Overall growth was limited by rising energy prices, geopolitical uncertainty, and subdued industrial activity.
July 07
19:59
2026
New strategic account manager brings over 20 years of aerospace and aviation industry leadership, with a track record at organizations including Boeing, GA Telesis, and Aviancia.
July 07
19:34
2026
New facility provides an inventory capacity increase, optimized facility layout supporting LEAN processes and operational efficiencies, and larger dedicated inspection areas to support increase product flow through stringent quality processes and procedures.
July 07
16:01
2026
“As industries continue to evolve, I’m excited to contribute my experience at the intersection of technology, AI, and global supply chains to help support the company’s continued growth.”
July 03
11:21
2026
Deal strengthens Fontana’s European and global footprint with KAMAX’s fastener manufacturing presence in Germany, Spain, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Poland and China.
July 02
11:25
2026
“Our fiscal 3Q results that exceeded expectations provide evidence that we are fundamentally doing more with less and taking the right steps,” said CEO Martina McIsaac.
July 02
10:29
2026
New Senior VP of Commercial & Industrial Markets previously held executive positions at LGG Industrial, 2J Supply Company, and Grainger.
July 01
16:12
2026
Founded in 1984, Blue Chip is a Kentucky-based provider of custom engineered fasteners, components, and value-added services.
July 01
15:55
2026
Deal adds a manufacturer of engineered shims and specialty fasteners to Arcline’s aerospace and defense portfolio and further expands the capabilities of its Novaria Group platform.
June 30
20:18
2026
The FIN Fastener Stock Index climbed 30% in the second quarter of 2026, besting a 13.7% gain by an index of related industrial stocks.
June 29
11:17
2026
New factory equipped with automated machinery and production lines that provide greater capacity and shorter lead times, while improved testing enables more rigorous quality control.
June 25
17:36
2026
New 44,385 sq ft distribution center in Grove City enables smarter operations and future growth.
June 25
11:42
2026
The $2.85 million project will renovate the company’s Tyler facility and create 10 new full-time positions.
June 25
10:48
2026
Melissa Patel of Field has been elected as the 2026-2027 president of the National Fastener Distributors Association.
June 25
06:43
2026
The Gilchrist Foundation has extended the fastener scholarship application deadline until July 31.
June 23
17:23
2026
In 1989, he founded Mac Fasteners in Ottawa, KS, which he sold to PennAero in 2014.
June 22
17:04
2026
Acquisitions come amid continued investor interest in industrial manufacturing and distribution businesses that serve essential end markets.
June 22
11:37
2026
U.S. tariff shift in April to finished price burdens a “significant” number of fastener companies and other small and medium-sized enterprises in South Korea hit by 50% tariffs.
June 22
11:00
2026
“They’re joining Martin Supply to help lead the strategic growth and performance of our Fastener division, with nearly 50 years of combined experience in that industry.”
June 18
18:22
2026
“Congratulations and thank you to the entire AFC team. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to our customers make achievements like this possible.”
