APPLIED Adhesives, a premier adhesive solutions provider in North America, announced that it has completed its acquisition of In-Line Finishing Solutions, LLC. In-Line is a specialty adhesive and coating solutions provider to the direct mail and label converting markets located in Chicago, IL. The company also offers state-of-the-art adhesive and coating systems. “In-Line Finishing Systems’…
Hand-tool market to surpass $31,884 million by 2030
According to the latest market research study published by P&S Intelligence, the size of the hand-tool market was over $21,854 million in 2021, and it will reach above $31,884 million by 2030 — advancing at a growth rate of more than 4% in the near future. The strongest factor credited for this growth is the booming construction, automotive, aerospace, shipbuilding,…
Fastener Training Institute announces new board president and members
The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), the non-profit provider of fastener training opportunities, announced the appointment of a new board president and members. FTI appointed Chris McCaffrey, Business Development Manager, Atlanta Rod and Manufacturing, as president of the board. McCaffrey has served on the FTI Board since 2018 as a director and vice president. He has…
Jowat hot-melt adhesive first to be certified by the USDA Bio-Preferred Program
Jowat Corporation recently announced that its new GROW series of sustainable packaging adhesives have earned the USDA Certified Biobased Product label. The packaging adhesive — developed specifically for the North American market — is the first and only hot-melt adhesive in the U.S. to attain this certification from the USDA BioPreferred Program. “We applaud Jowat…
DEWALT launches new 20V brushless, magnetic drill press
There’s a new tool to tackle challenging metal drilling jobs: DEWALT‘s 20V MAX* Brushless Cordless 2″ Magnetic Drill Press, featuring FLEXVOLT ADVANTAGE technology (DCD1623). The drill is up to 32% more powerful with cutting speeds up to 50% faster compared to the competition. Built to help prevent tool failure due to lost power, it securely…
How SmartCert is digitalizing the fastener supply chain
Most would agree that paperwork is a necessary nuisance for any business and the fastener industry is no different. Quality assurance means certifications and technical documentation are essential, particularly for critical parts in critical assemblies. “In the fastener industry, there are several required documentation that vary from the supply chain for raw materials to OEM…
New low-viscosity biocompatible epoxy offers optical clarity
Master Bond EP4CL-80Med is a one-part, optically clear epoxy developed for use in medical device assembly applications. It withstands repeated sterilization cycles and passes ISO 10993-5 testing for non-cytotoxicity. As a one-part, non-premixed and frozen system, it contains no solvents and has an “unlimited” working life at room temperature. Suitable for bonding, sealing, impregnating, and…
FTI’s Fastener Training Week set for Los Angeles this November
The Fastener Training Institute (FTI) announced its next Fastener Training Week in-person training class is scheduled for November 14-18 in Los Angeles, California. This advanced technical training program is offered in partnership with the Industrial Fasteners Institute (IFI) and is for fastener distributors, manufacturers and end-users. Fastener Training Week, sponsored by FTI’s Education Program Sponsor,…
Milwaukee Tool launches SDS Plus Rotary Hammer with ONE-KEY digital platform
Designed to provide professionals with a faster and lighter alternative to compact SDS Max Rotary Hammers, Milwaukee Tool‘s new SDS Plus Rotary Hammer features AUTOSTOP Kickback Control and floor-to-ceiling dust management w/ ONE-KEY. The M18 FUEL 1-1/4″ SDS Plus D-Handle Rotary Hammer w/ ONE-KEY delivers 30% faster drilling of 3/4″ holes and weighs up to six pounds…
Copper State Bolt & Nut Co. expands in Arizona
Phoenix-based, family-owned-and-operated Copper State Bolt & Nut Co. is expanding its 50-year Valley presence with a new Class A distribution center in the award-winning PV 303 industrial park in Goodyear, Arizona. Being built by leading local general contractor Stevens-Leinweber Construction (SLC), the project was prompted by the growth of Phoenix’s far West Valley, where Copper State customers…