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Ces entreprises qui ont marqué l’année 2019 : Les Forges de Bologne peaufinent leur déménagement sur Chaumont | Traces Ecrites

C'est l'un des plus gros investissements en cours dans l'Est. À partir de 2022, la filiale de Lisi Aerospace quittera progressivement son site historique de Bologne en Haute-Marne, pour une unité de 20.000 m2, près de Chaumont, à une dizaine de ... [Read More]
2020/01/03

TensionPro get ARMOURMAX® protection | Fastener + Fixing Technology

TensionPro, the UK-based bolt tensioning experts, has announced that its range of bolt tensioners will now be supplied with an ARMOURMAX® protective coating as standard. This unique, durable, anti-wear and anti-corrosion finish aims to maximise a ... [Read More]
2020/01/03

Bulten – Bulten strengthens its position in Asia and North America through the acquisition of PSM International

Bulten has today signed an agreement to acquire all shares in PSM International Holdings Limited (“PSM) (“the Acquisition”). The Acquisition strengthens Bulten’s position in the international fasteners market and provides a strong platform ... [Read More]
2020/01/02

How to choose the ideal stainless steel material for screws | Fastener Engineering

Typically, those familiar with the industry will think of SUS304 or SUSXM7 types of stainless steel when considering material for screws. However, there are many other types of stainless steel with distinct properties depending on the application.... [Read More]
2020/01/02

What is the difference between self-tapping and self-drilling screws? | Fastener Engineering

Screws that have particularly sharp threads that can carve into material are often referred to as “self-drilling screws.” However, there is a distinction worth making when working with these types of screws, which can make a significant differ... [Read More]
2020/01/02

PennEngineering® Announces Acquisition of Eurotec Ltd. – Penn Engineering

PennEngineering® announced today that it has acquired Eurotec Ltd., a specialty technical reseller of metal fabrication equipment, fastener installation systems and clinch and sheet metal fasteners. Eurotec is based in Tokyo, Japan.(...) via ... [Read More]
2020/01/02

VIPA grows to face new challenges | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

With over 120,000 references in stock, VIPA SpA is constantly adding to its products to satisfy requests from several industries including automotive, agricultural, machinery, chemical, and engineering. The company is also committed to expanding its ... [Read More]
2020/01/02

A small LOXX® lower part for screwing | Fastener + Fixing Technology

For the last 60 years, the safety lock LOXX® has been an essential solution for quick and secure fastening of tarpaulin, spray hoods, bimini tops and canopies on boats, this fastener is an easy, quick, and safe fastening solution. Now, Schaeffertec ... [Read More]
2020/01/02

When should a non-expansion anchor be used? | Fastener + Fixing Technology

Here, UK-based Bison, a nationwide supplier to the M&E and building engineering services marketplace, explains what a non-expansion anchor is and when they should be used.(...) via When should a non-expansion anchor be used? | Fastener + Fixing ... [Read More]
2020/01/02

China’s fastener firms, ‘the rice of industry’, grapple with the nuts and bolts of a slowing economy | South China Morning Post

Handan city produces more than half of the nuts, bolts and screws used in China’s construction and manufacturing industry Fastener manufacturers are seeking to expand foreign sales to make up for weaker domestic demand as China’s economic ... [Read More]
2019/12/31