Fastenal Co. fastener sales declined in 2024, with higher fastener container costs in the final quarter causing product margin pressure.
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January 20
16:25
2025
New executive is a 37-year fastener industry veteran, beginning his career in 1987 as a sales rep for Ramco Specialties.
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December 26
23:53
2024
A majority of distributors (56%) responding to a Fastener Distributor Index survey signaled support for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s pledge to impose broad tariffs.
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January 12
23:43
2025
“Overall sentiment among participants leans cautiously optimistic heading into 2025, although some caution persists due to ongoing macroeconomic/inflation/rate uncertainties.”
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September 25
22:38
2024
System detects broken bolts or studs in wind blade root, alert operators immediately.
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July 01
14:32
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