Aircraft Component Repair, Inc. (ACR) announced that Dennis Suedkamp has joined the company as its new chief executive officer. For more than 30 years, ACR has been a globally respected provider of component overhaul services to the top airlines and their suppliers. Suedkamp comes with more than 20 years of experience in aerospace, most recently…
Eastman completes sale of its adhesives resins business
Eastman Chemical Company, a global specialty materials company, announced that it and certain of its subsidiaries have completed the sale of its adhesives resins business to Synthomer plc. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment…
Festool releases next-generation, cordless hammer drill
Festool, a manufacturer of precision-engineered power tool solutions, has added to its QUADRIVE family with the new QUADRIVE TPC 18/4 Cordless Hammer Drill. Powerful and versatile with four gears to address nearly any application, the QUADRIVE TPC 18/4 Cordless Hammer Drill is ready for wood, metal, masonry and more. Its multi-functional, 18-volt hammer drill and the…
GEARWRENCH launches VIP racing sweepstakes
GEARWRENCH, a global professional-grade hand tool brand for pros and mechanics, is launching a contest giving fans a chance to win a VIP GEARWRENCH racing experience at one of three events with either the NASCAR Cup Series, the NHRA Finals, or Formula Drift. “It will be a trip they’ll never forget,” said Janet Bolin, senior brand…
Industrial fasteners market to hit $87.3 billion by 2026
The global market for industrial fasteners estimated at U.S.$69.7 billion in the year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$87.3 billion by the year 2026 — growing at a CAGR of 4.2% over the analysis period. This is according to a new study by Global Industry Analysts Inc., a premier market research company Metal…
NextFlex offers $17+ million in funding for flexible hybrid electronic innovations
NextFlex, America’s flexible hybrid electronics (FHE) manufacturing Institute, has announced $17 million in funding (including $8.7M in cost-share contribution from participants) for 18 new projects as part of its Project Call 6.0. The aim is to further promote FHE development and adoption throughout the U.S. advanced manufacturing sector. Project Call 6.0’s awarded projects represent a…
New one-step fastener tool and moisture-barrier tapes for deck boards
More than a decade ago, Trex — currently the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing — expanded its Hideaway Hidden Fastening System with the introduction of the Universal Fastener, which can be used with most major competitive deck boards. This product was designed in conjunction with contractor feedback to deliver a fast and easy installation…
Vertellus to present portfolio of medical adhesives at MD&M West
Vertellus, a global supplier of high-performance solutions, will be showcasing several of its adhesives and sealant solutions for medical devices at MD&M West in Anaheim, California. The event takes place April 12-14 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Vertellus will be located at Booth 1289, displaying its range of Citroflex B6 phthalate-free plasticizers, Biothane adhesives and sealants,…
DESTACO releases new front-mount-base, manual clamp models
DESTACO, which offers a broad range of engineered products, announced that it is expanding the range of its horizontal and vertical toggle-lock manual clamp product line with the introduction of a front-mount-base model. The compact, space-saving, front-mount-base is designed to offer users additional flexibility in their workholding applications. “The clamp’s vertical foot provides for higher…
Matrix Adhesives Group acquires Lohnpack Contract Filling
Matrix Adhesives Group, a North American adhesive and sealant manufacturing and packaging platform, has officially acquired Lohnpack Contract Filling — a niche provider of unique packaging and filling capabilities located in Hamilton, NJ. This acquisition broadens Matrix’s capabilities while strengthening its commitment to customers to provide a broad suite of formulating, compounding, manufacturing, and packaging…