Fully Threaded Radio

The boys meant no harm when they took a brief hiatus over the holidays, and now they're back to kick off a new year of fastener talk radio. ND Industries VP of Business Development, Jim Barr , talks fastener training, and explains ND's new line of adhesive fastening products (24:20). Rob Lucas , of Fidelis Fasteners , opines on the longshoreman's "slow down", BBI's success, and changing buying hab...

Unlike winning at slots, or in the podcasting game, fast-paced fastener talk radio is no long shot as Mark Klosek and Dave Kjanek , of the Vertex Distribution team, describe the current stainless market (18:40). Then, the annual Semi All-Star Panel convenes to review this year's Vegas fastener show, with John Butler , Laura Vath and Bob Baer spinning the wheel (1:01:14). Fastener industry newshoun...

Just ahead of the latest Vegas fastener show, it's more projectile fastener Internet talk radio! Outspoken fastener man and political wonk, Mr. Charlie Kerr , speaks on his late father, reshoring, and the upcoming mid-term elections (1:07:47). Jackie "Kind of a Big Deal in the Industry" Ventura , presents the Fastener News Report, and explains the disastrous reality of "common core", the federal g...

The boys are back, feeling ever so safe thanks to far reaching efforts of our benevolent federal government, along with Mark Georgia of Fascomp (59:05), NIFS partner Mike McGuire (13:21), and Mike McNulty with the Fastener News Report, this time joined by Field Fastener president, Mr. Jim Derry (36:10). Run time: 01:31:12

The fastener industry may be throwing cold water around, but business conditions are hot. Mike McNulty explains the dramatic spike in the July FDI numbers, and also is joined by Robbie Gilchrist , who has news about this year's Gilchrist Foundation scholarship award winners (24:39). During the third installment of "Legends of the Industry", Trinity Hardware Headquarters' head honcho, Dan Zehnder s...

During a virtual shore lunch of fastener industry news and information, Jay Queenin and Kelly Cole , of Specialty Bolt & Screw , explain their new partnership and plans to expand internationally (1:01:06). MWFA president, Rich Cavoto , recaps this year's table top and golf event (17:21). Fastener Technology International editor, Mike McNulty presents the Fastener News Report and is joined by H...

There's more than one way to measure success, and the same can be said of hex head cap screws. Stelfast president, Simmi , presents her perspective on various fastener industry issues, including the Taiwanese plating situation, and goes on to describe her involvement with an all-new organization, designed to enable success for fastener professionals across the industry (1:27:45). Fastener Technolo...

Wurth executive VP Marc Strandquist discusses the acquisition of Timberline Fasteners (20:39). Don "Solution Man" Shan, along with Laura Vath and Marty Nolan recap this year's wildly successful NCFA Distributor Social (1:06:54). Mike McNulty and BB&T analyst Holden Lewis explain the surging FDI numbers (39:44). Brian and Eric try to take it easy, without much luck. Run time: 01:50:50

IFI chairman, Mark Quebbeman (01:03:02), and Jason Sandefur of GlobalFastenerNews.com (20:16). Plus, FDI numbers for March with Mike McNulty and BB&T analyst Holden Lewis (38:15). Bonus: Joe Truckey explains this year's win at the Mel. Lots to chew on during another fine episode with Brian and Eric. Run time: 01:43:37.

On the occasion of a momentous episode, Trinity Hardware Headquarters owner, Mr. Dan Zehnder drops in for an update, and makes clear why his company's fourth year is a fond but distant memory (1:06:10). Ruth Dowling joins Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to report on the recent Fastener Fair Mexico, from which she returned virtually unscathed (40:08...

The sound of new business opportunity is a sweet song indeed, as Aaron Shushan of manufacturer rep agency Specialty Sales attests (20:10). In contrast, the sour notes of government overreach have inspired a burgeoning movement to squelch the music, as Goldwater Institute veteran constitutional attorney, Mr. Nick Dranias , explains (1:07:21). Meanwhile, the fastener industry has maintained a steady...

Jay Minichino of the MFDA reports on the recent economic summit meeting in New York (10:51). Pac-West president, Tracy Lehman , and NFDA VP, Paul Tiffany , recount the recent events at the joint association conference in Palm Springs (1:08:01). BB&T analyst Holden Lewis joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to explain the seasonally adjusted FDI numbers (41:02). Brian and Eric announc...

Unapologetically, president of The Fastener Connection and SFA, and second generation fastener man, Michael Rodriguez , tells it like it is (1:01:06). Fastener software baron, Bob Reynolds , is heading back to Vegas for the annual INxSQL user group meeting (20:05). Brighton Best VP of sales, Steve Andrasik joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report (40:39). Brian keeps shoveling snow, while Er...

The same cold winds have been blowing from the north, and from the nation's capital for some time. Fortunately, an exciting line-up of all new guests joins Brian and Eric to shake up the winter doldrums, as MaryLouise Eckman , of All Points Fasteners , tells her tale of non-conventional fastener success (1:14:20). Reshoring Initiative founder, Mr. Harry Moser , joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener N...

Like the climate in general, the weather outside is chilling, but the year's first installment of predominantly fastener-related talk radio warms the hearts of threaded fastening aficionados, as Stelfast president, Simmi , presents her optimistic view of the fastener world to launch the 2014 season (1:08:52). Also, NFDA and Hodell-Natco president, Kevin Reidl , previews upcoming industry conferenc...

Wrapping up another year of predominantly fastener-related online talk radio, FTR welcomes the jovial, Mr. Dan Zehnder , who shares his thoughts on the state of the industry and describes exciting expansion at Trinity Hardware Headquarters (21:52). Brighton Best International director of purchasing, Jun Xu , explains progress of the PFC roll up, and announces a new training program being offered t...

The monkeys were purple, the shirts were red, and another Vegas fastener show is in the books. Get the inside scoop as Metric & Multistandard national sales manager, Rich Cavoto , Daggerz lady, Joanne Bialas , along with Andy Graham , of National Threaded Fasteners , discuss the big show in review (1:15:17). Mike McNulty and analyst Holden Lewis present reasons to be optimistic, as the FDI tra...

They say every time a door closes, another opens up. The federal government is back in business just as a venerated fastener supplier loses its battle to an aggressive industry rival. Meanwhile, fastener people from across the industry prepare for the annual pilgrimage to Vegas. BBI sales VP, Mr. Steve Andrasik , summarizes the Porteous acquisition. Rob Lucas , of Fidelis Fasteners , explains what...

With headlines flying fast, the FTR team delivers another episode well worth your time. Executive VP of the Wurth Group , Mr. Marc Strandquist, announces his company's ambitious expansion plan (1:03:37). WIFI members, Pam Berry and Jennifer Friel, preview their upcoming NIFS program (17:59). Also, NCFA president, Marty Nolan, joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to describe his organizat...

Some people want funding, some want to start wars, others just want to sell some fasteners. FTR showcases all three during its latest, far-reaching edition while it welcomes fastener renaissance man, Mr. Charlie Kerr , of legendary socket producer, Kerr Lakeside (1:08:30). A diminutive set screw brings Fastener Specialties Manufacturing proprietor, Rick Perkaus , onto the scene to discuss breaking...

You may not like it, want it, or need it, but the government is coming to help you. And it wouldn’t want anything bad to happen, so it’s watching very closely. Meanwhile, industry veteran, Mr. Don Haggerty , of Stelfast , is keeping a sharp eye on developments surrounding the latest anti-dumping claims, and he shares his best guesses as to where the new petitions will lead (59:46). On the Fastener...

What’s behind the latest moves at Porteous Fastener Company ? How is additive manufacturing and 3D printing impacting the fastener industry in today’s market? And what is the significance of the FDI and PMI divergence in July? Bob Porteous shares his thoughts and hopes for the future (1:04:33). Top A. Raymond Tinnerman R&D engineers explain their efforts in utilizing additive manufacturing tec...

As summer temperatures rise, is the fastener industry heating up along with them? What new anti-dumping claim has the NFDA speaking out? And who is the “other” Jim Sullivan? Industry oracle, Mr. Andy Cohn , of Duncan Bolt , shares his thoughts on these and other issues (59:31). On the Fastener News Report, market analyst, Holden Lewis , and Mike McNulty discuss the June FDI results (31:30). Plus,...

The analysts speak of slow but steady growth (21:19). Meanwhile, the mood is tentatively positive as the summer’s largest fastener event comes to a successful conclusion, but evidence suggests earth-shattering changes on the horizon. New NFDA president, and Hodell-Natco chief, Mr. Kevin Reidl , presents his vision for the year ahead (1:03:49). BB&T Capital Markets analyst, Holden Lewis , joins...

Progress comes in many forms, and it seems to be accelerating in exponential fashion. Fastener Tech ’13 is right around the corner, and Team FCH prepares to expound on this and related ideas during their multimedia break-out session at the conference. VP of sales and marketing for Elgin Fastener Group , Mr. Marty Goeree , explains the progression of one of the industry’s most aggressive acquisitio...