Moving forward, Optimas Solutions will focus on scaling renewable energy use, electrifying heating systems, and engaging suppliers to ensure long-term decarbonization.
EVs use electric motors that generate unique, high-frequency vibration patterns that can loosen standard fasteners over time, according to International Fastener Expo.
In addition to market opportunities, China is an interesting source of raw materials and semi-finished products for the Italian fastener company.
The International Fastener Expo is North America’s most extensive B2B trade show for all types of fasteners, machinery & tooling, and other industrial products.
Subsidiary will supply both commercial and aerospace fasteners and other parts to the manufacturing, construction, and MRO sectors.
Founded in 1952, Farmingdale, NY-based Peerless is an approved supplier to all major aerospace companies globally.
An emergency landing of a new Boeing 737-MAX-9 aircraft in Portland, OR, on January 5 after an exit panel blew off at 16,000 feet — imperiling more than 170 passengers and crew — rekindled questions about the fuselage assembly on the fourth-generation of Boeing’s bestselling aircraft.
Wishing everyone in the fastener industry happy holidays and a great New Year.
Veteran-owned businesses reportedly comprise 5.9% of all businesses in the U.S, employing 3.9 million workers and generating a combined value of $947.7 billion.
“With so many vehicles in operation around the world, we want to be a driver of innovation and efficiency in commercial transportation,” stated Fastenal Transportation VP Kevin Larson.
Do you know your fasteners’ electrical requirements? EV fastener engineers are rising to the fresh challenges of the next automotive revolution, according to Fastener + Fixing Magazine.
The evolution of fasteners has facilitated the growing use of thermoplastics in vehicle manufacturing over the past five decades, application engineer Dan Lunn told The Engineer.
Port operators and dockworkers announced a tentative agreement on a 6-year contract covering workers at all 29 West Coast ports.
ZAGO sealing screws engineered with a 360° O-ring under the head successfully prevented water seepage.
At least 13 events are currently listed in the GlobalFastenerNews.com online 2023 calendar.
Show management reported domestic exhibitor numbers are close to pre-Covid years, though international participation remains lower due to travel restrictions.
“Creating reliable, long-term fastener solutions takes time,” according to a “Managing Fastener Supply
for Zero Disruptions” white paper published by All-Pro Fasteners.
Amid the Ukraine crisis, fastener companies reacted with contract terminations, operation pauses and donations, Fastener + Fixing Magazine reports.
While reopening the bridge allows free flow of commerce between Canada and the U.S., the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) said commercial carriers may still experience delays due to traffic volumes.
In addition to the trade show, Charlie Kerr of Kerr Lakeside, Nancy Rich of the Mid-West Fastener Association and Steve Andrasik of Brighton Best will be inducted into the International Fastener Expo Hall of Fame.