Deal for Apopka, FL-based AFI strengthens Endries' presence in Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas.
EVs use electric motors that generate unique, high-frequency vibration patterns that can loosen standard fasteners over time, according to International Fastener Expo.
Denver-based AIS Industrial & Construction Supply president Dale Hahs II is the 2025 president of the Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association.
Founded in 1962, Springfield, NJ-based CORUS Fastening distributes fasteners and pneumatic tools to construction customers.
Previously he worked for Stanley Black & Decker, most recently serving as CFO of its Smart Storage Solutions business.
“Pay is not the motivator,” Huyett HR Manager Brooklyn Wolters told the National Fastener Distributors Association. “It is the price for labor.”
Founded in 1982, Winston-Salem-based Southern Fasteners distributes high-quality fasteners to OEMs and MROs.
Agreement accelerates order processes, improve performance metrics and optimize asset intelligence for customers.
Carver Engineering/Labs in El Cajon, CA, built the machines, which came online at E-Z LOK’s Gardena, CA, facility in October.
New executive previously held leadership roles during 12 years at Precision Castparts Corp.
Distribution Solutions Group acquired Tech-Component Resources, a Southeast Asian distributor of fasteners, mechanical components, and other industrial products.
Implementation involved consolidating supplier data through automation and AI — streamlining the supply network.
New executive started working for Applied Bolting Technology in 2010 as a field bolting specialist.
Deal enhances AFC Industries’ reach and capabilities within the tooling sector.
Initial Southwestern Fastener Association meeting took place in 1974 in Dallas attended by 27 persons representing 20 companies.
AFC promoted its VP of Information Technology, who has served in that role since 2013.
PPG provides coatings for construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
Prior experience includes working as Business Development Manager for Goebel Fasteners and Brikksen.
“We are continuing to expand our sales activities across all channels such as the sales force, shops, and eBusiness, while also investing in IT and promoting digitalization.”
Expansion includes a dedicated purchasing, sourcing, and auditing team to improve quality and service.

