Makita U.S.A., Inc., a top provider of cordless power tool innovation, announced the launch of four new tools: 18V LXT Sub-Compact Brushless 1/2-inch Hammer Driver-Drill (XPH15) Impact Driver (XDT18) 1/2-inch Driver Drill (XFD15). These new LXT Products offer users compact tools to access tight spaces. Additional features include an all-metal 1/2-inch, self-ratcheting chuck for improved…
GEARWRENCH offers new GSX Tool Storage products
The new GSX Tool Storage products from GEARWRENCH were designed to ensure a safer, more organized workshop. Three new chests are each compatible with one of three new rolling tool cabinets to provide maximum storage capacity that is easy to access. “The last thing we ever want to see are pros shaking their heads in…
The fundamentals of electroplating fasteners
The Fastener Training Institute (FTI) is partnering with the Industrial Fasteners Institute (IFI) to offer a live webinar that covers the fundamentals of plating and coating fasteners. In addition to anyone new to the fastener industry, this virtual learning opportunity will be beneficial to those in product quality, materials, new part launch, technical sales, manufacturing,…
The Adhesive and Sealant Council participates in White House summit
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) participated in a White House summit in July to discuss supply-chain disruptions in the homebuilding industry. The summit included a small group of representatives from builders, lumber companies, retailers, realtors, loggers and labor unions, as well as other companies and organizations — which represent industries vital to homebuilding. Bill Allmond,…
View the infograph: A silver-filled epoxy for bonding and die-attach applications
Master Bond‘s EP3HTS-TC is a unique epoxy that uses a non-sintering silver technology to provide ultra-high, heat-transfer capability. This one-part system does not require mixing and features an array of impressive performance properties ideal for die attach and specialty bonding applications. This infographic, also available here, explains more…
DEWALT expands the capabilities of its TOOL CONNECT System
DEWALT recently announced an advancement to its comprehensive TOOL CONNECT System: the TOOL CONNECT Construction Asset Gateway (DCE081). This Gateway can be deployed to track tool cribs and materials, as well as worksite boxes. It has the ability to automatically audit inventory and provide total job-site visibility in the platform’s Site Manager. TOOL CONNECT offers…
What is the proper way to mix two-part epoxy?
Epoxy resin is an organic compound made up of chains of carbon that are linked to other elements, such as hydrogen, nitrogen, or oxygen. When curing, a chemical reaction causes the epoxy to harden into a durable but flexible material that can be used in a variety of applications. This includes for molded products, metal…
Milwaukee adds to its expansion tool lineup
Milwaukee Tool‘s new M18 FUEL 2″ ProPEX Expander promises breakthroughs in productivity for ProPEX installs. In partnership with Uponor, which offers durable PEX products for plumbing, radiant heating, and cooling, Milwaukee is adding to its tool lineup — with one of the fastest, lightest, and most compact way to install 2” ProPEX. A pipe-sized selector…
Centerbridge Partners to acquire adhesive and solvent company, IPS Corporation
Centerbridge Partners, L.P., a private investment firm, announced a definitive agreement to acquire IPS Corporation from Cypress Performance Group, LLC. George Moore and Dan St. Martin will continue to serve as executive chairman and CEO of IPS, respectively. IPS provides a comprehensive offering of specialized, highly engineered industrial products including structural and surface adhesives, solvent cements, rough…
Fastener Fair: Connecting the global fastener community
The inaugural Fastener Fair USA event took place in 2018, but the exhibition launched more than a couple of decades ago and has found success in several countries since then. The first show started in England in 1995. It was organized by a UK socket-screw wholesaler interested in expanding his business and connecting with others…