Written by Lonni Kieffer | Co-founder SmartCert Today’s business owners understand that traceability in the supply chain is crucial. This is particularly true of industries governed by regulations imposing quality control standards. Of course, quality control measures in fastener manufacturing are essential to identify and prevent potential defects, ensuring manufacturing integrity. Fasteners are subject to…

  ~ Article courtesy of Henkel LOCTITE Threadlockers offer a universal, reliable adhesive solution to an age-old problem in many OEM (original equipment manufacturer) and MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) applications. Typically applied to the threads of fasteners before assembly, they form a secure bond that helps maintain the integrity of the connection once cured.…

Southco has introduced a new R4-50 Heavy-Duty Electronic Rotary Latch with an integrated sensor and sealed electronic actuation, expanding its rotary latch line with options offering increased security and remote access control for demanding environments. Offering high security, quick actuation speed, and exceptional cycle life, the latest addition to the Heavy-Duty Rotary Latch line is…

~ Article courtesy of Accu Components Torque, a pivotal concept recognized by engineers globally, is the twisting or rotational force causing movement about a central point. In simple terms, it’s the capacity of an object to counteract resistance to rotation. In fastener installations, torque defines the peak twisting force a fastener can withstand. Maximum tightening…

AFC Industries, a provider of fastening and vendor-managed inventory (VMI) solutions, announced that it has acquired Philadelphia-based Globe International Corp. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1950, Globe is a supplier of fasteners, door hardware, and galvanized aircraft cable, specializing in value-added kitting and other services. “Our company has a long history…

Henkel, a global provider of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, and Kraton Corporation, a global sustainable producer of biobased products derived from pine wood pulping, announced a multi-year supply partnership. In this agreement, Kraton will supply Henkel Adhesive Technologies with high-performance, biobased tackifiers and its patented REvolution rosin ester technology to enable carbon emission reductions…

Avoiding risks might be impossible, but you can mitigate them by choosing the ideal partners, strategies, and resources for fastener procurement. Being competitive in the manufacturing industry means ensuring access to required fastener parts while continually improving productivity, shortening lead times, and saving money. Essentially, the shorter and simpler your supply chain is, the better.…

~ Article courtesy of Hilti North America When considering different fastening technologies, several factors affect the decision-making process to ensure the optimal solution for an application. Anchors are often used to connect structural elements of base material to masonry and concrete in buildings and structures. Choosing the ideal anchoring technology depends on the application and…

DELO Industrial Adhesives, a high-tech adhesives manufacturer, has developed a new medical-grade adhesive — DELO MONOPOX MG3727. Based on a long-proven consumer electronics adhesive featuring low-temperature curing and drop resistance, this adhesive expands upon its capabilities with non-cytotoxicity, thus meeting the standards (DIN EN ISO 10993-5) necessary to classify it as a medical-grade adhesive. DELO…

Fastener Warehouse, a distributor of industrial fasteners, recently announced the successful acquisition of Ridgeline Fasteners, a prominent fastener supplier based in Calgary, Alberta. This strategic move is poised to strengthen Fastener Warehouse’s market presence and expand its product offerings in the fastener industry. The acquisition of Ridgeline Fasteners marks a significant milestone for Fastener Warehouse,…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, announced that Birmingham Fastener will sponsor its three Fastener Training Weeks in 2024. FTI’s flagship training, Fastener Training Week, is a week-long program dedicated to enhancing fastener knowledge across the industry, recognizing those who complete the course and pass a final…

  Written by Ken Hagan Division President (SPIROL Ohio Division) SPIROL International Corporation Belleville washers and disc springs are conically shaped spring washers, typically made from spring steels and designed to be loaded axially. Both can provide a higher degree of force in a relatively compact area compared to coil springs or wave springs. Although…

Birmingham Fastener, a full-service manufacturer and distributor of high-quality specialty fasteners, is expanding to Mexico with the opening of a facility in Querétaro City this month. The new facility will help businesses that have commercial, construction, or aerospace projects in Mexico localize their supply chain and access inventory more quickly and easily. Commercial and Aerospace…

Fastener Industries has purchased Die Co. Inc., a high-volume and customized manufacturer of spring steel fasteners and metal stampings. The company will be a wholly owned subsidiary of Fastener Industries’ family of employee-owned companies. This family includes Buckeye Fasteners, Modern Fasteners, Ohio Nut and Bolt, Ohio Nut & Bolt of Canada, Brainard Rivet, Joseph Industries,…

Fastener Fair USA, the only exhibition in the U.S. that’s dedicated to the full fastener supply chain, is accepting registration for its 2024 event. This year, the show takes place at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio on May 22nd and 23rd, 2024 for two days of industry innovation, comprehensive education sessions, networking opportunities,…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, is offering two training classes during the conference at Fastener Fair USA in Cleveland in May. Each class will be presented by Laurence Claus, Industrial Fasteners Institute’s (IFI) director of Education and Training. The courses include: 1. The Making of Fasteners…

~ Article courtesy of PennEngineering Today’s design engineers have more flexibility when choosing a fastening solution than ever before. The need for parts that are lighter and thinner, yet stronger is pushing fastening innovations forward. One alternative to the more conventional self-tapping screws for metal is the self-clinching fastener. Before discussing the benefits of self-clinch…

NS ARC is a recently renamed and dedicated welding wire division of National Standard. NS ARC is offering a new 1,500-lb. Tru-Trac wooden reel for streamlining wire replacement in large-scale welding operations. For decades, the Tru-Trac package has provided proprietary winding technology that ensures “twist-free” wire let-off from stationary tight wound reels, requiring only a…

Master Bond‘s UV15RCL is a low-viscosity, cationic-type UV curing system with a special color-changing feature. The originally red material changes to clear once exposed to UV light, indicating that there’s UV light access across the adhesive material. Although this change in color from red to clear does not indicate a full cure it does confirm…

Gail Friedberg Rottenstrich, ZAGO Manufacturing‘s co-founder and CEO, has made the ROI Influencers Women in Business: 2024 list for her excellence in modeling public and private sector work. ROI-NJ, a New Jersey business publication, released the list during March as it’s Women’s History Month. In addition to running ZAGO, a sustainable manufacturer making sustainable sealing fasteners for…

Threaded fasteners specialist, Packer Fastener, has moved its headquarters and central distribution center to a larger facility. The move is to a 100,000-plus-square-foot facility at 500 Pilgrim Way in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin. The new location will serve Packer Fastener and its sister companies Packer Freight and Albolt Manufacturing, which together comprise the PFS family of brands. The…

Investment AB Latour has, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Nord-Lock Group, acquired Precision Bolting Ltd. (PBL) and Condor Machinery. Founded in Western Canada in the late 1980s, PBL offers premium bolting products and custom solutions for challenging applications. Its production facility is located in Edmonton, Alberta, and offers technical expertise, stocked inventory, and custom fasteners from…

Nord-Lock Group, a global provider of bolted solutions, has joined The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to levels in line with the UN Paris Agreement. The SBTi marks a groundbreaking, collaborative corporate effort to achieve an impactful, joint contribution to a sustainable future. Analyzing carbon emissions The first step in…

ZAGO Manufacturing, a high-tech sustainable sealing fasteners and switch boots manufacturer, is celebrating Women’s History Month 2024 with a new achievement: certification as a Women Business Enterprise (WBE) in New Jersey. The WBE certification opens doors to new opportunities in government and the private sector where supplier diversity is a priority. “March is Women’s History…

Written by Venkat Nandivada, Manager Technical Support  & Rohit Ramnath, Senior Product Engineer Master Bond The hermetic sealing of electrical and optical feedthroughs is critical for the longevity and reliability of electronic devices. Depending on the degree of hermeticity required and the constraints of the application, techniques such as gasket sealing, adhesive sealing, and ceramic…