Sadly the former CEO of SPIROL, Hans H. Koehl passed on November 30th, 2023. Born in Stolberg, Germany, Koehl immigrated with his mother, father and two sisters, Gerda and Emmy, to the United States in 1948 and settled in Woodstock, CT. Shortly after starting school in the US, Koehl quickly mastered the English language and…
Knobs made from a sustainable source, making them 100% recyclable
A global standard parts supplier, WDS Components has launched a range of environmentally friendly hand knobs. Ideal for machinery and OEM use, the new hand knobs are made from a sustainable, biological source — and they’re 100% recyclable. The new line-up is also highly durable, making these unique knobs an environmentally friendly substitute for standard…
New resins and adhesives for imprint and optical-grade bonding
Panacol, a manufacturer of industrial, UV, conductive, and medical-related adhesives, will feature new optical-grade resins and adhesives for imprint and optical bonding applications at the SPIE Photonics West exhibition in San Francisco CA, USA from January 30th to 1 February 1st, 2024 (Booth 4342). These new adhesives can be used in several applications, including in…
Great Lakes acquires Frontier Fastener
Great Lakes Fasteners Group has acquired Frontier Fastener of Buffalo, NY, to continue its rapid growth plans serving manufacturers and other customers throughout the Northeast. Frontier Fastener has been a Western New York fastener provider for more than 50 years, serving a wide variety of customers across many segments. Frontier specializes in special fasteners designed…
Rotor Clip opens new logistics distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas
In a significant move forward, Rotor Clip has recently expanded its operation by establishing a brand-new logistics distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas to accommodate customers in a more centralized location. Located near key global carriers and transportation distribution hubs, this newly established logistics hub allows the company to serve its customers both in the…
SC Fastening recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in Northeast Ohio
SC Fastening Systems, an industrial and construction supply distributor, has been selected as one of the Weatherhead 100 fastest-growing companies in Northeast Ohio. For over three decades, the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University has been identifying and honoring the region’s fastest-growing companies through the Weatherhead 100 awards. This distinguished accolade not…
Using hot melts for automated packaging in e-commerce is saving materials and costs
With its Technomelt E-COM portfolio for e-commerce packaging, Henkel Adhesive Technologies now offers hot-melt adhesive solutions for right-sized cartons and envelopes. This significantly increases the productivity of on-demand packaging technologies. Automated, right-sized packaging captures the size of the products to be packaged and then precisely matches the shipping cartons and envelopes to them. By eliminating…
These drill bits strike and pull through nail-embedded wood at a rapid speed
Crescent Tools‘ new Wood Drilling program offers a full line of drilling products designed for speed, precision, and durability on the job site. Made with the user in mind, it features a range of wood drill bits — including multiple sizes and lengths in high-speed spade and auger bits, flat spade bits, solid and ship augers,…
New retaining magnets for universal fastening and closing
Magnets are clever, universal solutions for fastening, closing, and providing temporary connections. JW Winco, the standard parts specialist, has expanded its magnet line to support more applications with new materials, shapes, systems, and raw magnets. JW Winco’s new retaining magnet, GN 50.8, has a tight stainless steel housing surrounding the powerful Samarium-Cobalt (SmCo) magnet, making…
The net-zero chemicals industry initiative relaunches as the GIC
To drive the global chemical industry — including for adhesives and sealants — on a path to net-zero emissions by 2050, the Low-Carbon Emitting Technologies (LCET) initiative has officially launched as the independent Global Impact Coalition (GIC). The GIC was initially incubated at the World Economic Forum and is now a Swiss-based venture (formed by BASF,…