H.B. Fuller acquires Advanced Adhesives – Industrial Supply Magazine

H.B. Fuller Company has finalized its previously announced purchase of Advanced Adhesives, a provider of industrial adhesives in Australia and New Zealand. via H.B. Fuller acquires Advanced Adhesives - Industrial Supply Magazine. [Read More]
2016/05/03

Fastener Prices Rising Based on Jump in Cost of China’s Steel – Global Fastener News – USA

Steel prices in China hit a 25-year low in late 2015, but thus far in 2016 prices have jumped and the increases are beginning to show in fastener prices. (...) via Fastener Prices Rising Based on Jump in Cost of China's Steel - Global ... [Read More]
2016/05/03

Technical Analysis: New technical support for SME metalformers | Fastener+Fixing Technology

By Dr Peter Standring at Industrial Metalforming Technologies (...) via Technical Analysis: New technical support for SME metalformers. [Read More]
2016/05/03

Vorpa adds anchoring star to its portfolio | Fastener+Fixing

Vorpa Srl is constantly working on new projects to upgrade its products and technologies – aimed at supporting various needs in the field of construction anchoring – as well as keeping a careful eye on the non-standard fastening component ... [Read More]
2016/05/03

Resistant and watertight fastening | Fastener+Fixing

Since 1973 Rivit Srl has been developing a wide range of products for the industry, as well as related tools for their installation, including its range of welding studs and the RIVST80. via Resistant and watertight fastening. [Read More]
2016/05/03

Lisi: le chiffre d’affaires progresse de 1,7% au 1T | Automobile LePoint

Le fabricant français de fixations pour l'automobile et l'aéronautique Lisi a annoncé jeudi une progression de 1,7% de son chiffre d'affaires au premier trimestre, grâce au dynamisme du marché aéronautique européen. via Lisi: le chiffre ... [Read More]
2016/05/02

Radial and Orbital Riveting Add Finesse to Fastening, Joining | Fasteners content from Machine Design

Most engineers tend to rely on traditional fastening methods to join parts (see "Impact Riveting: The Old School Approach," below). However, a couple of similar, lesser-known techniques for putting heads on rivets and studs for permanent joints ... [Read More]
2016/05/02

THIS WEEK IN AUTOMATION: Torque Control, 3D Vision Sensors and More > ENGINEERING.com

The SH-Series is a new automation torque control system engineered for high precision accuracy and repeatable torque control. The high performance robotic fastening system by Mountz allows manufacturers to optimize the assembly area, reduce labor ... [Read More]
2016/05/02

Fünf Millionen Spezialschrauben für Tschernobyl | Westfalenpost.de

Eine riesige Stahlhülle soll spätestens im nächsten Jahr über den inzwischen baufälligen Sarkophag des havarierten Reaktors in Tschernobyl geschoben werden. Gebaut wird der rund 30.000 Tonne schwere Koloss von einem französischen Konsortium; ... [Read More]
2016/05/02

Nouvelle usine lisi-blanc aéro : la première tranche de travaux bientôt livrée – ladepeche.fr

Les dirigeants du groupe Lisi devront patienter quelques jours encore avant de prendre possession de leur nouvelle usine implantée zone de la Glèbe. Chose logique, vu l'ampleur du chantier, celui-ci a pris un peu de retard et, selon nos informat... [Read More]
2016/05/02