Fastener industry news

Rotor Clip is proud to announce that it has received the Caterpillar Supplier Excellence Award. This certificate is awarded to suppliers who consistently demonstrate excellence in service and delivery performance, meeting or exceeding Caterpillar’s stringent standards for product quality and on-time delivery. To be recognized with this certification, suppliers must maintain a delivery performance of…

Fastener Training Institute (FTI) is excited to announce a new Spanish Webinar Series offering dual access for both English and Spanish-speaking attendees. “Spanish training has been a goal of ours for years. Removing the language barrier for training is important and it will make the perfect training opportunity for entire teams. It’s critical everyone in…

Fastener Training Institute (FTI) will host a Fastener Basics and Beyond Workshop during the International Fastener Expo (IFE) on Monday, September 9, in Las Vegas — the first day of the 2024 show. Carmen Vertullo, FTI instructor, and owner and founder of Carver Labs, will present the workshop. Attendees will invest in professional development by expanding…

Fastener Fair USA 2024 was filled with Women that Rock, including many fellow Women In Fastener Industry (WIFI) members. This year, the WIFI group rocked out with a Rise & Shine WIFI members breakfast filled with speed networking and mini round table discussions. Kicking off the event was a breakfast buffet welcome session for about…

Fastener Training Week, the flagship fastener training program from Fastener Training Institute (FTI), returns to Chicago this year from August 19 to August 23. The event will be held at the Lincolnshire Marriott and hosted by the Mid-West Fasteners Association (MWFA) as part of their annual FSTNR Week. Fastener Training Week, FTI’s advanced technical training…

AFC Industries, a provider of fastening and vendor-managed inventory (VMI) solutions, announced that it has acquired Philadelphia-based Globe International Corp. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1950, Globe is a supplier of fasteners, door hardware, and galvanized aircraft cable, specializing in value-added kitting and other services. “Our company has a long history…

Fastener Warehouse, a distributor of industrial fasteners, recently announced the successful acquisition of Ridgeline Fasteners, a prominent fastener supplier based in Calgary, Alberta. This strategic move is poised to strengthen Fastener Warehouse’s market presence and expand its product offerings in the fastener industry. The acquisition of Ridgeline Fasteners marks a significant milestone for Fastener Warehouse,…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, announced that Birmingham Fastener will sponsor its three Fastener Training Weeks in 2024. FTI’s flagship training, Fastener Training Week, is a week-long program dedicated to enhancing fastener knowledge across the industry, recognizing those who complete the course and pass a final…

Fastener Industries has purchased Die Co. Inc., a high-volume and customized manufacturer of spring steel fasteners and metal stampings. The company will be a wholly owned subsidiary of Fastener Industries’ family of employee-owned companies. This family includes Buckeye Fasteners, Modern Fasteners, Ohio Nut and Bolt, Ohio Nut & Bolt of Canada, Brainard Rivet, Joseph Industries,…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, is offering two training classes during the conference at Fastener Fair USA in Cleveland in May. Each class will be presented by Laurence Claus, Industrial Fasteners Institute’s (IFI) director of Education and Training. The courses include: 1. The Making of Fasteners…

Investment AB Latour has, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Nord-Lock Group, acquired Precision Bolting Ltd. (PBL) and Condor Machinery. Founded in Western Canada in the late 1980s, PBL offers premium bolting products and custom solutions for challenging applications. Its production facility is located in Edmonton, Alberta, and offers technical expertise, stocked inventory, and custom fasteners from…

Fastenal Company, which offers a range of industrial, fastening, and safety supplies, has been awarded a silver medal from EcoVadis. The award, which is based on an assessment completed by EcoVadis in late 2023, signifies that the quality of Fastenal’s sustainability management system ranks in the top 25% of all companies in all industries rated…

ZAGO Manufacturing, a global manufacturer of high-tech sealing fasteners and switch boots, announced the launch of two new websites catering to the Italian and German markets. By launching dedicated websites in Italian and German, ZAGO aims to enhance accessibility and engagement for customers who prefer to interact with the company in their native languages. “As…

Alphi Capital, a lower middle-market private equity firm based in Ontario, Canada announced a new partnership with K2 Fasteners. K2 is a national master distributor of stainless steel and other corrosion-resistant fasteners. The company provides customers throughout North America with access to a large variety of stainless steel fasteners, alloy steel fasteners, and other corrosion-resistant hardware…

Family-owned fastener distributor, Endries International, announced the acquisition of Ace Bolt & Screw Co. This acquisition signifies a major milestone, combining the strengths and expertise of customer-centric businesses. Ace customers can expect the continuation of exceptional service, now with the added benefits of expanded product accessibility and enhanced offerings through the synergies of the combined…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider and expert on fastener-related education, is gearing up to take its training offerings on the road in 2024, with customizable and scalable on-site offerings. “On-site training allows us to meet companies where they are in terms of size, scope, and specific needs. Plus, more employees can reap…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, announced that Würth Industry North America (WINA) will continue as a sustaining FTI sponsor in 2024. WINA is a division of Wurth Group, the world’s largest industrial distributor. The partnership between FTI and WINA is now in its sixth consecutive year.…

MEIDOH Co., a global producer of automotive fasteners, announced that it has acquired Pilgrim Screw Corporation d/b/a Pilgrim Aerospace Fasteners. Pilgrim is a manufacturer of screws, bolts, rivets, clevis pins, and other fasteners for the aerospace market with manufacturing operations located in Chandler, Arizona and a small office in Providence, Rhode Island. Pilgrim’s customers include…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a registered, non-profit organization that provides all levels of product and technical training for the fastener industry,  has announced a four-part webinar series for its Fastener Basics course. Students can learn over lunch and complete the training across four Thursdays this spring — March 28th, April 25th, May 30th, and…

LindFast Solutions Group (LSG) has completed the purchase of Hi-Q Fasteners. Headquartered in Blaine, Minnesota, LSG is a master distributor of specialty fasteners in the North American market and is an important supply-chain partner and sourcing solution, offering high-quality such as Lindstrom, Stelfast, Mega, Solution Industries, and more. Based in Santa Fe Springs, California, Hi-Q offers a…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, is planning its next Fastener Training Week in Cleveland, OH, from April 8th to 12th. The training will be held at Brighton-Best International. “We are excited to welcome our next class of Fastener Training Week students,” shared Jo Morris, marketing director…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer/distributor and service provider, has announced two strategic hires expected to help further support the company’s complementary direct manufacturing and distribution business strategy. Jim Heller is the new senior VP of distribution, and Chris Martens is the new vice president of manufacturing for the Americas region. “As a full-service partner,…

Hillman Solutions, a provider of hardware products and merchandising solutions, announced that it has acquired Koch Industries, a premier provider and merchandiser of rope and twine, chain and wire rope, and related hardware products. This acquisition marks the entrance into rope and chain, a new product category for Hillman. Hillman plans to seamlessly bring these…

PennEngineering, a global fastener manufacturer, announced the acquisition of Sherex Fastening Solutions, a U.S. manufacturer of engineered fastener solutions including rivet nuts, tooling, automation, and associated fastening solutions. Headquartered in Buffalo, New York, Sherex is a premier technical provider of blind rivet nuts, with strong application expertise, and production capabilities worldwide.  It has achieved an…

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, doesn’t only host its own in-person and online training courses — FTI can also come to your company for specialized, customizable training. FTI’s core purpose is to enhance fastener use, reliability, and safety. As most industry veterans know, the organization offers…