GEARWRENCH has expanded its Bolt Biter family product line, adding the latest product in fastener extraction: the Bolt Biter Wrench Inserts. Designed with professionals in mind, users who have long needed a tool to access rounded, rusted bolts in tight, confined spaces can now do so with up to 70% more access using the Bolt…
ZAGO Manufacturing expands to new European markets
ZAGO Manufacturing, a global manufacturer of high-tech sealing fasteners and switch boots, announced the launch of two new websites catering to the Italian and German markets. By launching dedicated websites in Italian and German, ZAGO aims to enhance accessibility and engagement for customers who prefer to interact with the company in their native languages. “As…
Alphi Capital partners with K2 Fasteners
Alphi Capital, a lower middle-market private equity firm based in Ontario, Canada announced a new partnership with K2 Fasteners. K2 is a national master distributor of stainless steel and other corrosion-resistant fasteners. The company provides customers throughout North America with access to a large variety of stainless steel fasteners, alloy steel fasteners, and other corrosion-resistant hardware…
Fastenal to offer LPC’s industrial laser solutions
Laser Photonics Corporation (LPC), a global industrial developer of CleanTech laser cleaning systems and other material applications, has entered into a distribution agreement with the Fastenal Company, the largest fastener distributor in North America. LPC will gain access to Fastenal’s global distribution network, which includes a closely aligned supplier network, reliable sourcing, quality, and manufacturing resources, and multiple…
ARaymond’s Carole Neyrinck talks equality and sustainability in business
“Invest in Women; Accelerate Progress” is the 2024 International Women’s Day theme. Celebrated annually on March 8th, International Women’s Day serves as a global focal point in the women’s rights movement. This year’s theme represents the importance of equality as companies shift toward a more balanced and sustainable economic approach. One woman who is familiar…
Quartz laser welding technology benefiting the aerospace industry
Fonon Corporation, a multi-market holding company, R&D center, equipment designer, and manufacturer of advanced laser material processing systems for subtractive and additive manufacturing, highlights applications for its Quartz Laser Welding Technology (QLWT) in the aerospace industry. Fonon’s QLWT manufactures structural optical parts, fiber optics, and more for aerospace. Using this laser technology during manufacturing enables…
Endries acquires Ace Bolt & Screw
Family-owned fastener distributor, Endries International, announced the acquisition of Ace Bolt & Screw Co. This acquisition signifies a major milestone, combining the strengths and expertise of customer-centric businesses. Ace customers can expect the continuation of exceptional service, now with the added benefits of expanded product accessibility and enhanced offerings through the synergies of the combined…
New pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes ideal for the appliance industry
Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has introduced a new portfolio of pressure-sensitive-adhesive (PSA) tape solutions for the appliance industry. The portfolio features a range of tapes engineered to further ease of use and assembly, enhance product durability and improve noise/vibration/harshness (NVH) damping qualities for commercial and residential appliances. With the addition of these products, users now…
What are projection weld pins and when should you use them?
~ Article courtesy of Advance Components Several benefits are associated with the use of projection weld pins for secure welding projects. These pins are specifically designed for use in projection welding processes, which is a type of resistance welding technique used to join metal parts by applying pressure and electrical current. It’s commonly used in…
PPG adds two new adhesives to its aerospace product portfolio
PPG has added two adhesives to its aerospace portfolio. PPG PR-2940 is an epoxy syntactic paste adhesive (ESPA) for bonding the internal structures of an aircraft. PPG PR-2936 is an adhesive that incorporates the properties of a shim and sealant for attaching the outer skin of an aircraft to the internal structures. “We are excited…