Ramco Specialties, Inc., a provider and producer of critical components, recently announced that it has invested in new part formers in Ohio, which will allow the company to begin producing cold-formed pipe nuts. Pipe nuts are important parts of automotive construction, particularly in engine cradles, frames, rails and chassis. The new cold-formed pipe nuts will be available with…
Milwaukee Tool opens new technology office in Chicago
Milwaukee Tool announced the opening of Milwaukee Tool – Chicago. Located in the heart of the Windy City, the location will serve as an Engineering Design and Innovation space to accommodate the company’s continued investments into new technology. Milwaukee Tool fosters a culture of disruptive innovation that has led them to pioneer numerous new technologies…
Global adhesives and sealants market expected to hit $85.8 billion by 2026
The adhesives and sealants market is projected to grow from U.S. $71.4 billion in 2021 to $85.8 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 3.7% between 2021 and 2026. This is according to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets. The major drivers for the growth are increased demand for adhesives in the medical industry, increasing demand…
How can ultrasonic welding reduce your carbon footprint?
Written by Patrick O’Sullivan, Product Specialist Branson Welding and Assembly at Emerson ~ All images courtesy of Emerson When it comes to fastening, joining, and assembling plastic materials, heat sealing has been a commonly accepted joining technique since the 1950s. It’s a fast, efficient process that’s still used extensively today. However, as companies are under…
LP Building Solutions launches innovative sub-flooring adhesive
LP Building Solutions (LP), a manufacturer of high-performance building products, announced the launch of LP Legacy Premium Sub-Flooring Adhesive, available in the U.S. and Canada. This latest offering from LP is an innovative solution designed for easier sub-flooring installation and premium adhesive strength. LP Legacy Premium Sub-Flooring Adhesive is a construction sub-flooring adhesive that creates tight…
ZAGO Manufacturing adds to its marketing team
ZAGO Manufacturing recently announced that Ryan Anderson has joined the company as Marketing & Communications Specialist. In his new position, Anderson will promote the ZAGO portfolio of sealing fasteners and components to distributors, engineers, and onsite equipment manufacturers accelerating innovation worldwide. He also will implement ZAGO’s social impact and community initiatives. “ZAGO felt like home…
Bosch offers new rotary hammer for tough surfaces with dust-collection attachment
Bosch Power Tools, a global provider of power tools and related accessories, recently added to its collection of rotary hammer technology. It launched a dynamic product duo with the GBH18V-28DC 18V Brushless Connected-Ready SDS-plus Bulldog 1-1/8-inch Rotary Hammer and GDE28D SDS-plus Dust-Collection Attachment. With superior impact energy, drilling precision, and a convenient built-in dust extractor…
Henkel Adhesive Technologies invests in sustainable packaging innovation fund
Henkel Adhesive Technologies is investing in a new packaging fund launched by Emerald Technology Ventures, a venture capital firm. Henkel is a global provider of adhesives in a broad variety of packaging and paper applications across industries. Emerald has longstanding experience in industrial technology and advanced materials, well-established role linking conglomerates with startups, and track-record…
The importance of testing concrete anchors
Written by James J. Hahn, Product Manager US Anchor Division • Brighton-Best International The damage from earthquakes, hurricanes, flooding, and wind forces to various structures has led to increasingly stringent building codes to ensure safety. There’s a process to identify weaknesses in structures and attachments after these events occur to assess their ability to meet established…
DEWALT expands its ToughSystem 2.0 storage line
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand with total job-site solutions, has expanded its ToughSystem 2.0 Storage line, which offers improved durability and modularity. Joining the lineup are tool bags in 11- and 22-in sizes, an organizer that’s made in the USA with global materials, as well as a two-drawer unit. These storage solutions provide…