International industrial fastener and electronic hardware provider, Tower Fasteners, recently achieved AS9100 Rev. D quality certification — a current standard benefiting the aviation, space, and defense industries. AS9100 assures production meets quality requirements of the Department of Defense (DOD), NASA, and the FAA. “AS9100 will open up new opportunities for Tower to grow our business…
Toyota announces nano-laminated alloy partnership for energy sector
Today at the International Fastener Expo, Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. (TAI) and Modumetal, Inc. announced an agreement of an non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the establishment of a joint venture to deploy Modumetal’s patented nano-laminated alloy product, NanoGalv globally for industrial fastener and bolting applications. Final legal documentation is expected to be completed in…
New Bordo E-Z Chamfer creates ideal chamfer on ferrous and non-ferrous metals
Crossroad Distributor Source announced the launch of the Bordo E-Z Chamfer, an innovative tool used to create an ideal chamfer on ferrous and non-ferrous metals — including hardened steels, timber, fiberglass, and plastics. E-Z Chamfer efficiently removes burrs and ridges from bolts, pipe, threaded rod, bar, and dowels. It is suitable for use on metals,…
Hilco to auction two fastener manufacturing facilities in Illinois
Hilco Industrial says it will conduct a two-day, live onsite and webcast auction on October 16 and 17. The auction is for two complete, high-production fastener manufacturing facilities from Acme Companies in Cherry Valley and Wheaton, Illinois. Founded in 1948, Acme Companies is a family-owned and operated company that produces a wide variety of screws, bolts, and…
Which adhesives are biocompatible?
By Julie Miller Exceptional care is taken in choosing biocompatible adhesives — a category of adhesive products that are considered safe to use on or within the human body. These specialty adhesives are biologically inert, which means they produce no toxic response or interaction when in contact with human tissue or bodily fluids. Biocompatible adhesives…
Mark your calendars: 62nd annual European adhesives conference this October
The European Adhesive Tape Association (Afera) announced the launch of its 62nd Annual Conference at the Pestana Palace Hotel in Lisbon on October 9 to 11, 2019. Themed “Making the Tape Business Future-Proof,” the event will cover the industry workforce, related business models, supply chains, sales channels, technology, product development, and the application process. Conference…
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