LindFast Solutions Group, a master distributor of specialty fasteners, announced that it has completed the purchase of Solution Industries. “As you already know, Solution Industries is a great company that has decades of experience in fasteners and has the same relentless focus on meeting the customers’ needs that we do at LindFast,” said CEO, Bill…
CAMO EDGEXMETAL Clips win 2021 Pro Tool innovation award
CAMO EDGEXMETAL Clips, part of the CAMO family of innovative products to help build a better deck, has won the 2021 Pro Tool Innovation Award (PTIA) in the Hidden Fastener category. Recognizing the most innovative construction products available, the awards are judged by a panel of general contractors, electricians, carpenters, and media professionals. The 2021…
Why is fastener training so important?
The significance of choosing the right assembly method might not become obvious until an application fails, and the fasteners are to blame. Granted, it’s one thing if a few books fall off of loose shelving. But when it’s a vehicle with loose tire lug nuts or a pressurized bolted flange joint assembly that begins to…
LEAP Awards winners to be announced October 14th
The awards ceremony for 2021’s record-setting LEAP (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) Awards is almost here! You undoubtedly see new products released all the time. But which ones are really game changing, the kinds of technologies that will make your job as an design engineer easier? The ones that will help take your products to the…
Full Tilt using ARaymond’s PowAR Cinch and Wedge clips in upcoming solar projects
ARaymond, global expert in plastic and metal assembly solutions, is partnering with Full Tilt by BCI, incorporating ARaymond’s PowAR Cinch and PowAR Wedge clips into new solar projects. Full Tilt launched its turnkey, fixed-tilt racking system in April 2021. “The PowAR Cinch is a great product with a proven ability to reduce installation time,” said…
Understanding nanosilica-filled adhesive systems
According to Master Bond, a manufacturer of epoxy adhesives, sealants, coatings, and encapsulation compounds, nanosilica-filled adhesive systems offer excellent physical strength properties, abrasion-resistance, and dimensional stability. A UV-curable system, these compounds meet NASA low-outgassing specifications. They also offer a dual-cure adhesive that cures upon exposure to both UV light and heat. They are a two-part…
What are tamper-proof seal screws and when should you use them?
Written by Kim Keating, Director of Customer Success ZAGO Manufacturing Co. Security or tamper-proof seal screws are vital for securing indoor and outdoor high-asset machinery and the sophisticated components within them, such as 3D cameras and sensors. These specialty seal screws prevent contaminants from leaking in or out of equipment. They also contain a locking…
Global chemical anchors market to hit $1.2 billion by 2028
The global chemical anchors market size is expected to reach U.S.$1.20 billion by 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2020 to 2028. This is according to a new report, Global Chemical Anchors Market 2020-2028, from ResearchAndMarkets. The rising demand for chemical anchors across industrial and infrastructure projects is primarily owing to their superior performance…
Meridian Adhesives Group acquires Prime Blend
Meridian Adhesives Group recently added a 14th company to the group’s portfolio, with the acquisition of Prime Blend, LLC. Prime Blend is a manufacturer and formulator of water-based and hot melt adhesives and coatings. The company primarily serves the food and beverage packaging, paper/film and foil converting, and furniture markets. “The addition of Prime Blend…
Trex offers award-winning, universal deck-installation fastener tool
Adding to its list of product innovation credits, Trex was recently honored with a 2021 Golden Hammer Award by Hardware + Building Supply (HBS) Dealer for the recently released Trex Universal Fastener Installation Tool. The new Universal Fastener Installation Tool cuts installation time in half by allowing the installer to properly activate hidden fasteners in one…