The supply situation is improving for the group, while “geopolitical challenges such as the smoldering conflict between China, Taiwan and the USA, as well as the war in Ukraine and the associated high energy prices,” influence economic growth.
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German specialist machine maker Schunk Sonosystems will use BUMAX DX 129 screws for all its ultrasonic welding flexure sonotrode machines, which are mainly used in the automobile industry.
As an anchor bolt cages supplier for the T&D utility market, EDSCO's products are “well-positioned to benefit from the long-term transition to renewable energy.”
4PS Construct software, based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, offers construction-specific functionalities that enable companies to manage the entire construction project life cycle.
The 75,000 sq ft center "is expected to increase operational efficiencies, customer collaboration and facilitate round-the-clock service.”
Benton Harbor, MI-based Connection Services will join forces with the fastener distribution group formed by Kevin Weidinger.
Fastenal Co. published its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report, which recaps the company's performance in 2022.
Founded in 1982, Exim & Mfr Holdings Pte Ltd is a privately-owned distributor of fasteners and other c-parts from more than 1,800 manufacturers and suppliers.
Fastener Fair USA announced its 2023 trade show in Nashville drew “200-plus exhibitors,” but did not announce attendance numbers.
Ana Jablonsky of Ramco Specialties and Megan Stover of Ken Forging are scholarship winners for 2023.
Founded in 1981, ABC US manufactures and distributes engineered fasteners under the SPAX and TRUFAST brand names.
Honda informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that a loose fastener on the brake booster assembly can cause the brakes to malfunction on several popular models.
Switzerland’s SFS Group has acquired a fastener business in the rapidly growing region surrounding Denver, CO.
The next Southeastern Fastener Association conference will be April 22-24 in Charlotte, NC.
Howmet Fastening Systems makes engine bolts for companies such as Rolls Royce, Pratt and Whitney, and similar components for gas turbines, vehicles and construction and industrial equipment.
Sanford, FL-based Brikksen is a master distributor of stainless steel fasteners with warehouses in seven states.
MSC Industrial Direct Co. reported sales rose 10% for the fiscal third quarter ended June 3.
Founded in 1907, Western Wire supplies industrial wire form and fastener products, from cotter pins to tag fasteners and V hooks.
With more skilled machine operators retiring each year, the Industrial Fasteners Institute has partnered with the Marshall University Advanced Manufacturing Center to transfer expertise to the next generation.
The combined geographical reach includes Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin and Nebraska.