Companies adopting methods that enhance mechanical properties of fasteners – such as improving fatigue resistance and reducing microstructural weaknesses.
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Brighton-Best International announced a price increase to counteract the impact of rising U.S. tariffs, Fastener World reports.

Amid a qualified worker shortage, technology allowed the company to grow without a significant investment in human capital, stated CEO Ben Belzer.

New 65,000 sq ft distribution hub in Hambach, France, enhances Optimas’ investment in Europe while strengthening supply chain security and operational efficiency.

Acquisitions helped companies in Southern Europe and Asia to lead the way, reporting double-digit sales growth rates during the first six months of 2025.

Founded in 1903, Chicago-based American Jebco is a cold-heading manufacturer of highly specialized fastening components to the automotive, electronic, construction, and consumer products industries.

Mixed June results follow a more constructive May, with commentary reflecting mixed signals on demand and persistent uncertainty tied to trade disruptions.

His career includes nearly two decades at Fastenal, where he served in multiple leadership, followed by a role at Airgas managing customer relationships across the industrial sector.

Smyrna, TN-based Ideal Tridon manufactures fasteners, clamps, and couplings, with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Contract establishes FDH Hardware's AIAP as the primary supplier of MS Aerospace’s fasteners for the Lockheed Martin F-35 program.

Founded in 2012, CGG sources and distributes parts and services for military and defense applications and logistics across all government sectors.

In recent years, Huyett has incorporated Swiss lathes into its manufacturing operations, achieving significant decreases in production time, and increases in accuracy while holding tighter tolerances.

The Mid-West Fastener Association and Industrial Fasteners Institute will host the first Chicago Federal Reserve presentation during the 2025 Fastener Week.

The International Fastener Expo 2025, scheduled September 15-17 in Las Vegas, to include sessions on tariffs.

The FIN Fastener Stock Index bounced back in the second quarter of 2025, besting a gain by an index of related industrial stocks.

Founded in 1999, AFS is a Wisconsin-based supplier of fasteners, tools, and safety products to commercial and residential end markets.

Previously, the new executive served as LSG’s VP of Sales, and before that held senior leadership positions at Anixter, Inc., WESCO.

Dianna Barnes, CFS, is the new Sales Operations & Marketing Manager at bolt manufacturer.

Automatic box erector eliminates inefficiencies, reduces physical strain on workers, and improves the overall safety of packaging operations.

Eight months after acquiring Bristol Machine, Industrial Threaded Products relocated BMC to its facility in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, from nearby Ontario.