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Japanese Nitto Seiko Develops AKROSE Technology Capable of Joining Different Kinds of Metals | Fastener World Inc.

In recent years, the automotive industry in particular has seen increasing demand for weight reduction and higher intensity. Multi-materials are gaining attention for their ability to combine metals of different characteristics and other materials... [Read More]
2018/11/12

Mungo – 50 years and counting | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

‘Ever higher’, ‘more creative’ and ‘more sophisticated’ best describe modern construction requests, with demands on building safety and efficiency also continuously increasing. Structures today need to withstand earthquakes and severe ... [Read More]
2018/11/12

How was your Vegas Show? | Fastener Blog

I usually get back from the International Fastener Expo (Vegas Show) and jump right in to offer my thoughts.  Not sure why but I’m struggling to sit down and do that.  I think I’m still sorting it out. Any of you have any thoughts or comments ... [Read More]
2018/11/11

St. John: Customers Want to Feel Cared For | Global Fastener News

STAFDA president: One lesson from competing with Amazon and other major players “is the idea that we win when our customers win, or Mr. Bezos’s now famous mantra ‘it is all about the customer’.”(...) via St. John: Customers Want to Feel ... [Read More]
2018/11/09

MSC Industrial Sales & Income Rise | Global Fastener News

On April 30, MSC acquired All Integrated Solutions (AIS) from private equity firm High Road Capital Partners for approximately $86 million.(...) via MSC Industrial Sales & Income Rise | Global Fastener News [Read More]
2018/11/09

Safe, accurate and ergonomic bolting solutions in aviation | Fastener + Fixing Technology

Following the award of a significant contract with a major global aircraft manufacturer, HTL Group now have a specialised aviation division delivering a portfolio of aviation specific, controlled bolting and fluid power solutions to solve challenges ... [Read More]
2018/11/09

ZAGO adopts ERP to meet urgent customer requirements | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

ZAGO Manufacturing Company Inc recently implemented the Shoptech ERP system in order to meet a growing need among distributors and OEMs for its self-sealing fastener and sealing switch boot products.(...) via ZAGO adopts ERP to meet urgent customer ... [Read More]
2018/11/08

Advanced Engineering celebrates 10 years in style | Fastener + Fixing Technology

Graham Stuart, Minister for Investment, hailed Advanced Engineering 2018 “the country’s largest sector show”, as exhibitors and visitors had a fantastic time, completing new contracts, developing business relationships and seeing the latest ... [Read More]
2018/11/08

Bossard takes a stake in 3d-prototyp GmbH | Bossard

The Bossard Group strengthens its competency in additive manufacturing by acquiring a 49 percent stake in the company 3d-prototyp GmbH in Stans. It is intended to increase this share to 100 percent within the next three years. The acquisition is ... [Read More]
2018/11/08

Lindapter extends its range of CE approved steelwork fixings | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Lindapter has now affixed CE Marking to its latest range of steel clamping systems, which it says provide a fast, cost-effective alternative to drilling or welding on-site.(...) via Lindapter extends its range of CE approved steelwork fixings | ... [Read More]
2018/11/08