Brighton-Best International (BBI), a master fastener distributor, is hosting an educational webinar about “Wedge Anchors” on January 17th, 2024 at 11 a.m. PST | 2 p.m. EST. Join Bill King, BBI’s technical sales manager, who will provide a blueprint of wedge anchor knowledge related to the concrete and masonry sectors. Topics covered will include: Certifications…
10 notable fastener innovations from 2023
“The global industrial fasteners market is on a positive growth trajectory, driven by key sectors like manufacturing, construction, and automotive.” This is according to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets.com. In fact, the global fasteners market is expected to hit $124.9 billion by 2030. And good news, this growth trend begins in 2024. Although supply chains…
Nord-Lock earns “Supplier of the Year” award
Nord-Lock Group, a global provider of bolted solutions, was recently recognized at Fastenal’s 2023 Supplier Awards, earning the “Supplier of the Year” award. Nord-Lock wedge-locking washers are a well-known and reliable choice for manufacturers looking for a safe and secure bolting solution. The company is also dedicated to maintaining and streamlining productive, reciprocal collaborations with…
Rotor Clip opens new logistics distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas
In a significant move forward, Rotor Clip has recently expanded its operation by establishing a brand-new logistics distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas to accommodate customers in a more centralized location. Located near key global carriers and transportation distribution hubs, this newly established logistics hub allows the company to serve its customers both in the…
SC Fastening recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in Northeast Ohio
SC Fastening Systems, an industrial and construction supply distributor, has been selected as one of the Weatherhead 100 fastest-growing companies in Northeast Ohio. For over three decades, the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University has been identifying and honoring the region’s fastest-growing companies through the Weatherhead 100 awards. This distinguished accolade not…
New retaining magnets for universal fastening and closing
Magnets are clever, universal solutions for fastening, closing, and providing temporary connections. JW Winco, the standard parts specialist, has expanded its magnet line to support more applications with new materials, shapes, systems, and raw magnets. JW Winco’s new retaining magnet, GN 50.8, has a tight stainless steel housing surrounding the powerful Samarium-Cobalt (SmCo) magnet, making…
SPIROL expands its fastener installation equipment line
SPIROL, a global manufacturer of precision-engineered components for fastening and joining, has expanded its Fastener Installation Equipment line by introducing the new Model CP Pneumatic Compression Limiter Installation Machine. The Model CP can install one compression limiter into one assembly, or simultaneously install multiple limiters into several different assemblies at the same or different heights. The machine…
New cobot ideal for material handling and high-torque screw driving
Universal Robots (UR), a provider of collaborative robots (cobots) used across a wide range of manufacturing industries, has announced that it will expand its leading product portfolio with a new 30 kg payload cobot. UR30 is the second in UR’s new series of innovative, next-generation cobots and is built on the same architecture as the award-winning…
TriMas appoints new GM of its Allfast Fastening Systems business
TriMas has announced the appointment of William “Bill” Carrigan to the position of Allfast Fastening Systems‘ GM, effective December 1st, 2023. He will report directly to Vitaliy Rusakov, recently hired as president of TriMas Aerospace. Allfast Fastening Systems is a global manufacturer of solid and blind rivets, blind bolts, temporary fasteners, and installation tools for…
Huyett fully acquires assets of Big H
Huyett announced that it has officially acquired all the assets and business of Big H Corporation, which has been doing business as PacFas and Mobile Fasteners, in South Houston, Texas. This acquisition marks a significant step in Huyett’s growth strategy as it will now offer 45,000 additional SKUs, many of which are threaded fasteners that…