firms must update their ways of doing business. Fastener Fair USA runs July 13-15 at the Charlotte Convention Center.

HC Pacific Acquires Cleco Temporary Fastener Line

February 28, 2020

HC Pacific, a division within HC Merchandisers Inc., has acquired the California Associated Products (CAP) Cleco temporary fastener product line from Wetmore Tool and Engineering.

Mini Counters for Small Parts Packaging

February 25, 2020

Delta Counting Systems emphasizes simplicity, easy changeover, accuracy, dependability and high-speed operation as prime benefits of its Delta Counting Systems, such as Its LCM22 Counter with vibratory hopper feeder and worktable.

Fastener Fair USA Sets Welcome Party at NASCAR Hall of Fame July 14

February 24, 2020

Attendees and exhibitors can reserve tickets for an evening party at the famed NASCAR Hall of Fame on July 14, just steps from the Charlotte Convention Center, where Fastener Fair USA runs July 13-15. 

Clamping Hoses, Tubs and Solid Objects

February 21, 2020

Clampco Products is a leading manufacturer of engineered joining solutions. Its products can be found wherever rubber hoses, plastic tubing, solid objects, or other parts must be fastened, joined, or securely connected. Clampco Products currently serves the aerospace, automotive, construction, filtration, irrigation, marine, material handling, medical, off-road, truck...

Designing High Retention Fasteners for Structural Parts

February 20, 2020

Furniture has to stand up to significant loads. A. Raymond Tinnerman Industrial edge nuts provide for a robust assembly, while also making assembly lines more efficient. The firm says its bonding solutions can be an effective solution for mounting hinges on glass surfaces for products like kitchen furniture.  

Fastener Engineering announces media partnership with Fastener Fair USA

March 2, 2020

Fastener Engineering, a comprehensive publication covering fastening components and technology, is proud to partner with Fastener Fair USA as an official media sponsor. The third-annual event takes place May 18 to 20 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC.  

Coronavirus Hits Asian OEM Supply Chains

February 16, 2020

Airbus, Apple and Hyundai are among OEMs that have suspended production due to supply chain disruption resulting from the Coronavirus, now known as Covid-19. Precautions taken to contain the outbreak have ricocheted across global industries, Assembly Magazine reports.

Fastener Fair Plans Town Hall on Tariffs July 14

February 15, 2020

Trade law expert Richard Wortman will lead a Town Hall on Tariffs July 14 at the Charlotte Convention Center during Fastener Fair USA in Charlotte, NC. 

Challenges with Thread Forming Screws in Plastic

February 14, 2020

By Laurence Claus, NNI Training & Consulting

Why is fastening into plastics such a challenge? After all, since it’s softer than the steel screw used for the joint, it should be pretty easy to form threads. On one level, this is an accurate observation. But when you look deeper you will find that the ease of joint failure through stripping and loss of clamping loads are commonplace.

Doerken Torque and Screw Connections

February 12, 2020

Doerken MKS, specialists in coating and anti-corrosion protection, are experts in the fastener field. You can visit the Doerken MKS US team at Booth 401 during the 2020 Fastener Fair USA show at the Charlotte Convention Center, July 13-15. Also invaluable is the Doerken Knowledge Base from which this article is drawn: 

Atlanta Rod & Mfg. Excels at DOT Hex Nuts

February 11, 2020

Atlanta Rod & Mfg. the capability to forge bolts from 3/8” to 4” and hot form nuts from 3/8” to 4” diameter for standard fasteners and customized specialty and non-standard products.

Registration Opens for the 2020 Fastener Fair USA

February 10, 2020

CHARLOTTE, NC – Registration is now open for the 2020 edition of Fastener Fair USA at www.fastenerfairusa.com. Fastener Fair USA runs May 18-20, 2020 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC. 

Conventya Acquires Distributor Mibus, Inc.

February 5, 2020

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, OH - Coventya, Inc., a world leader in surface finishing treatments based in Brooklyn Heights, OH, announced the acquisition of its key Midwest distributor, Mibus, Inc.

What the Fastener Training Institute Can Do for You

February 4, 2020

What began nearly 50 years ago as a collaboration between fastener distributors to train new employees has since developed into an international organization for novice and advanced individuals working in the industry. The aim, according to FTI’s objective is “to enhance fastener use, reliability, and safety.”

Decker Automotive and Specialty Fasteners, and Processing

February 3, 2020

Decker Manufacturing offers many types of structural and automotive fasteners, as well as specialty and custom items, including weld fasteners, nut/washer assemblies, wheel nuts, locknuts, flange nuts and plugs for passenger car and truck assembly.

Stanley Black & Decker Acquires Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing

January 30, 2020

Stanley Black & Decker announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing for up to $1.5 billion in cash.

Canatex's Wide Ranging Production and Quality Testing

January 27, 2020

CANATEX Industrial Co., Ltd., established in 1998, is close to Kaohsiung City, in Taiwan, the center of fastener manufacturing and near the home of Taiwan’s main material supplier, China Steel Corp.  

EDSCO Fasteners Acquired by Private Equity Firm

January 26, 2020

EDSCO Fasteners, a manufacturer of foundation anchoring systems for power transmission poles and other large steel structures, has been acquired by private equity firm MiddleGround Capital. 

Brynolf Offers 17 Head Styles, 8 Drive Styles, 13 Thread Styles

January 24, 2020

Brynolf Manufacturing, Inc., founded in Loves Park, Illinois in 2000, is managed by is currently managed by Dan and Bob's two sons, cousins Chris Brynolf and Zac Brynolf, sons of founders Bob and Dan Brynolf.   

Self-correcting MAThread Machine Screws

January 23, 2020

AFI Industries, based in Carol Stream, IL, is a leading manufacturer of cold-headed fastening solutions for the global marketplace. 

Low-cost Leader in Non-Threaded Fasteners

January 22, 2020

Founded in 1899, G.L. Huyett is a low overhead manufacturer and distributor "located in a wheat field in Minneapolis" as the company describes itself. Located just a few miles from the geographic center of the U.S., shipping to any North American destination, even overnight, is routine. 

Four New Members Join Fastener Fair USA Advisory Board

January 21, 2020

Tom Buddenbohn at EFC International; Marty Nolan at RL English; and Robbie Gilchrist, with Capital Marketing join, while George Hunt III at Brighton Best succeeds his colleague Rosa Hearn as board member.

Robo-Rolling Warm Thread Roller for Aerospace Fasteners

January 21, 2020

Kinefac offers innovative application of cylindrical die rolling, extrusion, radial forming and centerdrive turning for the production of shaft-like parts. It applies its mechanical and electrical engineering skills to micro-coiling, centrifugal fluid and parts cleaning, hydraulic actuation systems and access control gates. 

BTM Manufacturing’s Jake Davis to President, Southwestern Fastener Association

January 20, 2020

BTM Manufacturing’s Jake Davis will now serve President of the Southwestern Fastener Association for 2020, succeeding Neal Gordon of Dallas Fastener in that role. Gordon becomes Chairman of the Board.

Elgin Fastener Acquires Rockford Fastener

January 19, 2020

Elgin Fastener Group a North American provider of system-critical engineered fastening solutions, announced that it has acquired Rockford Fastener, a manufacturer of specialty fasteners well-known for its quality and customer responsiveness.

Weld Nuts and Custom Weld Assemblies

January 15, 2020

Since 1905, Buckeye Fasteners, the sole factory direct source of The Ohio Nut and Bolt Company, has developed, manufactured, and distributed high quality weld fasteners worldwide. 

Fast Packaging for Large or Small Fastener Runs

January 14, 2020

Designed for long or short runs, Advance Poly-Packaging’s T-1000 has the capability of cycling over 100 bags per minute, faster than any operator could manually feed. Advance Poly-Packaging says its T-1000 Advanced Poly-Bagger is its top-of-the-line bagger, as well as its best-selling.  

Shimtech Industries Acquires Fastener Technology Corp. 

January 13, 2020

SANTA CLARITA, CA - Shimtech Industries has acquired Fastener Technology Corp., a North Hollywood based supplier of high-strength specialty fasteners for commercial and military aerospace applications.

Rebuild? or Upgrade? Thread Rolling Equipment Evaluations

January 12, 2020

By David Willens   Deciding whether to rebuild and/or upgrade your thread rolling machinery is determined by the value-added benefits and payback either option offers for your production.

Fastener Mix-up Causes Break in F-35 Fighter Jet Production

January 11, 2020

Deliveries of Air Force F-35 fighters were halted for two weeks in November, after Lockheed Martin discovered a mix up with fasteners used on the aircraft, reports Air Force Magazine.  

PennEngineering Acquires Eurotech

January 10, 2020

DANBORO, PA - PennEngineering has acquired Eurotec Ltd., a specialty technical reseller of metal fabrication equipment, fastener installation systems and clinch and sheet metal fasteners. Eurotec is based in Tokyo.  Incorporated in 1990, Eurotec Ltd. started distribution of industrial fasteners including clinching fasteners and welding studs ten years later.

What Buyers Want? Zonbix Asked at Fastener Fair Detroit

January 8, 2020

At last year’s Fastener Fair USA in Detroit, Team Zonbix, a Taiwan-based fastener manufacturer, asked visitors to its booth what they looked for in establishing a fastener supplier.  

Marer Cold Form Fastener

January 7, 2020

For more than 20 years, Marer srl has been one of the most important European companies in the production of cold formed fasteners and fixings. Based in Curno, Italy, Marer provides fasteners for furniture, automotive, household, kitchen and other segments.

Stelfast Automates and Cuts Inventory Costs

December 19, 2019

Stelfast Inc., the Strongsville, OH-based fastener importer, stocking master distributor, and manufacturer of truck and specialty fasteners. Offering secondary processing (plating, patching, locking, sorting) of parts shipped finished to customer locations, with full lot traceability. 

Nationally-recognized Training Available at Fastener Fair USA

December 18, 2019

Thanks to a partnership with the Mid West Fasteners Association, fastener companies will have a chance to send teams to experience the Tom Reilly Sales Training Seminar during Fastener Fair USA running May 18-20, 2020, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC.

Automating Controls for Thread Rolling Machines

December 17, 2019

Anderson Controls, Inc., has been supplying process monitoring products and services to the fastener industry since 1983, and has designed many versions of its ACE / INSIGHT Process Monitors. The ACE units function on single die, multi die and thread rolling machines.  

Chuck Halpin of Brighton Best to Chair Fastener Industry Coalition

December 16, 2019

The Fastener Industry Coalition announced that Chuck Halpin from Brighton Best International will serve as the new Chairman of the Board for the 2020 term. Halpin, who serves as National Accounts Manager, has been with Brighton Best nearly 30 years.

Arconic Overview

December 12, 2019

Arconic Fastening Systems, based in Waco, TX, is among the largest designers and manufacturers of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, bearings, fluid fittings and installation tools. Its products are used on commercial and military aircraft, jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

TR Fastenings

December 11, 2019

TR Fastenings supports a wide variety of sectors with its range of specialist security fasteners,  engineered to prevent theft,  deter vandalism and boost health and safety. 

ND Industries Fastener Sealing and Locking

December 10, 2019

ND Industries’ core business centers on the application of materials onto fasteners and assemblies to aid in locking, sealing, masking, lubricating, and noise and vibration dampening. 

Skako Coupling Vibratory Bowls to Weighing Systems

December 9, 2019

One of the largest European producers of vibratory feeding, conveying, and screening equipment, Skako  Vibration offers various vibrating feeders and transporters widely used in fastener operations as well as other sectors.

Top Manufacturing Hotspot, Charlotte Will Host for Fastener Fair USA

December 5, 2019

The fast-growing capitol of high tech manufacturing, Charlotte is a geographical heart for major OEMs, and their sprawling network of hundreds of Tier 1 and Tier 2 distributors and suppliers.

Magni Dip and Spin

December 4, 2019

Magni engineers, manufactures, and applies high-performance corrosion protection coatings to fasteners for a wide range of sectors, including automotive, energy, industrial and military. With headquarters in Birmingham, MI, Magni serves global customers from support facilities in the United States, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Japan and Korea.  

Quality Hot Forged Bolts & Cap Screws

December 3, 2019

JM Tor Par is a Mexican company dedicated to the manufacture of high quality bolts, caps screws and parts for truck suspension and other heavy duty applications. 

Load Monitoring Bolt

December 2, 2019

Bolts and fasteners might be small, but their failure can cause big problems. In some critical industries — including processing, mining, and energy — joint failure is considered a major safety issue and keeping up with replacements is costly.

How Bay Fastening Is Migrating to E-Commerce

December 1, 2019

Bay Fastening Systems is generating 35% of its sales via ecommerce and expecting online sales to grow about 30% this year, says chief operating officer Michael Eichinger. Based in Farmingdale, New York, Bay Fastener has been selling a wide array of fasteners to big and small companies since 1961.

Custom, Specialized and Stock Rivets of All Types

November 28, 2019 

Industrial Rivet & Fastener Co. which also markets under the brand names Rivet King and Celus, is dedicated to serving customers by delivering solutions to industries world wide. 

Heico Decorative Nails

November 28, 2019 

Heico Fasteners, Inc. is a family-owned business that has been manufacturing and servicing the world with decorative nails for 120 years, adding value to nails, fasteners and other products through a growing product selection, and high levels of quality and consistency. 

Sherex Names G.L. Huyett a Master Distributor

November 27, 2019 

Sherex Fastening Solutions LLC has named G.L. Huyett a master distributor in a strategic move it says is designed to enrich the supply chain of the OEM fastener distribution market. 

Fastener Supply

November 26, 2019 

Based right in Charlotte, NC, the hometown of the 2020 Fastener Fair USA, Fastener Supply Company is strategically located to serve the entire Eastern U.S. A full service distributor with six decades of dependable service in addition to its Charlotte headquarters Fastener Supply also operates from four other locations (Raleigh and Greensboro, NC, and Columbia and Greenville, SC) strategically located to provide maximum service. 

Easy Link Customized Fasteners

November 25, 2019 

EasyLink operates two factories in Taiwan and another in Viet Nam opened in 2016. It serves the auto, furniture, electronics, and general Industry with nuts, bolts screws washers and assembly parts. 

MANUFACTURING U-BOLTS, EYE BOLTS AND MORE 

November 22, 2019

Since 1959, Dale Fastener Supply has been manufacturing and fabricating custom U-Bolts and Coated U-Bolts, Anchor Bolts, Specialty Bolts, Eye Bolts, J-Bolts, Square Bolts, Stud Bolts, Hex Head Cap Screws, Socket Pipe Plugs, Stud Bolts and other fastener products for a variety of industries. 

LARGE DIAMETER, HOT FORGED BOLTS, MADE TO ORDER

November 21, 2019

Cardinal Fastener Inc. is one of the largest fastener manufacturers of large diameter, hot forged bolts in America. Based in Winona, MN with additional operations 90 minutes west of Chicago in Loves Park, IL, Cardinal Fastener can produce a variety of bolt head styles and diameters up to 4-1/2" or M72, all described in its Birdie Chart

ADVANCE COMPONENTS SHARES SMART INVENTORY

November 20, 2019 

Advance Components, Inc. is among the exhibitors already committed to next year’s Fastener Fair USA (May 18-20 at the Charlotte Convention Center). Since 1972 Advance has been a leading distributor of specialty fastening products, fostering close relationships with its suppliers and its customers, and focused on being a trusted supply chain partner.

AGRATI EXPANDS TIFFIN

November 19, 2019 

Italy’s Agrati Group, a global manufacturer of automotive fasteners, completed a $4 million investment in industrial machinery and equipment at its Tiffin, OH plant. The project took place throughout calendar year 2019, follows a $1.6 million investment made in 2018. 

B&D COLD HEADED

November 19, 2019 

B&D Cold Headed Products has recently posted a corporate capabilities video that profiles the company in fresh new light. Based in Taylor, MI, B&D Cold Headed products manufactures high strength cold-formed bolts, studs, pins and other metal fasteners, including custom designed items, and lots starting at 1,000 pieces. Its parts are found in products from school buses, to appliances, military vehicles. At Fastener Fair USA, May 18-20 in Charlotte, NC, you can learn more about their offerings, in Booth 435

TARIFFS AGAINST CHINESE FASTENERS IN REVIEW

November 18, 2019 

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal says it initiated a review of its January 5, 2015 order against the dumping of certain carbon steel fasteners originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China and of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu (Chinese Taipei). The “sunset” rule requires the review on the subsidizing of such goods originating in or exported from China.

FASTENER FAIR USA HEADS TO CHARLOTTE CONVENTION CENTER MAY 18-20, 2020

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Fastener Fair USA, North America’s fastest-growing exposition for the fastener industry, will hold its third annual trade show and conference in May in Charlotte, NC, a major manufacturing hub. The event for the entire fastener supply chain runs May 18-20, 2020 at the Charlotte Convention Center.

SURVIVING THE INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTOR SHAKEOUT

DECEMBER 5, 2019

11:00 a.m. EST

Presenter: Nelson Valderrama, CEO Intuilize

More speakers coming soon!

Lean manufacturing optimizes assembly, but puts pressure on supply chains – including fasteners and other small parts distributors. Learn how to use your existing account relationships to make your business more valuable to your customer, and to stay competitive. 

HOW VIBRATION CAN LEAD TO BOLT FAILURES

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The ongoing trend toward lighter, smaller products leads to an increase in the amount of vibration in a joint. These two trends can sometimes work in tandem with each other, leading to loosening of bolts and other fasteners. 

AEROSPACE FASTENERS MARKET TO REACH USD 3.74 BILLION BY 2026

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The market for aerospace fasteners is projected to grow steadily in the next five years, driven by advancements in manufacturing techniques, and increases in sub-segments, particularly rivets.