Dymax Corporation, a manufacturer of rapid curing materials and equipment, recently announced PVA as a new distributor of Dymax materials for North America. This agreement involves the distribution of Dymax innovative adhesives, maskants, and conformal coatings. PVA is a global supplier of automated dispensing and coating systems with nine locations throughout North America. PVA automated systems are commonly used to apply…
MW Industries adds to its spring-manufacturing capabilities with new acquisition
MW Industries, a provider of precision components, recently announced the acquisition of Fox Valley Spring Company, LLC, a principal supplier of springs, wire forms, and flat springs. The acquisition of Fox Valley Spring Company closed on October 29, 2021 and expands MW Industries’ existing automation and manufacturing capabilities for springs and wire forms. The combined companies will offer extensive expertise in complex precision spring manufacturing for a variety of spring types, including extension springs, torsion…
The road to becoming a global, master fastener distributor
More than a decade ago, two gentlemen shared a cab to the airport from a U.S. fastener show. Although both attended the same event, it was their first time meeting — a random encounter that would lead to what Brighton-Best International (BBI), a master fastener distributor, is today. One of the men was Robert Shieh,…
Adhesive and Sealant Council re-elects board and changes its executive committee
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) has announced the re-election of members to the ASC Board of Directors and changes to its Executive Committee, effective January 1, 2022. Re-elected members of the ASC Board, who serve a three-year term, are: Robert Butera, VP, Research, Development, & Innovation, DAP Products Heather Campe, senior VP, H.B. Fuller…
North America, Europe, and Oceania construction fasteners market to hit $5.72 billion by 2028
The North America, Europe and Oceania building and construction fasteners market size is expected to reach U.S. $5.72 billion by 2028 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 5.0% from 2020 to 2028. This is according to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets. The rise in the development of residential and commercial building structures across…
Hexion to sell its epoxy businesses to Westlake Chemical
Hexion Holdings Corporation announced that, as a result of its ongoing strategic review, it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its epoxy-based coatings and composite businesses to Westlake Chemical Corporation. The sale is for approximately $1.2 billion. Hexion’s epoxy business includes epoxy specialty resins, base epoxy resins, and intermediates product lines. It generated…
White Cap named top fundraising team in Atlanta
White Cap Supply Holdings was recently named the top fundraising team in Atlanta and the number two multi-market team in the U.S. for its support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Finding cures. Saving children. The company serves as a one-stop shop providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, as well as building…
Rivit releases new RIV300, designed for cartridge rivets
Rivit, a company with 45 years of experience in the distribution of fastening systems, tools, and relate equipment, has released the new, RIV300, ideal for quick, light fastening. The new hydro-pneumatic tool RIV300, featuring a built-in booster, was specifically designed for the application of cartridge rivets. It offers Speedriv, in cartridge, which can hold 24…
ND Industries offers high-quality, pre-applied fastener processing
ND Industries is a fastener manufacturer and a fully integrated company. This means that it makes the materials, builds the application equipment, and handles all aspects of operations — from formulating custom chemical compositions and coating fasteners to providing advanced in-line inspection, packaging, and delivery services. ND also offers fasteners with pre-applied adhesives, sealants, or…
When does an application warrant the use of a bolt instead of a screw?
Screws and bolts are the most commonly used mechanical fasteners. Although similar, and sometimes referred to interchangeably, screws and bolts offer unique features and are ideal for different applications. A screw is an externally threaded fastener, typically used to assemble objects with threads. A bolt, on the other hand, is used to assemble to unthreaded…