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Poka Yoke and the role fasteners can play | Fastener + Fixing Technology

In the 1960’s the Toyota Production System formalised error prevention in its manufacturing processes and gave it the name Poka Yoke. This translates to “mistake-proofing” or “Inadvertent error prevention” and has been adopted beyond the ... [Read More]
2020/02/18

EuroBLECH 2020 announces additional exhibition hall | Fastener + Fixing Technology

The 26th edition of the International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, EuroBLECH 2020, will take place from 27th – 30th October 2020 at the Hanover Exhibition Grounds in Germany. The show organisers, Mack Brooks Exhibitions, have now ... [Read More]
2020/02/18

Bulten – Bulten launches BUFOe – a new energy efficient product line

As part of Bulten's sustainability strategy, BUFOe is launched - a new product line focusing on energy efficiency. By replacing conventional fasteners in a vehicle with BUFOe, CO2 emissions can be reduced by more than 30% in the manufacturing ... [Read More]
2020/02/17

Gateway to China’s fastener market | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

From 23rd – 25th September 2020, China Fastener Info and Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) will jointly organise Fastener Shanghai – Shanghai Fastener & Tech Show 2020, which will be co-located with wire® and Tube China.(...) via Gateway to ... [Read More]
2020/02/17

A consideration of zero defects | Fastener + Fixing Technology

The term ‘zero defects’ was coined by Quality Guru Philip Crosby in the mid 1960s whilst working on a US rocket programme. His aim; to reduce the number of failed launches. In essence, he sought to eliminate defects using quality management ... [Read More]
2020/02/17

Taiwan Fastener Show postponed until October | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

The Taiwan International Fastener Show has been postponed until 14th – 16th October 2020, due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).(...) via Taiwan Fastener Show postponed until October | Fastener + Fixing Magazine. [Read More]
2020/02/17

Hexstone Limited | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

2019 has been a challenging year in the fastener market in the UK. Against a backdrop of a slowing world, EU and UK economic growth, the dreaded B word – BREXIT – has loomed large over the landscape.(...) via Hexstone Limited | Fastener + Fixing ... [Read More]
2020/02/17

Brand revolution at Hafren Security Fasteners | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

This year, Hafren Security Fasteners is launching new product packaging and high-quality branded tooling, giving a new look and feel that is much bolder and appealing across all product offerings. The new packaging will start hitting store shelves ... [Read More]
2020/02/17

US DCMA Reveals F-35 Stealth Combat Aircraft Could Have the Wrong Bolts in Critical Areas | Fastener World Inc.

Loaded with the latest technology, F-35 is considered the most unrivaled combat airplane in the world for its aerospace electronic technology and stealth design.(...) via US DCMA Reveals F-35 Stealth Combat Aircraft Could Have the Wrong Bolts in ... [Read More]
2020/02/14

Despite some Cologne show cancellations event to go ahead | Torque-Expo

While concerns about the spread of coronavirus is impacting some international shows – not least Barcelona’s cancelled MWC tech show – the organisers of next month’s International Hardware Fair have confirmed it will be business as usual in ... [Read More]
2020/02/14