Fastenal Company recently announced a multi-year, global partership with the National Hockey League (NHL). Fastenal, the largest fastener distributor in North America, will be the official Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) partner of the NHL through the 2023-24 season. This partnership is focused on creating an efficient and reliable MRO supply chain for ice rinks…
ND Industries’ Thermoloc processed parts save weight and costs
ND Industries‘ line of Thermoloc pre-applied processes were developed as chemical alternatives to all metal locking features. ND is a developer and manufacturer of pre-applied fastener thread locking, sealing, masking, and assembly products since 1955. When compared, Thermoloc processed parts are more economical in terms of costs and weight. They prevent loosening due to the…
A replaceable drill tip that saves tooling costs and process steps
Drilling flat-bottom holes is a challenge. So is drilling on inclined or curved surfaces, or drilling into cross holes, stacked plates, castings, and other rough surfaces. Not anymore. Leveraging the success of its KenTIP FS modular drill, Kennametal has developed a unique insert geometry (FEG) that streamlines many of these types of applications and simplifies…
Save production time with MIDACO’s industrial vacuums
To maintain productivity, efficiency is essential in any manufacturing facility — including for fasteners and machined components. Time spent cleaning or maintaining such machines and tools cuts into production time. In fact, the average time needed for an operator to empty, clean, and reintegrate the coolant inside a machining center is about four hours. Using…
Earnest Machine earns NorthCoast 99 Honors
For the eighth time, Earnest Machine Products has earned “NorthCoast 99” honors as a great place to work in Northeast Ohio. NorthCoast 99 is an annual recognition program and event in its 22nd year that honors 99 great Northeast Ohio workplaces for top talent. “Creating a great work environment for employees is not just about…
The Fastener Training Institute announces September webinars
The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit organization that provides all levels of product and technical training for the fastener industry, is partnering with the top organizations in the industry to offer two educational webinars this September. 1. Fastener Finishes & K-Factor Determination In partnership with the Fastener Education Foundation (FEF) Friday, September 18 11…
Attica Automation offers portable MiniScope Inspection System
Attica Automation offers a unique approach to material handling, inspection, and custom optics. One example is the company’s specially designed MiniScope Inspection System, which provides quick and portable inspection of a wide variety of parts. Ideal for fasteners and machined components, the MiniScope offers the full range of inspection tools to carefully and accurately verify…
Hack the Crisis: Rethinking business strategies with Optimas Solutions
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many businesses will need to incorporate updated strategies to remain operational. Optimas Solutions, a global industrial distributor and service provider, has already done just that — it’s developed a renewed approach to manufacturing, supply chain services, and e-commerce. Optimas is a tech-enabled industrial manufacturer and distributor that delivers fasteners, inventory…
Field Fastener makes Inc. 5000 list yet again
Inc. magazine revealed that Field Fastener is No. 4,689 on its annual Inc. 5000 list — the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. Field has made the Inc 5000 list in eight of the last 10 years, which is extremely rare. In the history of the Inc.5000 list, only one percent of…
The Business Edge software is specifically designed for fastener companies
Fastener and industrial supply customers are always looking for efficient methods to save time, communicate effectively, and ensure accuracy. To this end, Computer Insights‘ The Business Edge (TBE) software can handle all of the transactions that a company requires. In fact, TBE was specifically designed for the fastener industry. The advanced software is capable of…