News

van Dooremalen Retiring

“Thank you for your commitment and leadership to Calgary Fasteners and TFG,” the Fastener Group stated. “All the best.”

FINdex Outpaces Competition in Q1

Specialty alloys supplier Carpenter Technology achieved the highest gain in the first quarter, boosted by demand for next-gen metallurgy for warfighters.

INDUSTRY

Pac-West Economist: Recession Risk ‘Low’

The economic outlook has improved in the past year, with consumer spending at a record level and interest rates down, according to economist Christopher Thornberg.

DISTRIBUTION

Pac-West Panelists: Fastener Costs Rising

Industry panelists at the Pacific-West Fastener Association spring 2026 conference predicted fastener price increases amid a metal market resurgence, increased logistics costs, and energy and labor price hikes.

INDUSTRY

IFI Reports 'Resilience' in NA Fastener Market

Industrial Fasteners Institute notes North American market gains driven by infrastructure investment, reshoring initiatives, and continued demand in automotive and aerospace manufacturing.

INDUSTRY

IFI Awards Soaring Eagles to LeVey & Kalnow

Awards recognize technical and public service contributions to the North American fastener industry.

INDUSTRY

ITW Shakeproof's Vollmert to Lead IFI

Shakeproof Sales & Engineering Director Kevin Vollmert was elected Industrial Fasteners Institute Chair for the upcoming 2026-2027 term.

MANUFACTURING

Sems and Specials Names New President

Fastener industry veteran's previous experience includes serving as Nylok GM for New Jersey and Mexico, as well as project engineer for ITW.

INTERNATIONAL

SFS Fastening Systems Sales Drop

North American construction industry proves more dynamic than its European counterpart in 2025.

DISTRIBUTION

Fastenal Building New Southeast DC

Slated to open in spring 2027, the new Southeast facility will be significantly larger than Fastenal’s current 252,000 sq ft regional distribution center in Atlanta.