Growermetal enters into partnership with Nord-Lock Group – fastenerandfixing

Growermetal Srl and Nord-Lock Group have entered into a strategic production and technical development agreement for the manufacture of wedge-locking washers. (...) via Growermetal enters into partnership with Nord-Lock Group. [Read More]
2015/08/15

New ratcheting system for in-line applications – fastenerandfixing

SMC Corporation Ltd, a specialist in inventing, developing and bringing to market unique tools for the professional and trade user, has launched a patented ratcheting system – LineWrench – which is ideal for in-line applications. (...) ... [Read More]
2015/08/15

Adapting, compulsive optimism and… a charismatic frog – fastenerandfixing

Face2Face with Ramón Ceravalls, CEO Grupo CELO Fulfilling a long-standing promise to visit CELO’s Spanish headquarters at Castellar del Vallès, outside Barcelona, Phil Matten, executive editor, took the opportunity to explore Ramón Ceraval... [Read More]
2015/08/15

New JCP Anchor Calculation Program – fastenerandfixing

JCP Construction Products has launched the next generation of its Anchor Calculation Program (ACP), providing solutions for anchoring into both cracked and non-cracked concrete. (...) via New JCP Anchor Calculation Program. [Read More]
2015/08/15

Full size fastener testing now available from Caparo Testing Technologies – fastenerandfixing

Caparo Testing Technologies has announced that, as part of an extension to its UKAS scope of accreditation, it is now able to offer full size fastener testing at its laboratory in Willenhall, UK. (...) via Full size fastener testing now ... [Read More]
2015/08/15

Furniture Specific: Old screws / useful clues – liveauctioneers

CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. – Like old nails, old screws often have an important tale to tell in determining the date of an older or antique piece of furniture. Since technology often leaves clues to its development, knowing the history of the manufactu... [Read More]
2015/08/14

Fastener Companies Struggle With Sales Growth – Global Fastener News – USA

Fastener companies seem to be struggling with top-line growth even as margins improve. The dilemma comes at a time of weakening fastener activity in the U.S., where fastener imports and exports weakened in June for the third straight month. ... [Read More]
2015/08/14

​Colour-coded epoxy system – Fastener+FixingTechnology

The two-part epoxy system EP90FR-V from Master Bond has been developed for use in aviation applications including interior panels, door frame lining and floor/door assemblies (...) via ​Colour-coded epoxy system. [Read More]
2015/08/14

Nedschroef plants obtain aerospace certification – Fastener+Fixing

Six Nedschroef plants, along with Nedschroef Aviation Fasteners GmbH, have passed audit and received certification to EN 9100:2008 – the aviation quality management standard. (...) via Nedschroef plants obtain aerospace certification. [Read More]
2015/08/14

Are Fastener Sales Sluggish? – Fastenerblog.net

August 12, 2015 / travelingsalesman /I’m trying to ignore what people seem to be suggesting.  I’m asking customers, “So, you getting ready for the Vegas Show?  You going to the All American Fastener Show?”   Then there’s always the old ... [Read More]
2015/08/13