Written by Jonathan Coulter, Commercial Product Manager Southco, Inc. Compression latches and other touch-point solutions are often overlooked by end consumers, but these products play a vital role in the application as a whole. Compression latches have the power to make a significant impact on the performance, ergonomics, and security of an industrial product…

As COVID-19 takes a nasty charge against the U.S., many companies in the manufacturing realm have been forced or encouraged to temporarily close operations. For Epoxy Technology, Inc. (ETI), located in Billerica, Massachusetts, the opposite is true. Employees have rallied to continue production of adhesives and epoxies used on the frontlines of treating COVID-19 patients.…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a registered, non-profit organization that provides all levels of product and technical training for the fastener industry, is continuing to provide ongoing education through online programs and webinars at this time. What’s more: discounts will be provided to support the fastener industry during this global COVID-19 pandemic. For example, FTI…

Fastenal, the largest fastener distributor in North America, recently announced that it has purchased certain assets of Apex Industrial Technologies, which provides provides automated point-of-use dispensing and supply chain technologies.. However, the terms of the deal have been kept under wraps. Since 2008, both Fastenal and Apex have worked together in developing more than 105,000…

Given the current global health challenges and fight against COVID-19, the team here at Fastener Engineering is interested in how companies are coping, what precautions they’re taking, and any potential tips they may want to share with others. In this audio interview, editor Michelle Froese speaks with John Wachman, managing director, and Jo Morris, director…

Southco has introduced a new product to its industry-recognized line of DZUS Quarter-Turn Fasteners, which enables end users to easily fasten and unfasten with a quick, quarter-turn motion in limited-space applications. The DZUS D9-52 Tech Line Quarter-Turn Fastener features a reduced head diameter, allowing it to be installed in tight spaces and easily accessed via…

Rotor Clip Company Inc. announced that it is giving its full support to customers that produce medical components or equipment needed to treat or halt the spread of COVID-19. Rotor Clip is dedicating time and resources from engineering, supply chain, production, QA, and logistics to expedite its parts to customers producing much needed medical equipment…

Vulcan Spring and Manufacturing Co., a designer and manufacturer of flat steel springs and related assemblies for diverse global markets, announces the appointment of Paul Jarossy to the position of vice president of sales & marketing. Jarossy rejoins Vulcan, having previously held the role of director of sales & marketing from 2010 – 2012. In…

Women in the Fastener Industry (WIFI) recently announced two new ways to connect with fellow WIFI members during these challenging times. The non-profit organization serves by providing opportunities, education, and mentorship for women in the fastener industry. The first opportunity is an invitation, to those women who work in the fastener sector, to join WIFI’s…

Orbitform, a U.S. provider of standard and custom forming, fastening, and riveting products and processes, says it is working hard to provide ever-growing results and security of its employees, customers, and vendors. With concerns related to COVID-19, the manufacturer is taking diligent precautions to ensure safe working environments and to deliver safe results. “Led by…