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Bron Tapes acquired by Rotunda Capital Partners
Rotunda Capital Partners has acquired Bron Tapes, a premier distributor and converter of pressure-sensitive tapes and adhesives. Bron is the second investment made from Rotunda’s latest fund, Rotunda Capital Partners Fund III, L.P. Bron is a solutions-oriented partner for its customers, focused on providing the highest level of technical expertise and service. Founded in…
New electronic rotary latch from Southco offers security and intelligence
Southco, Inc., a global provider of engineered access solutions, has expanded its R4-EM Electronic Rotary Latch series with a compact version that offers advanced intelligence. The new R4-EM-05 Electronic Rotary Latch provides concealed, electronic latching and increased security without sacrificing strength or functionality, making it an ideal choice for applications with significant space limitations. The…
Automotive fasteners market to grow by $8,379.8 million by 2027
The automotive fasteners market is estimated to increase by U.S. $8,379.8 million, growing at a CAGR of 8% between 2022 and 2027. This is according to a new report from Technavio, a global technology research and advisory company. However, the growth of the market depends on serval factors, including the cost advantages of using plastic…
Digitalizing inventory: How automation can save time & money
Written by Paul Przyby SVP, Sales and Marketing — Optimas Solutions Vendor-managed inventory (VMI), or inventory management, has been around since the ’80s when companies such as Walmart used it to revolutionize their supply chains. In the 30-plus years since then, inventory management has evolved to become more sophisticated and accessible, allowing companies of all…
InventHelp developer creates fastener accessory for threaded holes
InventHelp developer has devised a new fastener accessory for threaded holes. No More Loose Screws is designed to more easily drive a screw into a threaded hole. It is available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. “I’m a contractor and I wanted to create a new fastener accessory that can be used when…
White Cap named a Top Workplace of 2023
White Cap Supply Holdings, a one-stop shop providing concrete, tools, building materials, and fasteners, has received the Top Workplaces 2023 award by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for the second year running. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely…
3M named one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies”
The Ethisphere Institute has recognized 3M for ethics and integrity in business conduct and compliance for the 10th straight year. 3M is one of only nine industrial companies worldwide to be honored this year. “At 3M, we are committed to doing things with unwavering integrity,” said Michael Duran, 3M senior VP and chief ethics and compliance officer. “It is our commitment…
New time-saving digital layout tool for job sites
Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools and technology to the commercial construction industry, has introduced the PLT 400, a digital layout tool designed to help job-site layout crews be more productive. With continued labor shortages and job-site restrictions, single-operator tools like the PLT 400 are becoming more essential. Hilti’s PLT tool technology allows the…
What are polyurethane adhesives?
Polyurethanes are reactive adhesives named not for what they are but for what they become when cured. A polyurethane polymer is formed by extremely reactive diisocyanates combined with OH-containing molecules. Polyurethane adhesives are thermoset polymers. The glue reacts to form a crosslinked polymer with properties unlike the starting material and a new chemical structure. Polyurethane…
This dual-curable adhesive cures rapidly with an LED light source
Master Bond‘s LED415DC90 is a one-component adhesive system that cures rapidly upon exposure to a 405 nm wavelength LED light source without any oxygen inhibition. This no-mix system requires a post-cure with heat and adheres well to similar and dissimilar substrates. The cure rate depends upon the intensity of the light source, the thickness of…
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Bron Tapes acquired by Rotunda Capital Partners
Rotunda Capital Partners has acquired Bron Tapes, a premier distributor and converter of pressure-sensitive tapes and adhesives. Bron is the second investment made from Rotunda’s latest fund, Rotunda Capital Partners Fund III, L.P. Bron is a solutions-oriented partner for its customers, focused on providing the highest level of technical expertise and service. Founded in…
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Rotor Clip manufacturing smaller-sized wave springs to meet market demand
Rotor Clip has responded to the increased demand in the marketplace for smaller, innovative, and more efficient assemblies. The company now has the capability of manufacturing smaller-sized wave springs ranging from .118 to 25 inches (3 to 635 mm). The advancement in development for smaller assemblies benefits a variety of industries — including medical devices,…
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Taurus Industrial acquires Bolttech Mannings
Taurus Industrial Group, a portfolio company of SCF Partners, announced its acquisition of Bolttech Mannings, Inc. (BMI), a provider of technical bolting, leak sealing, and non-destructive testing services to the North American power generation, downstream, and industrial markets. BMI’s service offerings, geographic footprint, and customer relationships are highly synergistic with those of Taurus and…
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Amsted Seals’ launches Pro-Lock axle fastener for secure wheel-bearing adjustments
Amsted Seals, a global provider of wheel-end and sealing solutions, has launched the Pro-Lock axle fastener for commercial vehicles. The precision of the Amsted Seals Pro-Lock axle fastener limits wheel-bearing adjustment variability, extending the life of the tire and the wheel seal. The patent pending design makes for quick and easy installation, reducing the likelihood…
