Fastener News Archive

Delivering the complete fastening package

14th September 2023

Bossard Group is a company steeped in history and has established itself as a global leader within fastening technology. Here we speak to CEO Daniel Bossard about how the business is able to work with its customers to provide the optimal fastening solutions and services.  Bossard is known for its ability to work in partnership with its customers – providing bespoke answers to meet specialised r...

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Lightweight renewable energy kit for solar installation

13th September 2023

Devised in collaboration with solar installers, C.K Tools has launched a Solar Installer Kit, tailor made to provide the core tools required to complete a solar installation in a lightweight, durable and affordable package. The kit launch comes in response to the demand for solar installations in both domestic and commercial settings, as company’s strive to reach net zero emissions targets and...

Power Generation

Berner Group surveys construction sector

13th September 2023

Berner Group has carried out a survey of over 1,227 decision makers within the wood, stone, metal processing and installation technology sectors in a cross-nation barometer, which shows that whilst the outlook for the building trade is certainly not brilliant at the moment, many companies are not dissatisfied with the business year to date. Thomas Eikel, head of segment management construction...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Hilti recognised by EcoVadis

12th September 2023

Hilti has recently received EcoVadis’ gold rating for the third consecutive year, in which the sustainability rating agency acknowledged Hilti as a "leader in carbon management” and as a “company with a best-in-class greenhouse gas management system and strong ambitions for decarbonisation”. The company was also recognised for its commitment to reducing its CO2 emissions.  EcoVadis is a provide...

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Keep tools and accessories within easy reach

12th September 2023

Designed to provide a reliable and efficient solution for tool organisation, this new Magnetic Holders & Tray Set from Laser Tools offers a comprehensive and convenient solution for keeping tools and accessories in order. This set includes four magnetic holders, constructed from durable Laser-blue powder-coated steel and equipped with strong magnets to securely attach to tool cabinets, meta...

Automotive

Lesjöfors awarded bronze Ecovadis award

11th September 2023

As part of its sustainability journey, Lesjöfors Group recently joined the EcoVadis platform for the first time and in its first assessment achieved a bronze medal.   EcoVadis is a provider of business sustainability ratings, including more than 75,000 companies in its assessment. The Ecovadis rating covers a wide range of ESG topics, including environment, labour and human rights, ethics and s...

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Customer service at the heart of pgb-Polska

11th September 2023

pgb-Polska, the production subsidiary of nylon and steel anchors for pgb-Europe – a leading supplier and manufacturer of fixings, anchors and tools, is a major eastern European player strongly committed to digitisation and modernisation, with customer service at heart. With recent investments in automated packaging lines and distribution capabilities, pgb-Polska promises high-quality materials...

Construction + Civil Engineering

From a single source

8th September 2023

In December of last year, SurTec International GmbH acquired omniTECHNIK Mikroverkapselungs GmbH – one of the top suppliers in the market for precoating materials in the field of fasteners and threaded parts, through its precote® brand. The precote® product program serves a wide variety of applications in the field of thread precoating worldwide, including automotive, eMobility, mechanical engi...

Automotive

Dow wash-off label adhesive recognised for sustainable package design

8th September 2023

INVISU™ 7007 wash-off pressure sensitive adhesive from Dow has received recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for meeting or exceeding its most strict Critical Guidance Protocol for the recycling of clear PET articles with filmic labels and closures.  APR’s Critical Guidance Recognition is a widely accepted recyclability assessment for plastics packaging and is granted to...

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Impact driver bits engineered for durability

7th September 2023

DEWALT has announced its new FLEXTORQ® Impact Driver Bits, the latest generation of impact driver bits that have been engineered for durability. With redesigned tip geometries, the bits offer users optimal performance and fit. The company states the new FLEXTORQ® PH2 bits drive 100% more screws per bit while the bits for use with T20 to T40 size fasteners deliver from two times up to five time...

Construction + Civil Engineering