Europe

Śrubena-Unia’s vast capabilities | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Śrubena-Unia has a rich tradition in manufacturing that dates back to 1832. Through its strategy of continuously improving technological processes the company has been able grow its product range, as well as target new markets, to become one the ... [Read More]
2020/12/07

Manufacturing plastic anchors | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

TopKraft S.K has been operating on the Slovakian market for more than 23 years and has built a stable position as a manufacturer, importer and distributor of fasteners and fixings.(...) via Manufacturing plastic anchors | Fastener + Fixing Magazine. [Read More]
2020/12/04

Container shortages impact fastener supply chain | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

A shortage of shipping containers at major global export ports is now seriously impacting fastener availability in the UK and Ireland, the British & Irish Association of Fastener Distributors warns. The crisis is also forcing up container ... [Read More]
2020/12/04

The importance of inspection | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Over the past 20 years, the inspection and testing of fasteners has become one of the major challenges in the fastener industry. Here, Massimo Agrati, CEO at Dimac Srl, looks at why it’s crucial for fastener companies to be investing in inspection ... [Read More]
2020/12/04

Zoro celebrate 50% increase in product range with 97,000 new items in 2020 | Torque-Expo

Zoro, UK supplier of fasteners, tools, and equipment to businesses within the engineering sector, celebrate its third year of continuous growth with a team twice the size and an increased product range.(...) via Zoro celebrate 50% increase in ... [Read More]
2020/12/03

Hungarian high strength fasteners | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Founded in 1988 Szatyina Kft has grown from a family business – exclusively engaged in the production of wood screws – to a company that has followed the changing market demands to focus its production on uniquely designed, high strength, ... [Read More]
2020/12/03

New super efficient production facility in Latvia | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

In Latvia, Lesjöfors has launched a new manufacturing plant, which is already in full swing and exceeding the company’s expectations. The well planned, highly sustainable facility is optimised not only for a streamlined production, but also for a ... [Read More]
2020/12/02

GESIPA® celebrates its 65th anniversary | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

In 1955 a small company named ‘GESellschaft für Internationale PAtentverwertung’ was founded. Shortly afterwards a patent application was filed for the ‘process of producing breakstem blind rivet joints’ and a ‘hand tool for setting blind ... [Read More]
2020/12/01

HAMAR moves forward with its long-term strategy | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Despite the effects of the Covid-19 crisis on the global construction sector, HAMAR has continued to realise its action plan, by investing in a modern machinery park and company facility expansion, whilst also concentrating on constant development ... [Read More]
2020/12/01

EFDA: Fastener distributors play a crucial role | Torque-Expo

EFDA brings together and represents a huge €5 billion sector. Writing for Torque Magazine, EFDA reveals how Covid-19 has impacted on distributor bottom lines and how it is standing up for member interests at the highest levels… via EFDA: ... [Read More]
2020/11/30