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BIAFD focuses on BREXIT | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 The Spring Meeting of the British & Irish Association of Fastener Distributors turned its focus on the implications of BREXIT for its membership. Matthew Fleming, from KPMG Legal Services, provided another thought provoking presentation to a ... [Read More]
2018/05/04

Reducing weight in aerospace applications | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Lightening the load of an aircraft by just 1,000lbs (454kg) can save 1% of fuel costs according to the EU’s Clean Sky initiative. With fuel prices rising and increasing pressure to meet emissions targets, aircraft manufacturers and their suppliers ... [Read More]
2018/05/02

New line of R-LX concrete screw anchors | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Finding genuinely effective, quick and lasting anchoring for cracked and non-cracked concrete or hollowcore slabs, as well as in masonry substrates, brick or even timber, can prove to be a challenge for contractors and construction specialists ... [Read More]
2018/04/30

Optimas increases productivity for cancer diagnostic equipment manufacturer | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Early diagnosis of cancer can greatly improve survival rates, with health centres utilising the latest technology to ensure identification of the condition is achieved sooner. Cancer diagnosis machines are at the forefront of this technology, which ... [Read More]
2018/04/27

Attracting and retaining customers in a distribution business | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Finding a niche in a busy fastener and fixing market can be rewarding for many years, but over time the information stored will need to be looked at and a proactive approach will need to be taken towards keeping data accurate to ensure continued ... [Read More]
2018/04/27

Why you should consider concrete screws on your next project | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 By Carl Ghinn, managing director at Fixmart Ltd In the two years since the BREXIT vote, the UK construction industry has faced a large amount of uncertainty. This has been exacerbated by a lack of skilled workers and cost issues in the supply ... [Read More]
2018/04/26

Jubilee® Clips to make a splash | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 The share of Jubilee® Clips’ being utilised by companies in the field of waste water technology has been steadily increasing, as companies involved in the installation, repair and maintenance of waste water systems have come to appreciate the ... [Read More]
2018/04/26

Torque vs clamp – and what it means for joint integrity and vibration resistance | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 By Kirsti Hurne, marketing executive, Arconic Fastening Systems and Rings For most heavy equipment applications, design engineers have focused on a stable, consistently tight joint for long-term durability and vibration resistance. At the same ... [Read More]
2018/04/25

LUSAN plans international expansion | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 LUSAN fijaciones y anclajes S.L was founded with the intent of supplying anchors and fixings of the highest quality to the Spanish market, before expanding into international markets.(...) via LUSAN plans international expansion | Fastener + Fixing ... [Read More]
2018/04/25

Tecfi’s wide range of rivets | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Italian-based Tecfi SpA is able to supply a wide range of rivets, developed according to the standing ISO standards, including the aluminium alloy open end blind rivet with dome head – available in a number of colours.(...) via Tecfi’s wide ... [Read More]
2018/04/24