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GLENDALE, CA – Fastener Training Institute (FTI) will host Fastener Platings, Coatings and Corrosion, a full-day workshop during International Fastener Expo (IFE). The training is Monday, September 15, at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.

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Carmen Vertullo, FTI instructor, and owner and founder of Carver Labs, will lead the workshop. Attendees who invest in this professional development will gain extensive knowledge about corrosion in fasteners.

The full-day training targets the critical need to choose the right materials and finishes to combat corrosion. There are several strategies to employ – and for suppliers, manufacturers or fastener users – it is essential to know all options. Students will learn about each strategy to be better informed when making decisions for corrosion prevention.

“The need for safety in our industry is essential. By taking advantage of training while at the expo, attendees will gain extensive knowledge to keep sharp in the workplace. We look forward to seeing many fastener professionals take advantage of this day session while at IFE,” shared Jo Morris, FTI’s managing director.

Fastener Platings, Coatings and Corrosion is technical, and standards based, but is suitable for all levels of experience in the fastener industry.

Use promo code Training50%off and save 50% on International Fastener Expo registration. During registration, sign-up for Fastener Platings, Coatings and Corrosion. The cost to attend the workshop is $399 through September 1. After that, the price increases to $499.

Support from Star Stainless, FTI’s 2025 Trade Show Sponsor, and Würth Industry North America, FTI’s 2025 Sustaining Sponsor, make events like this possible.

About Fastener Training Institute
The Fastener Training Institute is a nonprofit organization that provides beginning and advanced training on fastener products, standards and specifications. Its core purpose is to enhance fastener use, reliability and safety with a mission to make industry professionals more knowledgeable about the fastening products they buy, sell, specify or use.

About the Instructor
Carmen Vertullo has been involved with fastener training for more than 30 years and has consulted on jobs sites for 20+ years – solving hundreds of structural bolting problems. He is a recent recipient of three Fastener Industry Awards: NFDA 2023 Fastener Professional of the Year, IFE 2024 Fastener Hall of Fame, and IFI 2025 Soaring Eagle Service. He is the founder and owner of Carver Labs, a Fastener Testing Laboratory in San Diego, CA.