North American construction industry proves more dynamic than its European counterpart in 2025.
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.
During 2025, Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. continued its diversification away from automotive toward non-automotive customers.
McKinney, TX-based provider of inventory management and supply chain solutions will join AFC Industries’ Aerospace & Defense business unit.
“I’m incredibly grateful for the past 10 years at Birmingham Fastener and the opportunity to grow alongside such an outstanding company.”
Taiwan's fastener industry confronts freight spikes, Chinese dumping, and Korean steel substitution in a perfect storm of challenges.
Italy-based Poggipolini has acquired a majority stake in Aero Fasteners Pvt. Ltd., entering India’s aerospace and defense manufacturing sector.
FasLab is a consulting service for screw, bolt, and bolted joint design practices, addressing the common shortage of verification and consulting resources.
“When you don’t bring imports into the greater supply chain, there are fewer pieces and parts,” Larry Spelman said. “There’s not always enough product to go around to fuel everybody’s growth.”
Investor support follows efforts by India-based Sundram to expand its non-automotive portfolio through wind energy, aerospace, and railway fasteners growth.
Registration opens for the National Fastener Distributor Association’s June 17-19 meeting in Indianapolis.
Sweden-based fastener manufacturer Bulten Group has agreed to assume full ownership of its operations in India, and will relocate its current operations to Chennai.
