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Fastener + Fixing Technology April issue now online

The April 2013 edition of Fastener + Fixing Technology is now available online. To read the latest issue just Click Here! Here are just some of the features and reports in the latest issue: Developing specialist joining solutions An ... [Read More]
2013/04/08

More changes to ISO 898-1! | Fastener+Fixing

Monday, 8 April 2013 The International Standards Organisation has published a new version of ISO 898-1, the fundamental mechanical property standard for carbon and alloy steel bolts, well before the normal five-year review schedule. Fastener ... [Read More]
2013/04/08

Obscure EU ruling means Chinese bolt blanks subject to ADD? | Fastener+Fixing

Tuesday, 2 April 2013 In June 2012 the EU enacted an obscure regulation, which subsequent investigations by the British Association of Fastener Distributors suggest has serious implications for importers of bolt blanks from P.R. China. (...) via ... [Read More]
2013/04/02

Hilti builds a better future, safer from earthquakes, with… | Fastener+Fixing Technology

The first ETA approval for an anchor pre-qualified for the demanding seismic category C2 Seismic events are among the worst possible scenarios for engineers or architects designing structures. Under seismic loading, the performance of the ... [Read More]
2013/03/28

Modern steelmaking | Fastener+Fixing

Few involved in the supply of fasteners these days get to see them manufactured. Even fewer have the privilege to witness the complex and sophisticated industrial processes that lay behind the provision of high-grade cold heading steel wire, the ... [Read More]
2013/03/27

Infastech acquisition complete | Fastener+Fixing

Stanley Black & Decker confirmed successful completion of its acquisition of Infastech from CVC Capital Partners and Standard Chartered Private Equity Limited for US$850 million in cash. (...) via Infastech acquisition complete. [Read More]
2013/03/25

Philidas’ Intellectual Property for sale | Fastener+Fixing

Following the decision by administrators and now liquidators, Duff & Phelps, that it was not feasible to sell Philidas Limited as a going concern, Glasgow based specialists Metis Partners have been commissioned to market the intellectual ... [Read More]
2013/03/22

Download the latest Digital Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Fastener + Fixing Magazine Issue 80 is now available online. Here are just some of the features and reports: Herbert Knoke – Flying the PROFIX® flag Will Lowry speaks to Herbert Knoke GmbH & Co KG's general manager - Dieter Hopfeld, ... [Read More]
2013/03/18

Philidas to close at end of March | Fastener+Fixing

Pontefract-based locking nut manufacturer Philidas Limited will close at the end of March 2013, according to administrators Duff & Phelps. (...) via Philidas to close at end of March. [Read More]
2013/03/18

Fastener Fair Russia gets warm reviews | Fastener+Fixing

Even bathed in spring sunlight, St. Petersburg in March is pretty chilly, but exhibitor reviews of the first three-day Fastener Fair Russia were distinctly warmer, reports Phil Matten from the Len-Expo Exhibition Center. (...) via Fastener Fair ... [Read More]
2013/03/14