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With a long view on the fastener industry and numerous careers to reflect on,  Distributor’s Link Magazine  publisher Mr.  Leo Coar  recounts the launch of his flagship businesses and shares thoughts on a range of topics. From the shift away from domestic manufacturing and rise of the master importers, to the early days of the fastener shows, to the impact of AI tech on fastene...

The fastener market may be going nuts, but marketing pros  Rosa Hearn  of BBI and  Joe Shoemaker  of AFC Industries keep a steady hand while getting the right messaging to the industry (1:07:11). Würth Industry USA managing director  Chapman Revercomb  joins senior news editor  Mike McNulty  on the  Fastener News Report  to read into the latest FDI...

Fastener Fair USA in Nashville was a big success with strong traffic, numerous education and networking opportunities, Nascar simulator competition and a down home after hours event. The lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey gathered reactions and commentary from show attendees from across the industry, including Josh Winkler, Louis Speedon, GHIII, Heidi Volltrauer, Tim Vath, Kim Penland, Bob Chiricost...

The screw turns as the industry heads to Nashville for its annual spring jamboree. NCFA Distributor Social attendees, Gary Graham, Justine Urban, Morgan Wilson speak with the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey. On the Fastener Training Minute, thread guru Carmen Vertullo explains new structural bolt standard changes that could impact hydrogen embrittlemen...

With over 20 years at Fastenal,  Sam Aldinger  makes the jump into homesteading, balancing a blend of animal husbandry, podcasting and digital business coaching all while managing a fulfilling family life. The discussion touches on the importance of data in fastener distribution and manufacturing, selecting the correct B2B commerce platform, networking into farm communities, the culture...

The fastener industry reacts to the new tariffs as the impacts begin to take shape. Field Fastener president  Adam Derry  joins Fastener Technology International editor  Mike McNulty  to sort out the tanking FDI numbers on the  Fastener News Report  (21:16). Returning from Stuttgart, Goebel Fasteners CEO  Christian Reich  checks in with his read (12:55)...

The world’s largest dedicated fastener show,  Fastener Fair Global , took place in Stuttgart, Germany and  Eurolink Fastener Supply Service  founder and president  Craig Penland  was there. He reviews this year’s show as well as some of his adventures exploring various locations in Europe. He also shares a surprising take on the European view of the tariffs. Run...

Despite shifting tariff pronouncements, the fastener industry records another strong month as Brighton Best International president Jun Xu joins newsman Mike McNulty explain on the  Fastener News Report  (28:33). Meanwhile, Rick Perkhaus of Fastener Specialties Manufacturing confronts an issue facing many small to mid-sized family operations (8:37). On...

Lots of news with tariffs. This is breaking every day now, as it turns out. Endries CEO Michael Knight reacts to the latest tariffs and shares thoughts on what they mean for the fastener industry. You’ve heard him on the podcast before, probably seen him at various shows, and seen his many posts on LinkedIn. He’s a person who has many insights and an excellent perspective to share with us her...

Canadian locknut provider J.Lanfranco Fastener Systems supplies premium fasteners to industries on both sides of the border. VP Jason Baines discusses his approach working with partners across the supply chain, shares thoughts on changing political conditions, and looks for the best in everyone involved. Run time: 22:55

Pac-West Fastener Association spring conference floor interviews and coverage, including  Paul Vittori ,  George Martinez ,  Darlene Collis ,  Carl Spackman ,  Michael Chen ,  Jake “Valdez” Davis ,  Christian Reich  and  Steve “The Sasco Man” Dunham . PLUS: Golf tourney winners. Run time: 27:42

The fastener industry powers ahead amid unsettling tariff news, cyber warfare and sky high egg prices. Martin Fastening Supply EVP  Scott McDaniel  joins newsman  Mike McNulty  to sift through the surprising FDI numbers on the  Fastener News Report  (29:22). From his new operating base in Malaysia, Würth EVP Asia-Pacific Dee Ward shares a very different viewpoint, as...

FTR co-host Brian Musker shares two stories from his recent adventures outside of the FCH data lab (15:32). Fastener industry guru Carmen Vertullo explains lot traceability and why you should be on good terms with your test lab (28:19). WTC Managed IT Services senior consultant Will Snyder provides an important Microsoft security tip all distributors should understand (10:05). PLUS: What happened...

As he rides into the sunset,  Steve “The Sasco Man” Dunham  stops by to take stock in a fastener career well spent (9:08). On the  Fastener News Report ,  Mike McNulty  welcomes Würth Industry USA COO  Jeff Schmitt  to read into sinking FDI numbers, plus major strategic announcements from Würth (35:16).  Carmen Vertullo  explains proper nut lubrica...

Skidmore-Wilhelm  expert and proprietor Mr.  John O’Brien  and industry guru  Carmen Vertullo  delve deeply into the applications, uses and origins of tension bolting’s most unique and essential tool. Discover simple yet effective lubricating techniques, little known but deadly hazards of improper bolt tensioning, and exclusive training opportunities during this wide...

The new fastener year begins with dramatic headlines, Fastener Technology International editor in chief Mike McNulty breaks the stories and welcomes Huyett CEO Tim O'Keeffe to look at complete 2024 FDI numbers plus the outlook for the year ahead on the Fastener News Report . EXTRA: Star Stainless president Tim Roberto Jr. explains the latest huge LSG acquisition. On the Fastener Training Minute ,...

‘Tis the season to reveal new fastener association officers, as industry veteran rep  Robert Rundle  of R.W. Rundle Associates takes the lead at the MFDA (8:36). On the  Fastener Training Minute ,  Carmen Vertullo  explains a critical aspect of plating (18:30). Plus, the next winner of the  IronClad Gloves Out of The Rut  contest. CHRISTMAS BONUS:  J. R. Pra...

The FDI brings a lump of coal to the fastener industry, but Star Stainless president Tim Roberto Jr. and Fastener Technology International senior news editor Mike McNulty remain positive, despite mixed feelings over probable new tariffs, on the Fastener News Report (20:23). Goebel Fasteners CEO Christian Reich takes more fastener limelight at this year's Fastenal Expo (14:21). PLUS: Marco Rodrigue...

Premium fastener provider J. Lanfranco sends mining industry veteran Steve Roebuck on a mission to dig up new business from an international market (11:20). On the Fastener Training Minute , thread educator Carmen Vertullo discusses a classic question involving nylon insert locknuts (22:50). PLUS: The first winner of the "Out of the Rut" IronClad gloves contest! Brian and Eric hone their skills an...

Fastener industry optimism keeps the latest FDI numbers strong as AFC VP of sales John Kovatch joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report (19:55). There's more good news for fastener mud racers as Jake "Valdez" Davis of BTM Manufacturing announces dates for next year's huge MWFA event (7:15). PLUS: Brian and Eric launch the new IronClad gloves "Out of the Rut" contest. Run time: 53:30

Jo Morris of Desert Distribution and TJ McFarland of Brikksen travel far afield in their fastener endeavors, jamming in as much fun as good business will allow (4:28). Thread guru Carmen Vertullo discusses thread stripping on the Fastener Training Minute (21:26).

Digital fastener data is like footprints that leave a long lasting imprint.  So says JR Prahl of mega-industrial supplier OneMonroe (45:19). On the Fastener News Report , senior fastener newsman Mike McNulty welcomes Martin Fastening Supply EVP Scott McDaniel to discuss the soaring FDI readings from the most recent report (10:18). Brian and Eric set a new fastener data course of their own whi...

Würth EVP Larry Stevens shares his thoughts as he guides the world's largest industrial supplier toward global integration and connectivity. From simple midwest beginnings, he spent 16 years building the business in Asia before returning to the U.S. to focus on directing the company's vast collection of companies towards a more unified growth course. During this wide-ranging conversation, Larry sh...

Don "The Amazing" Shan joins Brian and Eric for semi-comprehensive IFE '24 coverage, featuring Larry Stevens, Jo Morris, Marcel Goebel, Wayne Wishnew, Lisa Sanderson, Jake Glaser, John Gaudette, Mike Robinson and many more!  An important name was added to the wall this year, and the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey was there.  Plus, Earnest CEO Kirk Zehnder joins industry newsman Mike Mc...

Fastener industry 50 year veteran and Goebel Fasteners national sales manager Sam Underwood explains what makes a great distributor (14:29). Will Snyder of WTC Business Technology Services on the fallout from the Cloudstrike internet outage snafu (1:29:54). Birmingham Fastener & Supply CEO Brad Tinney joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to review the sudden dip in the FDI (42:09). O...