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China’s ports report rising cargo throughput in Q1 | Torque-Expo

China’s ports recorded a robust growth of cargo throughput in January amid the country’s steady economic recovery, data from the Ministry of Transport showed.(...) via China's ports report rising cargo throughput in Q1. [Read More]
2021/03/26

White Cap Canada to acquire National Concrete accessories | Torque-Expo

White Cap Supply Canada, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the issued and outstanding shares of National Concrete Accessories Canada Inc. (NCA), an Alberta corporation.(...) via White Cap Canada to acquire ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

Looking ahead to a new year | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Last year with government shutdowns, Carlo Salvi SpA found itself dealing with a pandemic by strengthening its digitalisation to include remote testing on each header machine. Now its development goals for 2021 are to continue to build and invest in ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

Learning online with the CFA | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

The Construction Fixings Association (CFA) has launched a new eLearning platform, which incorporates all of the elements covered in the organisation’s live training courses, which are fully in-line with the requirements of BS 8539:2012.(...) via ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

Force, matter and motion | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Here John Cross, general manager at Rotech Laboratories Ltd – the UK-based leading UKAS accredited materials testing laboratory, which is also part of the wider Rubery Owen Group and RO Materials Testing Division – outlines the importance of ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

Is a torque value needed? | Fastener + Fixing Technology

A question often asked on training courses is whether it is necessary to specify a tightening torque? The answer somewhat depends upon what industry sector you are working in. In structural engineering, on buildings for example, many joints do not ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

JAPAN NEWS | FASTENER EURASIA MAGAZINE

Japan's exports of steel bolts to China in 2020 were 33 billion yen, up 4.1% from the previous year. The quantity increased by 7.6% to 49,400 tons. Of the three major items, only steel bolts were up year-on-year, but overall there is a recovery ... [Read More]
2021/03/25

Optimas Solutions moves its global headquarters in Illinois | Fastener Engineering

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer, distributor, and service provider, has moved its global corporate headquarters from Glenview, IL into its manufacturing operations in Wood Dale, IL.(...) via Optimas Solutions moves its global ... [Read More]
2021/03/25

CTSP Manufactory Reinforces Deployment in Global High-end Markets – Fastener World Inc.

Founded decades ago, Chin Tai Sing Precision Manufactory (“CTSP”) has had its main business focused on OEM production for standard parts as well as bespoke brass inserts, metal clinching fasteners, and components in stainless steel, aluminum, ... [Read More]
2021/03/25

Wei Chan Co., Ltd. – Dies Manufacturer with Superb Craftsmanship – Fastener World Inc.

Wei Chan located in Alian District of Kauhsiung City, the fastener heartland of Taiwan, is a punch and die manufacturer with 27 years of industry expertise.(...) via Wei Chan Co., Ltd. - Dies Manufacturer with Superb Craftsmanship-Fastener World. [Read More]
2021/03/25