UK

Fast fastening in industrial applications | Fastener + Fixing Technology

To ensure they can meet deadlines and deliver products in-line with customers’ high expectations, UK manufacturers are looking for ways to increase assembly speed. Here Justin Lawrence, applications engineer at fastening and supply chain expert ... [Read More]
2021/04/20

Barton Cold-Form invests millions in machinery | FAST

Barton Cold-Form, the UK manufacturing division of Optimas Solutions and experts in cold forging technology since 1932 has made machinery and technology upgrades totalling over $3.6 million.(...) via Barton Cold-Form invests millions in machinery. [Read More]
2021/04/14

Force, matter and motion | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Here John Cross, general manager at Rotech Laboratories Ltd – the UK-based leading UKAS accredited materials testing laboratory, which is also part of the wider Rubery Owen Group and RO Materials Testing Division – outlines the importance of ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

New inserts catalogue from Fixi | Fastener + Fixing Technology

Fixi Group has introduced a new catalogue for self-tapping and special threaded inserts, which includes high resistance fixings and its new KN-KNH series.(...) via New inserts catalogue from Fixi | Fastener + Fixing Technology. [Read More]
2021/03/17

Screwfix to open 50 stores in 2021, creating around 600 jobs in UK & ROI | Torque-Expo

Screwfix has announced its plans to open more than 50 stores this year, creating around 600 new jobs in communities across the UK and the Republic of Ireland (ROI).(...) via Screwfix to open 50 stores in 2021, creating around 600 jobs in UK & ... [Read More]
2021/03/17

JCP Fixings celebrates twenty years | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

In 2021 JCP Fixings, the specialist fixing division of Owlett-Jaton, celebrates its 20th anniversary – having become a key player within the UK fixings market and able to provide a comprehensive range of products to suit a variety of construction ... [Read More]
2021/03/17

BHETA expands DIY committee with George Brickwood | Torque-Expo

The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) has expanded its DIY committee, welcoming George Brickwood, eCommerce Director UK&I of Schneider Electric.(...) via BHETA expands DIY committee with George Brickwood. [Read More]
2021/03/15

Trade headache for UK with imports down 29% while exports drop 41% | Torque-Expo

Official statistics confirmed January was difficult for the UK’s exporters and importers alike.(...) via Trade headache for UK with imports down 29% while exports drop 41%. [Read More]
2021/03/12

Aerospace fastener maker wins funding for process improvement R&D | FAST

LISI Aerospace (BAI UK) and the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) have secured £975,000 in funding from the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) to improve productivity, open new markets and reduce waste in the ... [Read More]
2021/03/11

ToughBuilt Industries strengthens UK sales team | Torque-Expo

ToughBuilt Industries has announced that it has strengthened its UK sales team after appointing two National Key Account managers and a new Commercial Manager- Retail.(...) via ToughBuilt Industries strengthens UK sales team. [Read More]
2021/03/11