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  • GOEBEL GMBH ANNOUNCES TOWER FASTENERS EU LTD AS OFFICIAL AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR

    Posted in Fastener distribution, Industry 4.0 on Nov 29, 2021

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    Goebel GmbH announces a new and exciting partnership with Tower Fasteners EU Ltd as an official authorized distributor for all products & tooling.

    The two companies entered into an agreement that sees Tower Fasteners EU Ltd become an authorized distributor for Goebel GmbH product lines which consist of: Blind Rivets, Threaded Inserts, new G-Grip™ Stainless Lockbolt System, Self-Tapping/Drilling Screws, Sealing Washers, Drill Bits, Nut Drivers, Over-Center Toggle Latches, Hand & Power Tools, PPE Equipment, and many more innovative specialty products.

    “Goebel GmbH is pleased to partner with Tower Fasteners EU Ltd to distribute our blind fastening product lines, over-center latches, new G-Grip™ Stainless Lockbolt System, and other product lines throughout the Republic of Ireland. For over 50 years Tower Fasteners has been a leader in the field of fastener distribution and “C” class commodity inventory management systems. Their persistence about making sure it’s the right part, on time, every time supports their commitment to supply products from only the highest quality manufacturers; it is an integral part of their longevity and success in this business. Tower Fasteners EU Ltd is a great fit for our company’s vision and we are looking forward to working together for years to come.”, said Marcel Goebel, CEO of the Goebel Group.

    Derry Cronin, Key Account Manager was equally pleased stating. “From the very first day into the present time, Tower Fasteners continues to set the standard for innovation and excellence in fastener distribution. Tower Fasteners is committed to providing world class products and services the first time and every time. Each and every Tower employee shares the Shannon family's commitment to total customer satisfaction. Partnering with Goebel GmbH and distributing their innovative fastener solutions will help us provide our customers new products that will help streamline their manufacturing processes. Tower Fastener employees go above and beyond to help customers find solutions to their problems.”

    About Tower Fasteners

    Thomas J. Shannon founded Tower Fasteners in 1967 in Mineola, New York. Mr. Shannon's philosophy was a simple but powerful one: provide his customers with the products they needed, when they needed them, without fail. Because of Mr. Shannon's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Tower Fasteners continued to grow year by year.

    The company relocated several times to larger facilities across Long Island. The first Tower distribution center, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, which is now a sales office, was opened in 1975. In 1986, Tower designed and built its current corporate headquarters, in Holtsville, New York. Additional distribution centers in New England, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, North Carolina, Mexico, and Texas are currently servicing Tower customers along the East Coast and Southwest of the United States, as well as in Mexico. In 2018, Tower Fasteners opened its first European distribution center in Dublin, Ireland. Tower Fasteners EU Ltd is located less than thirty minutes outside of Dublin’s city center and will serve as Tower’s European headquarters. Tower has grown from a one-person organization to a company that employs over 100 people in eight states. Today, Tower Fasteners is being managed by a second generation of Shannon's that have inherited Thomas J. Shannon's passion for, and commitment to, excellence. For more information visit https://www.towerfast.com/

    About Goebel

    The Goebel Group is a family-run and internationally active business group of joining and assembly technology. Considered specialists in the development of innovative and high-quality joining elements and corresponding processing systems, their friendly and experienced staff, representatives, and distribution partners take care that customers are satisfied and actively support the entire supply chain as well as value chain. For more information visit https://www.goebel-group.com

    Author: Goebel

  • Registration for Fastener Fair CONNECT - the digital event for the international fastener and fixing industry - is now live.

    Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Fastener distribution, Fasteners manufacturers on Nov 08, 2021

    Fastener Fair CONNECT is a two-day online business trade, network and knowledge platform calling all international fastener and fixing industry professionals from 17-18 November 2021. Registration to attend the event is now available on the official show website. With the digital participation, attendees from various industrial sectors will be able to identify and connect with relevant technology suppliers, browse products and innovations on the virtual showrooms, and attend live sessions and webinars on current industry issues tailored to deepen the sector's know-how and competencies.

    "Fastener Fair CONNECT will provide attendees with a unique platform to specify the latest innovative products, equipment and technologies. Our matchmaking features will create new business potential by pairing participants with compatible profiles and interests. The event enables the industry to connect with potential and existing customers worldwide and arrange business meetings directly on the platform. In addition, Fastener Fair CONNECT will offer a webinar programme to discuss the challenges of the fastener supply chain and the most recent fastener and fixing industry trends", states Liljana Goszdziewski, Portfolio Director of the European Fastener Fairs, at Mack-Brooks Exhibitions.

    Exhibitors participating in the event are fastener and fixing systems, technologies and equipment suppliers, covering a wide range of products and services from the whole supply chain. Amongst them Dimac, provider of automated engineered inspection solutions and sorting equipment for fasteners and special parts;DÖRKEN Coatings offering high-quality surface protection, with innovative technologies in zinc flake coatings, galvanisation systems and KTL; HEICO, producer of customer-specific drawing related cold forges parts, mainly distributed to the automotive industry; IMANPACK, provider of a wide range of weighing, packaging and boxing systems for the hardware industry, small parts and kits; Rotor Clip, producer of tapered section retaining rings, spiral retaining rings, wave springs and self-compensating hose clamps; SACMA Group, manufacturer of multi-station cold forming machines for high precision metal components and fasteners. View the complete exhibitor list: www.fastenerfair-connect.com/search/exhibitors#pagetitle Further information on the Fastener Fair CONNECT webinar programme and speakers will be released in due course.

    FREE visitor registration is available at www.fastenerfair-connect.com

    Further information on the Fastener Fair CONNECT webinar programme and speakers will be released in due course.

    FREE visitor registration is available at www.fastenerfair-connect.com

    Author: Gloria Vezzoli, PR & Marketing Manager Fastener Fair Stuttgart Press Office

  • Masters in Fasteners: Fabory acquires KEBEK Group

    Posted in Acquisitions, Fastener distribution, Hardware, Industry 4.0 on Oct 29, 2021

    Fabory is proud to announce that it has reached an agreement to acquire KEBEK Group from founder and current Director Dalibor Bek. The Fabory-KEBEK combination creates the leading fastener specialist platform in the CEE region. The strong strategic fit between and common high-performance mentality of both organizations will enable the Fabory-KEBEK combination to provide a stronger and more relevant proposition to its customers (deep and relevant range of specialist fasteners, differentiating supply chain solutions and quality & engineering).

    Francisco Terol, CEO Fabory comments: “Fabory is highly impressed by KEBEK, the width and depth of their product assortment, their strong commercial performance and supply chain capabilities. We are therefore extremely excited and proud to welcome the KEBEK Group to Fabory. This marks an important step in our Masters-in-Fasteners strategy; reinforcing our leadership position in our core countries. We continue to make strong progress on our overall transformation and are looking forward to continue this journey together with the KEBEK team!”

    Dalibor Bek, CEO KEBEK Group comments: “We are excited about our future as part of Fabory. Fabory and its management team have shown that they have the required expertise and winning mentality to establish a leading platform in the strong and quickly growing CEE market. We are convinced that joining forces will open up many new opportunities, in several countries and market segments.”

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    About KEBEK Group

    KEBEK is a family-owned fastener specialist headquartered in Chomutov, in the North-West of the Czech Republic with operations in Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary. KEBEK was founded in 1992 by Bohuslav Bek and his son Ing. Dalibor Bek (current CEO). Their successful initial distribution activities of air conditioning and ventilation components quickly expanded to the distribution of fasteners, which is their core activity today. KEBEK offers a wide and broad assortment of specialized fasteners in combination with Value Added Services, including in-house production capabilities and automated kitting facilities. This creates a strong value proposition to a customer base of over 8,000 customers, including several large key accounts in amongst others the healthcare, energy and construction market. KEBEK employs c. 120 team members. For more information please visit www.kebek.cz.

    About Fabory

    Fabory is a leading specialist supplier of fasteners and related products in the Benelux with a pan-European presence. Fabory provides a broad assortment of high quality and application-critical fasteners to over 60,000 customers throughout Europe. Its client base ranks from blue chip to small- and medium enterprises across various end markets, including machine building, electrical appliances, automotive and construction. . Fabory combines a deep technical knowledge with smart integrated supply chain solutions, providing its customers reliability and safe fastener solutions. Fabory employs c. 1,000 team members. For more information please visit www.fabory.com/group.

    Author: Fabory

  • SPIROL Receives 2020 General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award

    Posted in Industry 4.0, Innovation on Jul 19, 2021

    SPIROL is pleased to announce the receipt of the 2020 General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award. Two of SPIROL’s locations, SPIROL International Corporation in Danielson, CT, USA and SPIROL Industries Limited in Winsor, Ontario, Canada, each received notification of the awards on July 1, 2021. A Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at General Motors stated, “Suppliers who receive this award recognition have met or exceeded a very stringent set of quality performance criteria and have achieved the cross-functional support of the entire GM organization for the calendar year 2020.”

    SPIROL has received the General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award every year since it was originally presented in 2012. According to a video presentation by General Motors’ top executives for Supplier Quality Development, “Each year, GM recognizes their top performing Supplier Manufacturing DUNS locations around the globe. This General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award is for those locations who consistently deliver quality products, on-time, and at-rate and with zero disruptions throughout the year.”

    SPIROL manufactures Coiled Spring Pins, Slotted Spring Pins, Solid Pins, Alignment Dowels & Bushings, Spacers, Compression Limiters, Inserts for Plastics, Disc Springs, Precision Metal Shims, Installation Technology and Vibratory Feeding Equipment. SPIROL supplies millions of engineered fastening components to General Motors’ assembly plants located around the world from several global stocking facilities.

    Tom Buchta, President of SPIROL Industries in Canada, said appreciatively “This award is a testament to our foundational belief in providing high quality product and exceptional service to our customers. SPIROL is committed to being a reliable supplier to General Motors, and we are proud to have received this prestigious award once again – especially during a turbulent year filled with so much uncertainty attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic.”

    SPIROL Connecticut’s 2020 General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award Certification

    SPIROL Canada’s 2020 General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award Certification

    View SPIROL’s quality certifications at all of their global locations.

    SPIROL is a leading manufacturer of a diverse line of engineered components for fastening and joining. SPIROL can be found on 4 continents within the following 12 countries: Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Mexico, Poland, South Korea, Spain, and the United States. Since 1948, SPIROL has been providing technical expertise in fastening, joining and assembly to the world's leading manufacturers.

    Author: Christie L. Jones

  • EJOT: Facing the challenges of the digital world

    Posted in Industry 4.0 on Jul 12, 2021

    15 shareholders founded DIGITALUM Wittgenstein Ggmbh

    ​​​​​​​Wittgenstein/Bad Berleburg. Organizing digital transformation, realizing the promotion of digital skills as a cross sectional task, and developing perspectives for a strategic implementation in our area: These are the goals of the DIGITALUM Wittgenstein project. 15 partners met in the community center in Bad Berleburg and founded the DIGITALUM Wittgenstein gGmbH.

    The joint project is about digitalization and new learning. DIGITALUM Wittgenstein is the local future workshop, it makes global development very tangible for our region: regardless of age and previous education, all people will have the chance to educate and train themselves digitally. The goal is a long-lasting digitalization for the benefit of the entire region. The project is supported by strong partners from business and society.

    The formal foundation of the non-profit DIGITALUM Wittgenstein gGmbH by notary Dr. Sabina Bald was followed by the first shareholders' meeting. Dirk Pöppel (REGUPOL BSW) was elected as chairman of the supervisory board, Angelika Wetzstein (EJOT) is the deputy chairwoman.

    "Digitalization is certainly not a panacea," said Dirk Pöppel in an initial address, in which he also referred to the downsides of progress, for example through psychological stress, fears and risks related to cybercrime. Overall, however, he sees a ray of hope in the project: "It makes a lot of sense to make a common approach to the challenges and opportunities of the digital world. Increase synergies, experience community, turn ignorance and frustration into a correct use of digitalization - these are just a few goals. May it become different through the DIGITALUM, may it become even better!"

    The idea for the DIGITALUM and the voluntary preparatory work essentially go back to three people who will continue to work for the project in the future. "We have been lucky to have a special tercet here," emphasized Dirk Pöppel. His sincere thanks went to Andreas Kurth, "who is known for combining creative thinking with consistently good workmanship.” Together with Jun.-Professor Dr. Thomas Ludwig (University of Siegen), who provided the essential theoretical and scientific impetus for the project, he is considered the initiator of the DIGITALUM. The team is supported by Winfried Schwarz, who contributes many years of experience in the field of administrations and as a lawyer, as well as managing director of the Bildungszentrum Wittgenstein (Wittgenstein Education Center).

    They will all continue to be the movers and shakers in the development of DIGITALUM. In the management Andreas Kurth will be responsible for products and services, marketing and public relations, sales and customer relations, technology & infrastructure and quality. Winfried Schwarz will be responsible for finances, law, data protection, compliance, insurance, human resources, political contacts as well as funding & grants.

    The scientific part continues to be the responsibility of Thomas Ludwig, who informed the shareholders about the further project steps: DIGITALUM plans to offer the first formats at the beginning of 2022, initially in existing rooms. A new DIGITALUM building is already being planned. The project has already been awarded the first star in the REGIONALE 2025 in South Westphalia. The application for the second and third REGIONALE star is currently underway, and further project development will be based on this award and the associated funding.

    Shareholders:

    • BERGE-BAU GmbH & Co. KG
    • BLB-Tourismus GmbH
    • Dekor-Kunststoffe GmbH
    • EEW Holding GmbH & Co. KG
    • EJOT Holding GmbH & Co. KG
    • Protestant Church District
    • Community of Erndtebrück
    • Youth Promotion Association Bad Berleburg Veranstaltungs-GmbH
    • Kurt Obermeier GmbH & Co. KG
    • Osterrath GmbH & Co. KG
    • REGUPOL BSW GmbH
    • Wittgenstein Savings Bank
    • City of Bad Berleburg
    • City of Bad Laasphe
    • Volksbank Wittgenstein eG

    Further information on the project website: www.digitalum-wittgenstein.de

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    Author: Andreas Wolf

  • FISCHER: All-in-one systems for multifunctional façades

    Posted in Fastener distribution, Industry 4.0 on Jul 07, 2021

    The fischer façade systems business unit of the fischer Group of Companies offers innovative and high-quality all-in-one solutions for the secure and aesthetic installation of rear-ventilated façades. The company also offers a wide range of services, as the fischer specialists support plan-ners and façade builders with consultation and calculation services from the briefing and installation stage across all construction phases until the project’s successful comple-tion.

    Building envelopes must meet ever growing requirements. Rear-ventilated façades meanwhile have to fulfil increasingly complex requirements in terms of sustainability, safety, protec-tion, air conditioning and a distinguished appearance. fischer fa-çade systems guarantee a positive ecological balance through high energy savings and a consistent circular flow economy, a long service life plus the advantage of creative freedom.

    Creative freedom and functionality

    The visible or concealed fischer fastenings are suitable for all standard cladding materials for rear-ventilated façades and fulfil every aesthetic requirement. The modern façade technology also provides a healthy indoor climate, as rear-ventilated rooms constantly dissipate the moisture from the structure and living spaces. The fischer façade systems provide additional benefits such as simple, easy and fast installation, low maintenance requirements, a long service life, effective protection against weather conditions and high energy efficiency. In addition to a permanent and secure hold and efficient thermal insulation, the functional and technical advantages also include the option to install a fireproof barrier and non-flammable insulating material, integrated lightning protection through a conductive substruc-ture as well as improved soundproofing.

    A wide range of substructure solutions

    Fischer’s all-in-one system of compatible products with tested and approved individual components includes a comprehensive range of substructure solutions. With the acquisition of BWM Fassadensysteme GmbH from Leinfelden-Echterdingen in 2018, the portfolio of the fischer Group of Companies expanded considerably. fischer now offers various substructures to fasten rear-ventilated façades from a single source. The solutions range from visible fastenings for lightweight panels using rivets or drilling screws to hook solutions for façade cassettes as well as aesthetically appealing concealed fastenings with the fischer Zykon panel anchors FZP II. The comprehensive range for alu-minium supporting structures features systems that enable ex-tensive prefabrication, simple application and fast installation. These also include substructure solutions that have been spe-cially tailored to the problem areas of rear-ventilated structures, such as variable systems and systems with thermal isolation to the benefit of improved energy efficiency and sustainability. The ATK 601 stand-off anchor construction fulfils high requirements for fully pre-insulated façades or for the renovation of ETICS systems with rear-ventilated façades and ZeLa brackets. Both supporting structures have been declared “certified passive house components” by the independent Passivhaus Institute certification body. The certificate contains all parameters (punc-tual thermal transmission coefficients) and documents the unique position of the supporting structures compared to conventional wall constructions available on the market. The ATK 601 and the ZeLa bracket provide added benefits with their high planning reliability and broad range of applications.

    The right solution for any fastening application

    The façade panels can be visibly fastened using rivets or drilling screws, while ceramic tiles can be fastened with brackets. An-gled metal cassettes can be attached to the façade with bolt suspensions. The fischer undercut anchors provide a form-fit fastening without expansion pressure in the conical undercut drill hole and are concealed when viewed from the building’s exterior. The undercut anchor system is completed by the well-engineered and compatible drilling and installation technology as well as additional accessories. Thanks to its broad range of undercut anchors, fischer is able to attach almost any type of cladding material to the façade. It is therefore possible to use façade panels made out of natural stone from a thickness of 20 mm, single-pane and laminated safety glass from a glass thick-ness of 8 mm, as well as ceramic tiles, fibre cement and HPL plates from a thickness of 8 mm. Individual panels or even all panels can subsequently be exchanged with ease through the use of hook-on profiles. Even reveal panels can be fastened easily and with a high degree of flexibility. The varied panel thicknesses can be compensated through the use of stand-off anchor types. This method also allows the realisation of an ele-ment façade as well as factory prefabrication. The long-established technology of the fischer undercut an-chors enables the bending stress of the panel to be reduced by up to 50 per cent compared to standard edge fixings (mandrel, kerf cut and/or plug mandrel fixings or bracket solutions) through the statically adjustable position of the anchor in the 1/5 point on the reverse of the panel. This achieves lower slab bending moments and higher load-bearing capacities and allows more freedom during planning and execution, while better use can be made of the respective technical material properties. The opti-mised static system and increased breakout forces allow larger-sized panels of the same thickness to be used in comparison to edge fastenings. Thinner and therefore lighter panels can also be used, which are economical to purchase and transport, thereby making installation easier. The fischer façade systems business unit works in close prox-imity to markets and customers, subsidiaries and local partners across the globe. SystemTec and BWM façade systems offer compatible solutions and all-in-one systems for a market seg-ment of the future.

    Fischer all-in-one systems for rear-ventilated façades include compat-ible products with tested and approved individual components and a comprehensive range of substructure solutions.

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    Author: Fischer

  • Bulten starts construction of its new manufacturing facility in Poland

    Posted in Acquisitions, Fastener distribution, Industry 4.0, Manufacturing technology on Jun 25, 2021

    As previously announced, Bulten will invest in a new manufacturing facility in Radziechowy-Wieprz in Poland. Due to the pandemic situation in April 2020, this investment was halted. Bulten’s Board of directors has now made the decision to restart the project with immediate effect. The construction of the new factory begins with a groundbreaking ceremony in May 2021 and production is expected to start in the first half of 2023. The main operation in the new plant will be surface treatment.

    “I am very pleased that we finally can start the construction of our new facility in Poland. With this new plant the company will have a state-of-the-art surface treatment processes, both in terms of efficiency, quality and sustainability”, says Anders Nyström, President and CEO of Bulten.

    The new manufacturing facility is located in Radziechowy-Wieprz, close to Bulten’s existing facilities in Bielsko-Biala and Wilkowice. The total investment, including land, building and production equipment, amounts to approximately EUR 31 million, of which about EUR 3.5 million is for the already purchased land. The investment is within the existing credit agreement.

    For further information, please contact:

    Anders Nyström, President and CEO, Bulten tel: 031-734 59 00, e-post: corporatecommunications@bulten.com

    Bulten Group is one of the leading suppliers of fasteners to the international automotive industry. The company’s product range includes everything from customer-specific standard products to customized special fasteners. The company also provides technical development, line-feeding, logistics, material and production expertise. Bulten offers a Full Service Provider concept or parts thereof. The company was founded in 1873, has some 1,600 employees in sixteen countries and head office in Gothenburg. The share (BULTEN) is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Read more at www.bulten.com.

    Author: AHG Bulten AB)

  • The quality in rivets: customized developments, innovative products

    Posted in Fasteners manufacturers, Inserts, Rivets on Mar 12, 2021

    At BRALO we have a SMART balance since we design, engineer, manufacture and distribute our products...

  • Transparency and safety for pipeline installations

    Posted in Fastener suppliers, Hardware, Manufacturing technology on Oct 06, 2020

    Using products that have been tested and technically evaluated by independent accredited bodies is particularly important for planners and builders when it comes to safety-relevant construction projects such as installing pipelines...

  • HEAT-RESISTANT AND ADJUSTABLE

    Posted in Fastener suppliers, Hardware, Hinges, Manufacturing technology on Oct 05, 2020

    Application areas that are exposed to strong heat, vibrations or bad weather conditions need components that secure a reliable locking under these conditions...