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Separation costs affect Arconic results | Fastener + Fixing

Arconic reported a 2016 net loss of US$900 million (€849 million) on total revenue of US$12.4 billion (€11.7 billion). The loss was primarily attributed to the charges and costs associated with the separation from Alcoa Inc.(...) via Separation ... [Read More]
2017/03/30

Reliable and competitive products | Fastener + Fixing

FAR, a manufacturer of blind rivets, rivet nuts and fastening systems, based in Bologna, Italy, says that its focus on technological innovations has always been key to it offering customers reliable and competitive products – including its EB400 ... [Read More]
2017/03/30

Lightweight components – simulation and feasibility on Hatebur machines | Fastener + Fixing

By Reinhard Bührer, head of marketing and sales (member of the management board), Hatebur Metalforming Equipment Ltd. Vehicle development and the lowering of fuel consumption means that cars now need to be made lighter without losing any ... [Read More]
2017/03/29

Guaranteed quality with INDEX | Fastener + Fixing

INDEX Fixing Systems manufactures and controls the production process for a wide range of its products, helping to guarantee maximum quality and an optimum service. Fully committed to high-quality standards, INDEX Fixing Systems has an extensive ... [Read More]
2017/03/29

NORMA reports slight growth in 2016 | Fastener + Fixing

NORMA Group reported 2016 sales increasing by 0.6% to €894.9 million, based on preliminary and unaudited figures. The acquisition of Autoline, which manufactures automotive quick connectors for fluid lines in in France, Mexico and China, ... [Read More]
2017/03/28

Recent developments in construction fixings | Fastener + Fixing

In this article Mark Salmon of Independent Fixing Consultants outlines some of the most significant developments in the world of construction fixings over the last few years and suggests how fixing distributors can take best advantage of them. As ... [Read More]
2017/03/28

FastFixSeminars Fastener Fair Stuttgart 2017 | Fastener+Fixing

Fastener Fair Stuttgart 2017 will feature a new seminar programme, hosted by Fastener + Fixing Magazine, taking place in a special auditorium in Hall 5, Stand 2422. Across the three days there will be a variety of presentations from leading exhibi... [Read More]
2017/03/28

GESIPA® Speed Rivet technology | Fastener + Fixing

In addition to its hydro-pneumatic magazine setting tools, GESIPA® has completed its product portfolio with its Speed Rivet setting tool, which it says is the result of decades of expertise and encompasses the unbeatable advantages of the tried and ... [Read More]
2017/03/27

Still learning after 40 years – and proud of it | Fastener + Fixing

Geoff Budd joined TR Fastenings forty years ago, as a temporary packer. Within ten years he was a director of the rapidly growing business. Today he is managing director at TR Europe as well as a Trifast main board director, and possesses an ... [Read More]
2017/03/27

WASI’s new products at Stuttgart | Fastener + Fixing

‘Cherry picking’ was yesterday’s challenge, ‘saving time’ is tomorrow’s promise, and by developing innovative products on a constant basis, WASI ensures that its customers can always operate at maximum efficiency.(...) via WASI’s new ... [Read More]
2017/03/24