With its first in-person event taking place after two years, Fastener Fair USA is set for success as it opens the doors this week and reunites the fastener industry in Cleveland, Ohio. The exhibitor doors open today at the Huntington Convention Center. The Fair is the only local exhibition dedicated to the full supply chain…
How to ensure a successful fastener supply chain?
Written by Caia Baker VP of Procurement Fasteners Direct Whether it’s a buyer of copious quantities of fasteners for ongoing projects or a one-time consumer assembling a work-from-home desk, it’s important to recognize the value of a buyer and supplier interaction within the supply chain. Treating this exchange as a relationship — and a potential…
United Performance Metals launches new corporate website
Specialty metals solutions center, United Performance Metals (UPM), has launched a new, fully redesigned website showcasing its extensive line of high-performance metals, value-added FIRSTCUT+ processing services, unique OEM approvals, custom supply-chain solutions, and online customer portal. “What sets our company apart from others are the customer-focused material solutions we offer,” said Curt Gillingham, director of…
GMS to acquire AMES Taping Tools
GMS Inc., a North American specialty distributor of building products, recently announced that it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AMES Taping Tools Holding LLC. AMES is a provider of automatic taping and finishing (ATF) tools and related products, with the aim of increasing work production. AMES provides a distinctive complement to GMS’s current…
Epoxy adhesives market size worth $10.5 billion by 2028
The global epoxy adhesives market size is expected to reach U.S. $10.5 billion by 2028, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., an India & U.S. based market research and consulting company The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2021 to 2028. An increase in investments in the automotive and electric vehicles (EVs),…
Ramco invests in new part formers to extend its production capabilities
Ramco Specialties, Inc., a provider and producer of critical components, recently announced that it has invested in two new, six-station part formers — with diameter capabilities of 48 and 30mm. The six-station, 48mm part former is equipped with a forging load of 1,000 tons, with a two kick-out stroke that produces parts up to…
Henkel launches virtual series of STEM education lessons for kids
Henkel, a chemical and consumer goods manufacturer, is launching a limited virtual series of STEM education lessons for kids, launching on November 8th, in commemoration of National STEM Day. The three-part online series includes topics on the process and importance of the three R’s – Reduce, Reuse and Recycle, exploring the natural world of adhesives,…
Artemis acquires R.M. Lucas., manufacturer of roofing sealants and adhesives
Artemis Capital Partners, a Boston-based private equity firm focused exclusively on partnering with differentiated industrial tech manufacturers, recently announced the successful acquisition of R.M. Lucas, Inc., a manufacturer of coatings, sealants, and adhesives for roof repair and restoration. This partnership represents another milestone within Artemis’ history of Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials ownership. Founded in…
Frontenac acquires EFC International
Private-equity firm, Frontenac, announced that it has acquired EFC International, a value-added distributor of highly engineered fasteners. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. EFC operates globally and provides solutions such as engineering support, sales and marketing, distribution, and high-touch service to customers in the automotive, industrial, and other technical end markets. The…
What are the best practices for tool and equipment preventive maintenance?
Written by Deanna Postlethwaite, Sr. Director Program Management STANLEY Industrial Reducing or eliminating the risk of unplanned downtime, manufacturing interruptions, and missing repair stock is an issue every manufacturing company focuses on. One effective way to achieve best practices is to focus on implementing a service preventive maintenance (PM) program to maximize manufacturing time and extend…