Written by Kim Keating, Director of Customer Success ZAGO Manufacturing Co. An O-ring is a circular-shaped seal or gasket that’s made from an assortment of materials depending upon the application and the environment it will be used in. Sometimes called a packing or toric joint (because of its shape), it’s used to seal two working…
Milwaukee Tool adds to its BOLT protection system
Milwaukee Tool has expanded its BOLT head protection and accessories system. BOLT is the first system that allows users to secure accessories to hard hats or safety helmets for a complete head protection solution. BOLT Earmuffs, the latest addition, are designed to be adjustable and provide comfort while reducing harmful noises on the job site.…
Blue Ribbon Fastener opens Colorado warehouse
Blue Ribbon Fastener, a full-service distributor of fasteners and other Class-C components, announced the opening of a new warehouse in Dacono, Colorado. The company has been distributing fasteners and hardware to North American OEMs since 1985. It plans to use the 10,000-square-foot space to better serve customers located in the Western U.S. “As demand for…
AFC Industries acquires Motor City Industrial
AFC Industries has acquired Hazel Park, Michigan-based Motor City Industrial. AFC is a full-service industrial distributor offering VMI services, kitting, light assembly, private labeling, and more. As a provider of customized product and inventory-management solutions for a wide range of markets, Motor City is an ideal fit. For more than 50 years, Motor City and…
DEWALT to debut new concrete anchoring epoxy
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand will debut several new products supporting the concrete and construction industries at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas, January 17th to 19th. DEWALT offers concrete professionals a complete line of tools, accessories, anchors, and technology to empower the pros with end-to-end solutions. The DEWALT booth will be…
Bosch Tools names new president and CEO of North America
The Robert Bosch Tool Corporation has named Robert Hesse as president and CEO of North America. In this position, he will be responsible for the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation portfolio of businesses in North America, which includes Bosch Power Tools and Accessories, Measuring Tools, Dremel Rotary Tools, and RotoZip Brands. Hesse will also serve in this…
Schreiner ProTech offers world’s first line of printable pressure compensation seals
Schreiner ProTech, a global manufacturer of innovative functional labels with value-added benefits for the automotive and engineering-based industries, has seen significant growth for a special series of pressure compensation seal (PCS) solutions. Thanks in part to the rapidly expanding electric vehicles sector, the company has seen a 32% year-over-year sales uptick for its PCS HighProtect…
RB&W Manufacturing launches new app with CRM integration
GR Technology, Inc. (GRT) and RB&W Manufacturing — one of the largest producers of cold-formed and manufactured fastener parts in the U.S. — announced the launch of the GR8T Quote Express App with CRM Integration, a user-friendly and fully integrated sales quoting system that integrates with their Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and CRM through APIs.…
SI Group releases ESG sustainability report
SI Group, a global performance additives company, has released its inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. The report demonstrates SI Group’s commitment to sustainability and defines its future targets as it elevates efforts to improve its social responsibility. This is SI Group’s first ESG report and serves to illustrate its ongoing work and performance…
Optimas Solutions opens Center of Excellence
Optimas Solutions, a global, industrial manufacturer, distributor and service provider, opened a new Center of Excellence in its Monterrey, Mexico headquarters. The Center of Excellence is geared toward increasing our level of service with supply chain, transportation, quality, continuous improvement, and other customer service needs. The goal is to increase the level of service to…