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Gail Friedberg Rottenstrich, ZAGO Manufacturing‘s co-founder and CEO, has made the ROI Influencers Women in Business: 2024 list for her excellence in modeling public and private sector work. ROI-NJ, a New Jersey business publication, released the list during March as it’s Women’s History Month. In addition to running ZAGO, a sustainable manufacturer making sustainable sealing fasteners for…

Threaded fasteners specialist, Packer Fastener, has moved its headquarters and central distribution center to a larger facility. The move is to a 100,000-plus-square-foot facility at 500 Pilgrim Way in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin. The new location will serve Packer Fastener and its sister companies Packer Freight and Albolt Manufacturing, which together comprise the PFS family of brands. The…

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…

Nord-Lock Group, a global provider of bolted solutions, has joined The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to levels in line with the UN Paris Agreement. The SBTi marks a groundbreaking, collaborative corporate effort to achieve an impactful, joint contribution to a sustainable future. Analyzing carbon emissions The first step in…

ZAGO Manufacturing, a high-tech sustainable sealing fasteners and switch boots manufacturer, is celebrating Women’s History Month 2024 with a new achievement: certification as a Women Business Enterprise (WBE) in New Jersey. The WBE certification opens doors to new opportunities in government and the private sector where supplier diversity is a priority. “March is Women’s History…

Written by Venkat Nandivada, Manager Technical Support  & Rohit Ramnath, Senior Product Engineer Master Bond The hermetic sealing of electrical and optical feedthroughs is critical for the longevity and reliability of electronic devices. Depending on the degree of hermeticity required and the constraints of the application, techniques such as gasket sealing, adhesive sealing, and ceramic…

Mark your calendar for Thursday, April 4th when industry thought leaders from SmartCert, Star Stainless, SW Anderson, and AFC Industries will participate in a panel discussion on transition and change. This webinar, “Thriving in Disruption: Strategies for Adaptability and Resilience,” will explore strategies, challenges, and solutions for navigating the constant change of today’s business landscape. Gain…

Henkel, a global provider of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, announced that it will construct its first integrated innovation and technology center in Latin America, located in Jundiaí, Sao Paulo. The new center aims to create a collaborative ecosystem for developing innovations and solutions for the Adhesive Technologies business unit and provide a global hub…

Every year, the International Fastener Expo (IFE), recognizes professionals who have made significant and enduring contributions to the industrial fastener industry on a national or global scale as part of its Fastener Hall of Fame and Young Fastener Professional of the Year awards. IFE — the largest industrial fasteners and tooling and machinery event in…

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…

GEARWRENCH has expanded its Bolt Biter family product line, adding the latest product in fastener extraction: the Bolt Biter Wrench Inserts. Designed with professionals in mind, users who have long needed a tool to access rounded, rusted bolts in tight, confined spaces can now do so with up to 70% more access using the Bolt…

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…

“Invest in Women; Accelerate Progress” is the 2024 International Women’s Day theme. Celebrated annually on March 8th, International Women’s Day serves as a global focal point in the women’s rights movement. This year’s theme represents the importance of equality as companies shift toward a more balanced and sustainable economic approach.  One woman who is familiar…

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…

Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has introduced a new portfolio of pressure-sensitive-adhesive (PSA) tape solutions for the appliance industry. The portfolio features a range of tapes engineered to further ease of use and assembly, enhance product durability and improve noise/vibration/harshness (NVH) damping qualities for commercial and residential appliances. With the addition of these products, users now…

~ Article courtesy of Advance Components Several benefits are associated with the use of projection weld pins for secure welding projects. These pins are specifically designed for use in projection welding processes, which is a type of resistance welding technique used to join metal parts by applying pressure and electrical current. It’s commonly used in…

PPG has added two adhesives to its aerospace portfolio. PPG PR-2940 is an epoxy syntactic paste adhesive (ESPA) for bonding the internal structures of an aircraft. PPG PR-2936 is an adhesive that incorporates the properties of a shim and sealant for attaching the outer skin of an aircraft to the internal structures. “We are excited…

They say big things come in small packages. The latest product launch from decking giant Trex Company proves this point. Further reinforcing its legacy as the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing, is launching a comprehensive collection of Trex-branded deck fasteners and accessories that will begin hitting the market this month. Featuring more than…

Festool, a manufacturer of innovative, precision-engineered power tool solutions, announced an overhaul of its accessories website for professionals seeking a holistic system designed to help them “build cleaner, faster, and better.” With a refreshed web design, Festool has streamlined the experience, making it easier than ever to find the accessories needed to complete almost any…

Martin Supply, a provider of custom-tailored solutions for maintenance, repair, operation, and production supplies (MROP) in the industrial and construction markets, announced its 90th anniversary. Established in 1934 by Louis Martin in Sheffield, AL, the company has achieved unparalleled growth and transformation, now led by the third and fourth generations of the Martin family. From…

  Simpson Strong-Tie, an expert in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has published its 2024-2025 Wood Construction Connectors catalog (C-C-2024) — a comprehensive guide to the company’s most recent innovations, product line expansions, and existing solutions for wood construction applications. The 372-page catalog offers extensive specification details and installation instructions for wood-to-wood, wood-to-masonry, and wood-to-concrete…

Hafren Security Fasteners, a global supplier of specialist anti-theft/anti-tamper security fasteners, has acquired a security screw product, complete with tooling and trademarks. This move demonstrates Hafren’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and positions the company as one of the top global providers of security fasteners. The newly acquired System Zero security…

Henkel has signed an agreement to acquire the U.S.-based Seal for Life Industries from Arsenal Capital Partners (USA). Seal for Life is a global, specialized supplier of protective coating and sealing solutions in a broad variety of infrastructure markets such as renewable energy, oil and gas, and water. Financial details of the transaction were not…

Limited space should not mean limited quality. Experience quick and reliable actuation in a more compact package with Southco’s new 56 Mini Lever Actuated Plunger. This solution features the same lever-actuated operation as the full-size version for faster and easier latching and unlatching of electronic components. The 56 Mini Lever Actuated Plunger keeps the convenient…