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Würth continues to support the Fastener Training Institute
The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, is pleased to announce that Würth Industry North America (WINA) will continue as a sustaining sponsor in 2023. This will mark the fifth year of partnership between the two organizations. “Würth’s continued support is instrumental to our ability to offer frequent…
Henkel joins INCIT partner network to further drive digital transformation
Henkel has signed an agreement to participate in the membership program of The International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT). By joining INCIT’s partner network the Adhesive Technologies business unit aims to leverage INCITs tools and frameworks to further drive the digital transformation of its operations. Henkel is the first company to join INCIT’s membership program,…
Fastener Fair Global 2023 expecting a strong comeback
Fastener Fair Global (formerly known as Fastener Fair Stuttgart) is returning to Stuttgart, from March 21st to 23rd, 2023. This is the first event in four years and the 9th edition of Fastener Fair Global — currently the largest exhibition worldwide dedicated to presenting and promoting fastener and fixing products and technologies. The exhibition…
Consider wearing this to relieve neck pain when working overhead
Hilti Group, a global provider of tools, technology, software, and services to the commercial construction industry, has introduced the new EXO-S Shoulder Exoskeleton — a wearable construction device designed to help relieve shoulder and neck fatigue when working overhead by lowering physical strain. The EXO-S Shoulder Exoskeleton is ideal for continuous or repetitive overhead tasks, with…
Now there’s a safer way to drive nails than with a hammer
The PRO-REACHER is an innovative and effective way to grip and hold a nail or screw. In doing so, it helps to prevent painful finger injuries from accidental hammer blows. As a result, it enhances safety and convenience. “We thought there could be a safer way to drive nails with a hammer,” said the inventor,…
What is the difference between structural and non-structural adhesives?
Engineers increasingly rely on adhesives as an alternative to mechanical fasteners for certain applications. Adhesives offer several advantages, including a comparatively lighter weight of the completed assembly, the need for fewer individual components, and faster production. Several considerations should go into choosing the ideal adhesive for an application. Knowledge of the substrates, the conditions the…
Schreiner ProTech offers next-level ultrasonic welding
The welding series machine Schreiner ProTech recently acquired, called the MS sonxTOP GENESIS with Multifrequency, is a technological world first in the field of ultrasonic welding due to its frequency range. The equipment also marks the beginning of a partnership with MS Ultrasonic Technology Group, combining both companies’ know-how for the benefit of customers. Higher…
NFDA seeking nominations for Fastener Pro of the Year award
The National Fastener Distributors Association (NFDA), a non-profit trade association serving the North American fastener industry, is seeking nominations for this year’s Fastener Professional of the Year award. This special recognition was created by NFDA to honor individuals and companies that make a substantial positive impact on people’s lives. The last day for nominations this year…
The Adhesive & Sealant Council launches new website
The Adhesive & Sealant Council (ASC), the North American trade association dedicated to representing the adhesive industry, has launched a new website. The new look includes updated technology in an effort to better serve its members. ASC connects industry organizations and its members to the leading companies in the adhesive and sealant value chain, offering…
Donaldson introduces an ambient weld fume extractor
Donaldson Company, a global manufacturer of innovative filtration products and solutions, has released the Torit Downflo Ambient (DFA) weld fume extractor that gives fabricators the ability to weld in a variety of different workstation configurations. “This new collector provides a complementary solution to a challenging problem: effective weld fume extraction without duct work or…
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New DELO line lamp offers flexibility in adhesive curing
DELO, a global manufacturer of industrial adhesives for the automotive, consumer electronics, and semiconductor industries, has developed a line lamp for curing adhesives and other multi-functional polymers. DELOLUX 301 offers high curing speeds and great flexibility for integration into production systems. This lamp is suitable for highly automated processes in small and narrow production lines, like…
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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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Versatile and customizable blind rivets
Whether it is about joining sheet metal with sheet metal, sheet metal with plastic, or sheet metal with fiberglass, POP VGrip blind rivet is the ideal solution when it comes to fastening with only one-side access, and is widely applied in the automotive sector, different machine applications, electric vehicles, cooling shelf displays, and many other…
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Schreiner ProTech develops a nameplate-integrated pressure compensation seal
Schreiner ProTech, a global provider of developing and manufacturing services, has developed a nameplate-integrated pressure compensation seal (PCS) solution for actuators produced by Küster Automotive, a prominent auto parts supplier. The new PCS solution is applied to the company’s reliable, often customized actuators — motion-control technology units that convert electrical signals into mechanical motions, or…
