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E D I TO R I A L Will Lowry, editor, Fastener + Fixing Magazine

The topic on everyone’s lips The European Commission’s announcements – at the end of February – to repeal the high anti-dumping duties on certain steel fasteners originating in China, has raised a lot of concerns and questions in the industry on what will happen next.

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n our News section we have published an in-depth article that looks at the key facts of the Regulation (EU 2016/278) that repealed the measures; the background of the original anti-dumping measures and why they were introduced; as well as what the future may hold.

Also included in the News section are statements from the European Industrial Fasteners Institute (EIFI), which represents European fastener manufacturers, as well as the European Fastener Distributors Association (EFDA) in response to the European Commission’s decision to repeal the anti-dumping measures.

To make sure that you are kept up to date with all the latest developments regarding anti-dumping make sure you visit www.fastenerandfixing.com Our Cover Story focuses on voestalpine Wire Technology GmbH and especially its new wire rod rolling mill in St. Peter-Freienstein, Austria, which – after a three year investment programme – has just commenced production. Further underlining voestalpine Wire Technology’s status as the leading European producer of wire rod and drawn wire.

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Fastener + Fixing Magazine will be on hand throughout wire 2016, interviewing senior industry participants and preparing an in-depth post show report. If you would like us to visit your stand please email me at editor@fastenerandfixing.com We also have a selection of fascinating insights on some key topics within the industry. This includes Dr Tom Gunston, special projects manager at VJ Technology Ltd – who looks at the hazards of dust from construction site activities and explores some of the methods to reduce risk from a potentially deadly source; as well as technical articles from Nord-Lock Group and SPIROL International Corporation that both concentrate on the challenges of working with plastics and composites.

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Anti-dumping on steel fasteners from China removed Virtually out of the blue, the European Commission repealed the high anti-dumping duties on certain steel fasteners originating in China – throwing the European and Asian fastener industries into turmoil.

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n Saturday 27th February 2016 the European Commission published Regulation EU 2016/278 in the Official Journal of the European Union, “repealing the definitive anti-dumping duty imposed on imports of certain iron or steel fasteners originating in the People’s Republic of China, as extended to imports of certain iron or steel fasteners consigned from Malaysia, whether declared as originating in Malaysia or not”.

The Regulation outlines the rulings against the EU by the WTO Dispute Settlement Body and its Appellate Body, the latest and most critical of which was circulated on 18 th January 2016.

The Regulation then simply states: “In view of the findings (of the WTO Dispute Settlement Body) the Commission considers that in accordance with Article 1(1)(a) of the WTO enabling Regulation it is appropriate to repeal the anti-dumping duties imposed by Regulation (EC) No 91/2009, as amended by Implementing Regulation (EU) No 924/2012 and maintained by Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/519.”

It also states clearly: “The repeal of the anti-dumping duties... shall take effect from the date of the entry into force of this Regulation... and shall not serve as a basis for the reimbursement of the duties collected prior to that date.”

The Regulation came into force the day after publication in the Official Journal, removing anti-dumping duties of up to 74.1% on 28 th February 2016.

A full copy of the Regulation may be downloaded from the EU Official Journal in any of the twenty-four official languages of the EU.

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Background The anti-dumping measures were originally brought into force in January 2009 with maximum duties set at 85%.

In 2012 they were extended to cover imports from Malaysia following a circumvention investigation. Last year following an Expiry Review they were confirmed for what was expected to be a further five years.

Body report, which supported most of the critical rulings against the EU and reversed some others in China’s favour.

The WTO rulings are complex and can be read in full by visiting its website and searching for dispute case DS397.

Two aspects of the rulings appear to have been fatal to the continuation of the EU anti-dumping measures. One related to the way in which the EU

“ Two aspects of the rulings appear to have been fatal to the continuation of the EU anti-dumping measures.”

Questions over the validity of the EU measures began almost immediately, when in July 2009 China initiated a protracted WTO Dispute Settlement process, which concluded in final rulings this January. In 2012 the EU issued a new regulation reducing the maximum duty level to 74.1% – which it claimed brought its measures into compliance with WTO rulings. China disputed this assertion and in October returned to the WTO Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) to initiate compliance proceedings. In August 2015 the Compliance Panel issued its findings, which broadly supported the Chinese position. The EU appealed, and China cross-appealed. On 12 th February 2016 the DSB adopted an Appellate

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defined the domestic industry in order to determine injury as a result of dumping activity. The Appellate Body found that the Commission’s methods introduced “a material risk of distortion in the industry definition and in the injury determination”.

Many of the critical rulings revolved around the use and lack of transparency of the analogue country mechanism to calculate the basis for the eventual tariffs. For non-market economies the usual comparison between domestic and export pricing to evaluate dumping is deemed in EU law as inappropriate.

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From the outset the European Fastener Distributors Association (EFDA) disputed the validity of this comparison method, including arguing that the Indian company had strong commercial links with one of the main protagonists of the anti-dumping complaint. EFDA also argued strongly that the investigation was incorrect in comparing the type and grade of product produced by a primarily automotive quality producer in India with the generally commercial grades produced in China.

The WTO final rulings found the EU was inconsistent with WTO rules in a number of respects relating to the analogue mechanism, including a failure to establish dumping margins on the basis of a comparison of all comparable export transactions. It was also critical of a number of areas in which the Commission failed to provide sufficient information on the characteristics of the Indian products used to determine normal values, and in failing to make adjustments for differences in taxation, raw material and energy costs.

Decision to repeal Clearly the European Commission believed it had no legal options to continue the anti-dumping measures. Its considerations were entirely confidential and it appears not to have sought to consult with either European fastener manufacturers or importers/distributors.

Termination of anti-dumping measures requires the approval of EU member states through the Trade Defence Instruments Committee on which representatives of all EU states sit. This Committee sits behind closed doors and its deliberations and decisions are not made public. It is known that a simple majority was required to support the Commission repeal proposal but a binding rejection of it would have required a qualified majority, needing sixteen member states representing at least 65% of the EU population to object.

The Committee’s final vote was cast on 24th February 2016 and the Commission was unusually quick to publish the repeal regulation dated 26th February 2016, seemingly to head off imminent and punitive Chinese retaliatory measures on EU goods.

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Both EIFI (European Industrial Fasteners Institute) and EFDA became aware of the probability the Commission was proposing a repeal and made submissions to it and to national governments vigorously objecting. The EIFI position was entirely consistent as instigator of the original complaint and supporter of the continuation of the measures. The EFDA stance was more complex. EFDA has consistently maintained its commitment to free and fair trade. It objected, not so much to the principle of trade defence measures as to the distortive effect of the excessively high-level of tariffs applied.

In particular it has objected to the lack of transparency throughout, culminating in the secretive and abrupt nature of the termination of the measures. Both associations argue, correctly, that European businesses need time to adjust to the wide-ranging implications of the repeal.

The European Commission has the power to initiate a new investigation under its own initiative. EIFI’s submission to the Commission requested this in the event of the repeal of the measures.

The Commission, though, is understood to have assessed that there is no legal basis to do so, presumably because the high-level of tariffs blocked imports from China so there is no substantial historic data to demonstrate dumping or injury.

The Commission has committed to monitoring the market, although given supply lead times from Asia, it will take some time before changes in the pattern of trade become clear. The onus, therefore, sits with EIFI to lodge new complaints, potentially for both anti-dumping and anti-subsidy. The Commission apparently told member states it would be sympathetic to an early complaint but the risk of further legal challenges from China suggests it will need to be an extremely robust one.

“ E uropean manufacturers and importers face a significant and potentially extremely disruptive period of uncertainty.”

What next?

The abrupt announcement inevitably generated a torrent of ‘good news’ emails from China exporters requesting European importers to place their orders now the anti-dumping tariffs have been removed.

The reality is far less black and white. European manufacturers and importers face a significant and potentially extremely disruptive period of uncertainty. As EIFI correctly maintains in its statement, the WTO rulings identified procedural failings on the part of the European Commission but did not question the fundamental assessments that dumping was occurring prior to 2009 or that it was causing material injury to the European manufacturing industry.

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The added complication is that an early complaint will necessarily have to make the case for an imminent threat of recurrence of dumping and injury, in the absence of any historic data on imports from China. That is legitimate and to a large extent was the basis on which the Expiry Review determined in March 2015 that the anti-dumping measures should be extended for a further period. Having burned its fingers so badly on fasteners, though, it will not be surprising if the Commission demands substantively higher justification to open a new investigation.

EIFI has made clear it “remains vigilant to ensure that the EU market is not undermined by new or continuing

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“ For now, though, there is no way of telling if and when a new investigation might be initiated.” unfair trade practices wherever they originate”. The last three words add another consideration, which is that EIFI could feasibly consider complaints that are not isolated to imports from China, but encompass other Asian fastener manufacturing sources.

Importing from China will not be risk free For now, though, there is no way of telling if and when a new investigation might be initiated. Once an investigation is announced the timescales become a little clearer. According to the EU ‘basic’ anti-dumping regulation, provisional duties may be applied no earlier than sixty days from the date of initiation of an investigation and no later than nine months from that date. It is, however, almost unprecedented for provisional duties to be applied rapidly – it is far more typical for provisional duties to be applied towards the end of the nine-month window. Again, under close scrutiny, it is improbable the Commission would do anything other than work through the investigatory process thoroughly.

The Commission has up to 15 months to confirm definitive duties. It can also decide that these should be backdated to ninety days prior to the application of provisional duties – but not earlier than the initiation date. To do this it will need to instruct national customs authorities to specifically record (register) imports from China.

The WTO rulings make it improbable any new investigation would result in tariffs as high as those recently repealed. The additional complication is that the EU has by December to decide whether or not to grant China market

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economy status, a right China maintains is assured by its accession protocol to WTO membership. That decision could easily overshadow and influence the outcome of a fastener investigation.

Nevertheless, the serious risk remains that new duties will be applied at some point and that they could still outweigh the cost differential between China and other Asian fastener sources.

Importers, then, face an assessment – more accurately given the lack of transparency, a gamble – between the cost benefits of placing orders on China and the risk of new tariffs being imposed, on an unknown date and at an unknown level. The landscape of Chinese manufacturing has clearly changed since 2008. More prudent importers will want to audit current capabilities of factories they may well have known well eight years ago. Strategic, high volume importers also have supply agreements in place with other source countries and, no doubt, suppliers keen to convince key customers not to rush to China. More tactical purchasers, though, are already switching sources. If cost advantages are deployed to win share then markets are likely to feel a disruptive impact – particularly, if has been suggested, already manufactured product destined to be transshipped to avoid duties is now shipped direct to Europe.

Wider impacts There is little question fastener costs from China remain lower than other sources, although initial assessments suggest the exact differential varies substantially depending on the product type. Market and government failures to eradicate overcapacity have meant Chinese steel prices have plummeted

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over the last year or so. In recent days, though, Chinese steel prices have rebounded on the back of government commitments to re-energise the domestic market. Whether that enthusiasm will sustain remains to be seen.

If EU imports from China ramp up to anywhere near pre-2009 levels there is a clear and major threat to the viability of European manufacturing. It is also inevitable that the deflationary effect of raw material costs will be exacerbated as fastener suppliers come under pressure from OEM purchasers to pass on perceived cost advantages.

The fragmented and highly competitive nature of the fastener industry makes it highly improbable distributors will retain cost advantages as margin.

Fastener stockholders also have an immediate challenge – the existing level and value of inventory they hold, which risks being devalued as a result of the abruptness of the Commission’s decision. Manufacturers and stockholders alike need time to make adjustments to market changes, let alone a major artificial distortion.

As our Asian News pages report the sudden repeal has also staggered the Taiwanese fastener industry, the major beneficiary of the seven years of high duties on its mainland competitor’s products. If nothing else this should make next month’s Kaohsiung fastener exhibition an extraordinary event.

There is far more to come on this story. We will as always monitor events closely, and as in the case of this repeal, use www.fastenerandfixing.com to ensure readers know what is happening quickly, followed by in depth analysis in our next print issue.

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EIFI vigilant for unfair trade practices The European Industrial Fasteners Institute, which represents European fastener manufacturers, issued a statement on 3rd March 2016 in response to the European Commission’s decision to repeal the anti-dumping measures on certain iron and steel fasteners originating in China. Here is the statement in full.

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IFI notes with disappointment the publication and entry into force of Regulation EU 2016/278, which annuls the anti-dumping duties on iron and steel fasteners originating in China and Malaysia. The duties were in place because Chinese producers were dumping fasteners on the EU market causing direct injury to Union producers and the Union market itself. The duties also applied to fasteners from Malaysia because Chinese traders were using that country to circumvent the duties on China.

Dumping is an unfair trade practice that is subject to sanction under the WTO’s global trade rules. This is because dumping can destroy markets and innovation and drive efficient producers out of business. WTO law allows members to protect their markets against these unfair trade practices.

The EU fasteners industry is made up of a large number of small and medium sized family producers. It employs directly around 30,000 people across the Union and many more indirectly. It is a high-tech precision industry that provides essential inputs into the wider European economy. Without fasteners, cars and all other high value EU products fall apart.

Without a healthy fastener industry and the daily interplay

between producers and users, innovation in our industry and in our customers’ industries simply doesn’t happen.

The European Commission decided that the duties had to be annulled because the WTO found that there were procedural mistakes in the Commission investigation leading to the imposition of the duties. The WTO did not find that Chinese producers were not dumping. EIFI continues to work so that the European fastener industry remains financially strong and capable of renewing itself and being innovative. Our industry contributes to jobs, innovation and growth in Europe and the making of word-class high-tech EU products. In the light of the annulment of the existing duties countering unfair trade, EIFI remains vigilant to ensure that the EU market is not undermined by new or continuing unfair trade practices wherever they originate.

The EU fastener industry is committed to open trade and fair competition. It has entrusted EIFI with the task of working with the EU and other national and international institutions to ensure that fairness is respected by all.

Anders Karlsson, president of EIFI – European Industrial Fasteners Institute

Removal of anti-dumping duties to have detrimental impact for distributors The European Fastener Distributors Association (EFDA) has issued a statement in response to the European Commission’s decision to repeal the anti-dumping measures on certain iron and steel fasteners originating in China. Here is the statement in full.

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FDA objected to the imposition of anti-dumping measures on the import of iron and steel fasteners from China in 2009, and to the corrective measures in 2012, criticising, above all, the lack of transparency of the anti-dumping investigation. Our sector has unfairly suffered from the inappropriately high anti-dumping duties of 74%, which have distorted the fastener market radically and unnecessarily. In fact, imports of products from China almost disappeared on the Union market after the imposition of the original measures. It has been hard for European fastener importers to cope with the measures in force and our sector has worked hard to adapt to the distortion on the fastener market.

With the complete and abrupt removal of anti-dumping duties of 74% European fastener distributors, which have unfairly suffered from the imposition of anti-dumping duties in 2009, become for a second time victim of the anti-dumping proceedings.

The European Commission’ reaction to the WTO ruling will have similarly detrimental effects to their original imposition – creating severe economic damage for fastener distributors, great uncertainty and heavy distortions on the fastener market, as well as jeopardising numerous jobs across Europe.

EFDA urged the Commission not to rush to an early removal of the duties, but to use any possible margin and time frame to reduce them to an appropriate level. This would correspond to the principles of free and fair trade shared by EFDA. Dr Volker Lederer, president of European Fastener Distributors Association

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Bulten reports 11.6% sales growth in 2015 Bulten AB has reported that it achieved 11.6% sales growth in 2015 – with net sales reaching SEK 2,693 million (approximately 289 million euros), compared with SEK 2,414 million in 2014.

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BIT was SEK 165 million (up from SEK 133 million) corresponding to an operating margin of 6.1%. Earnings after tax were SEK 111 million compared with SEK 84 million previous year. Quarter 4 sales were up 7.3% year on year and the operating margin increased to 7.1%.

Tommy Andersson, president and CEO, commented: “Bulten continues to develop positively and the most recent FSP contract that we signed, which in total is worth around SEK 60 million, is further evidence of our competence and the competitive advantage of our offer. It is especially satisfying that the order comes from a new Chinese customer, which strengthens our position on this growth market.

During the quarter Bulten recorded a sales increase of around 7%, thanks to new volumes and strong development in the European car market. The slowdown in China had some negative effects on sales in Q4, but these effects were less

than in the previous quarter. Bulten’s profitability continued to strengthen in the quarter thanks to new sales volumes and the optimisation programme that was completed during the year.

Earnings for the year improved despite the negative impact of around SEK 18 million in currency conversion. Earnings also include a positive impact of capital gains from the sale of machinery and property of around SEK 8 million in total.

In summary, 2015 was another successful year for Bulten and based on market information we judge that our market share have increased considerably during the year. Over the past six years Bulten has reported average annual growth of around 14% per year, which is much higher than the market in general. We expect that 2016 will be a year with growth in-line with the market and the following years, thanks to contracts already signed. We expect to see very good conditions for winning further market share.”

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SFS 2015 sales up 4.6% in local currencies SFS Group reported consolidated sales for 2015 of CHF 1.376 billion (approximately 1.25 billion euros), equating to a decline of 0.5% from 2014 in Swiss francs. In local currencies sales grew 4.6%.

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ales for the fastening systems segment were CHF 326.9 million (approximately 298 million euros) – down 2.9% from 2014 but up 4.9% in local currencies.

Markets in northern Europe and North America remained buoyant, says SFS, which also reported: “Pleasing signs of an incipient, mild recovery in Europe’s southern markets”.

Engineered components sales grew 1.8% to CHF 740.1 million.

Distribution and logistics sales were down 3.1% to CHF 309.3 million. This segment conducts almost all its business within Switzerland so was impacted by subdued demand from Swiss manufacturing customers as a result of the currency appreciation last year.

SFS says the often discussed slowdown in China’s economy had little impact on its Asian business with sales largely driven by innovation projects and end products like smartphones. SFS expects its normalised EBITA margin to be in the range of 12.1% to 13.1% reflecting a significant improvement in profitability in the second half of 2015, as measures taken in response to the surge in the Swiss franc gained traction.

SFS announced separately that SFS unimarket has won a ten year contract, valued at CHF 40 million, to supply Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) with tools, fasteners and C-parts via its M2M by SFDS automated inventory management system.

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Bufab Group has acquired 100% of the shares in the privately owned company Magnetfabriken AB in Västerås, Sweden. The acquisition has taken immediate effect, and will be reported in Bufab’s segment Sweden.

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agnetfabriken AB was founded in 1992 and has since developed into one of the leading suppliers of magnets and magnet systems in the Nordic region. The company has annual sales of just under SEK 20 million (approximately 2.15 million euros).

“Magnetfabriken is a solid addition and complements Bufab’s operation in Sweden in a very good way,” says Johan Lindqvist, regional director for Bufab Sweden. “We see synergies and potential, both in relation to new and existing customers and through the expansion of application areas for magnets and magnet systems. We will initially focus on the Nordic market, but I naturally see opportunities throughout the Bufab Group.”

“Bufab is a recognised player in fasteners and C-Parts, and holds a very strong position in the Swedish market,” says Magnus Gustafsson, president of Magnetfabriken AB. “Through Bufab we will have entirely different possibilities to cultivate the market and evolve our business in the same successful manner as we have done to date, while also benefiting from being part of the Bufab Group.”

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The new venture will give the Bontempi Group the chance to complete its sale range, covering the entire fastener market from M5 to M64.

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RAM Srl was the idea of Raoul Bontempi, CEO at Bontempi VIBO (pictured – on the right) and Marco Polato, a member of a historical Italian family known as a leader in the hot forged bolt manufacturing market (pictured – on the left). The new company will enable the fastener Italian Group to take a giant step forward in its offer on the European market.

“Starting from March 2016 we will hit the high strength structural bolting assemblies market” says Marco Polato, CEO at FRAM Srl. “Our organisation will be immediately able to provide our customers with a complete range according to specification UNI EN 14399 from M12 up to M30.”

Raoul Bontempi adds: “In the following

months we will put our new plant under a strong pressure in order to give our fully automated warehouse, settled in Rodengo Saiano (BS), the chance to supply – starting from June 2016 – a full range up to M64. ” FRAM’s mission is to achieve the market leading position in the hot forged bolt market (standard and special) and in the structural bolts market. The company target is also to cover all channels of distribution for the European fasteners market, starting from the main distributors, reaching wholesalers and end users.

With the addition of FRAM, the Bontempi Group expects to steadily grow its total turnover developing all European markets.

“We want to become the fastener European leader for all customers searching for a technical solution to their fixing and

fastening needs,” explains Marco Polato.

“This is an exciting time for our Group as we continue to grow and expand our European reach,” mentions Raoul Bontempi. “We see immediate opportunities to accelerate our presence and participation in the fast growing markets of hot forged and structural bolts. We are confident that with our customers help we will be able to transform our, and their, projects into extraordinary successes.”

FRAM Srl, located in Bellusco (MB), will supply end users, wholesalers and small distributors – granting its customers an outstanding service and flexibility.

Bontempi VIBO will continue its mission of supporting the specialised large fastener distributors all over Europe.

ITW to acquire ZF EF&C Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW) has announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the Engineered Fasteners and Components business (EF&C) from ZF TRW for approximately US$450 million (410 million euros).

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eadquartered in Enkenbach, Germany, EF&C has 13 locations globally. It produces engineered fastening systems and interior technical components for the automotive OEM market in nine countries.

It employs around 3,500 people and its 2015 revenues was around US$470 million.

“The Engineered Fasteners and Components business will be a highly complementary addition to ITW’s automotive OEM segment, which will broaden our ability to serve our customers and further expand our long-term organic growth potential,” said Sundaram Nagarajan, ITW executive vice-president.

“In addition, we believe there will be significant opportunity to enhance the performance of the business through the application of ITW’s 80/20 business process.”

“ZF TRW’s Engineered Fasteners and Components business is a well known and respected manufacturer of highly-engineered fasteners and components serving leading automotive manufacturers in all major regions,” said Franz Kleiner, CEO of ZF TRW and a member of the ZF board of

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management. “We are fortunate to be selling this business to a highly respected expert in the development and supply of fasteners and components that is seeking to grow its worldwide business.”

While the Engineered Fasteners and Components business is successful and profitable, ZF says it is primarily concentrating on the growth of its core businesses in advanced safety, efficiency, electrification and the further development of automated driving. ITW intends to run the Engineered Fasteners and Components business as a standalone division within its automotive OEM segment.

ZF Friedrichshafen AG completed its acquisition of TRW in May 2015 and now describes ZF TRW as its “Active and Passive Safety Division”.

ITW will fund most of the purchase of EF&C with non-US cash. Pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2016.

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New CEO appointed at Optimas On 4th March 2016 Optimas OE Solutions LLC announced the appointment of Anesa Chaibi as chief executive officer and board member, effective immediately.

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ohn Becker, partner at American Industrial Partners (Optimas’ majority shareholder) and Optimas board member, commented: “We are extremely excited to partner with Anesa as the CEO of Optimas. In her prior role as the president and CEO of facilities maintenance at HD Supply, Anesa and her team transformed the business and grew revenue and EBITDA from approximately US$840 million and US$90 million, respectively, to US$2.5 billion and nearly US$500 million, respectively, over the span of a decade.

Anesa is an extremely talented CEO and her experience and capabilities are particularly well suited for Optimas.”

John Becker continued: “We would like to thank Ian Clarke for his significant contribution to Optimas over the past seven years. Optimas is a leading global provider of supply chain solutions serving many of the world’s most demanding original equipment manufacturers and their suppliers. The company is well positioned to continue advancing on its growth trajectory.”

“I am very excited about becoming the CEO of Optimas and look forward to working with our best in class employees and suppliers to deliver winning solutions for our customers,” said Anesa Chaibi. “Optimas’ scale, diversity, strong customer relationships, talented employee base, and differentiated technical capabilities, are unique in the distribution space and I look forward to providing exceptional service to our customers and creating long-term value at Optimas.”

Anesa Chaibi brings 27 years of professional experience gained at General Electric and HD Supply, ranging across a variety of business functions including manufacturing, operations, production, marketing, corporate initiatives, global sourcing, and Six Sigma Quality. She was a business leader within GE silicones, plastics, power systems, industrial systems, water & process technologies and infrastructure before joining HD Supply. Most recently she served as president and CEO, facilities maintenance for HD Supply Holdings Inc – one of the largest industrial distributors in North America with over US$9 billion revenue. The facilities maintenance business serves diverse end markets with over 60,000 SKUs, over 5,000 employees, 44 distribution centres, and a dedicated fleet of more than 700 delivery trucks.

Optimas is a leading, global provider of integrated supply chain solutions and engineering support focused on delivering highly engineered custom fasteners and other ‘C’ Class components – to a global customer base of large, industrial companies as well as small and medium sized companies.

Formally the business was the OEM-Supply segment of Anixter.

Optimas serves over 2,200 customers, employing nearly 2,000 people operating across 70 global locations. In fiscal 2015, Optimas supplied its global customers over 8 billion components from more than 100,000 SKUs sourced from over 3,800 vendors.

UDIB meeting on coating systems On 17th March 2016, at the MECSPE show in Parma, Italy, the Unione Distributori Italiani Bulloneria (UDIB) – the Italian union for fastener distributors – will hold a conference entitled: ‘Assembling elements – the multi-functionality of coating systems’.

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ECSPE is a reference fair for the manufacturing industry and acts as a meeting point between production technologies and industrial sectors.

The UDIB conference will cover a wide range of topics and will include talks from industry experts. The conference has been organised in collaboration with Dörken Company, and will be held in English with simultaneous translation.

The conference is free but only on UDIB invitation. Further information can be downloaded from the reserved area of the UDIB website.

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Phil Matten reflects on some of the key topics currently involving the fastener industry It takes something quite extraordinary to outrage both European manufacturers and importers simultaneously. The EU succeeded with breathtaking disregard for the interests of both major stakeholder groups as it abruptly repealed anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel fasteners.

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hatever the rights or wrongs of the 2009 duties, stakeholders could at least express their views and begin adapting their business model in the run up to the decision. Terminating the measures in a matter of days without consulting the sectors most directly affected demonstrates, at best, an unforgiveable lack of business awareness.

From the day she took office Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmström espoused transparency – yet here is a totally opaque decision, inflicting uncertainty on European fastener producers and distributors for months if not years to come.

Based on case history, the assertion the Commission had no more options and could not provide stakeholders more time to adapt appears questionable. That the EU badly burnt its fingers with processes that could not stand the scrutiny of the WTO dispute settlement system is not.

It failed to correct aberrations that were apparent to the fastener industry from the very get-go. Now it has, seemingly, abandoned the industry about which it so long claimed to care. Will it listen sympathetically to a new complaint as it told member states – or will the thrall

of Chinese scrutiny mean it requires unachievable levels of justification for a rapid new investigation?

Little question that the untrammelled growth of Chinese imports in the run up to 2008 was unsustainable, based on unfair practices, and critically harmful to the viability of the EU fastener manufacturing industry. Nothing has changed. The WTO did not refute that dumping and injury occurred, purely that EU procedures were defective.

China’s massive steel overcapacity has grown monstrously and neither market forces nor government has countered it.

Resultant prices fall way below commercially viable levels and blight the global steel market. Recently the Chinese government signalled, once again, intentions to radically reduce capacity.

Previous such initiatives, though, have proven as hazy as the pollution that hangs over Beijing.

The European Commission has long dismissed fastener distributors as simple businesses that can rapidly adapt to regulatory changes. It is wrong. Today’s fastener distributors, servicing quality and European critical industries, are the strategic equals of their manufacturing counterparts. Both deserve proper

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consideration from Brussels. Neither has received it in the last few days.

The question now is whether they will be accorded it in the months to come or abandoned.

Not surprisingly the EU has made it clear the repeal regulation does not provide the basis for recovery of duties, even though the regulations on which they were collected were demonstrably flawed.

That is unlikely to preclude importers from pursuing recovery, although it will be a long, convoluted and pitfall-ridden road. There is a lot of money at stake – tens of millions of euros – some paid as a result of naivety, some despite best due diligence, but some through deliberate circumvention. To many, the latter presents the unpalatable potential that those caught consciously evading anti-dumping regulations could actually come out unscathed. That anger is totally understandable.

If the European Commission cares at all about the businesses that literally hold together European industry, it needs to stop licking its wounds and engage effectively with the whole of the fastener industry to ensure a stable, fair and sustainable future.

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FIN Stock Index declines for 2015 US fastener stocks closed lower at the end of 2015, capping the worst year for the market since 2008.

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ndustrial and aerospace fastener stocks took their share of market losses, with the FIN Fastener Stock Index falling 15.9% for the year. A comparative index of related industrial stocks declined 1% during 2015.

Only two of the twenty public companies tracked by the FINdex made stock gains during the year. STANLEY Black & Decker shares climbed 11%, while shares of Tree Island Steel jumped 135%.

After falling three straight quarters, the FINdex rose in the final quarter of the year, increasing 1.6%. However, gains were modest and unable to cover mounting stock losses for many publicly traded companies with industrial fastener holdings. In 2014, the FINdex lost 2.5% of its value, compared to a 7.2% gain by an index of related industrial stocks.

FIN survey: Moderate fastener sales and profits in 2015 Last year was neither the best nor worst of times for US fastener companies, according to the 37th annual FIN survey of the fastener industry.

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fter four consecutive years of widespread sales and profit increases, the ‘End of 2015 Fastener Industry News survey’ found revenue gains tightened last year.

Sales: Nearly 60% of survey respondents reported higher sales, with nearly 40% of those gains described as ‘moderate’ in 2015. One out of four fastener companies reported similar revenue to the previous year, while 15% of fastener companies reported ‘moderate’ sales decline in 2015.

Capital expenditures: 46% of fastener companies reported a ‘moderate’ to ‘strong’ increase in capital expenditure during 2015, while an additional 34% kept investment levels unchanged from the previous year. About 15% of respondents cut capital expenditure in 2015.

Company performance: For the third consecutive year, the FIN Company Performance Index dipped in 2015, dropping to 6.8 from 6.9 the previous year.

Profit: About 58% of fastener manufacturers, importers, distributors and platers reported increased profit, with 37% claiming ‘moderate’ bottom line gains and 21% reporting a ‘strong’ profit increase. Just over 21% said profits were unchanged from the year before, and 18% reported declining profit.

Prices: About 39% of fastener businesses successfully raised prices in 2015, though the increases were more moderate than the previous year. Price increases ranged from 1% to 13%, with an average increase of 4.6%.

For 2016, prices are likely to stay unchanged or increase slightly. About 48% of FIN survey respondents predict no price gains, while 41% foresee moderate increases and 9% expect moderate price decreases.

Costs: The ‘End of 2015 FIN survey’ found costs moderated, with 52% of participants reporting flat or declining costs, while an additional 43% claimed ‘moderate’ cost increases.

Operating capacity: Fastener manufacturers reported operating at a range from 60% of capacity to 100% in 2015, with an average of 62% – down from 70.5% average capacity in 2014.

Ascent adds Gemcor to assembly line offering Ascent Aerospace bolstered its automated assembly capabilities by adding Gemcor, which develops and manufactures automated fastening systems used by airframe manufacturers.

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scent Aerospace commented: “The acquisition solidifies Ascent Aerospace’s position as one of the largest global players in the growing aerospace factory and assembly line integration market.”

Gemcor systems are used in the sub-assembly of aircraft wings, fuselages, and nacelles, with the company having produced more than 2,200 automated fastening systems throughout its 78 year history.

Based in West Seneca, New York, USA, Gemcor designs and manufactures automated fastening systems and part positioning solutions used in the assembly of aircraft components. The company was founded in Buffalo, NY, in 1937 by Thomas Speller Sr.

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“Being part of the Ascent Aerospace family will give Gemcor access to additional technical and engineering resources, as well as accelerated internal investment. Enabling us to further expand our product offering while continuing to provide our customers with the excellent service they have come to expect,” said CEO Bill Mangus.

“While we will be growing Gemcor at its New York facility, we will also be using its worldwide base of machine installations to expand Ascent’s global footprint and strengthen our customer service,” commented Brian Williams, CEO at Ascent.

The transaction is expected to close during the first quarter of 2016.

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NORTH AMERICAN NEWS

Alcoa signs US$2.5 billion deal with Boeing Alcoa Inc has announced long-term supply contracts with Boeing valued at over US$2.5 billion (2.3 billion euros). The fasteners will be manufactured worldwide.

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lcoa will supply multi-material fastening systems for every Boeing platform in its largest fastener deal ever. It will also supply ready to install titanium seat track assemblies for the entire 787 Dreamliner family.

“Alcoa has positioned itself to win in a multi-material aerospace industry, and these deals are the latest proof points that our strategy is working,” said Klaus Kleinfeld, CEO at Alcoa Inc. Under one contract, Alcoa Fastening Systems & Rings (AFS&R) will supply advanced titanium, stainless steel, alloy steel, aluminum and nickel-based superalloy fastening systems for every Boeing platform, including the 777X – Boeing’s newest commercial airplane; the 737 MAX – scheduled for first delivery in 2017; and the 787 Dreamliner. Alcoa will produce these fastening systems at seven of its global manufacturing facilities.

Alcoa also announced a second agreement making it the sole supplier

of ready to install titanium seat track assemblies for all three members of the 787 Dreamliner family of airplanes.

RTI International Metals (RTI) – now known as Alcoa Titanium & Engineered Products (ATEP) – has provided seat tracks for the 787-9 and 787-8 variants under a contract signed in 2007. This contract, as amended by RTI and Boeing immediately prior to the acquisition, reinforces ATEP’s position on those variants and adds seat tracks for the 787-10.

Alcoa’s aerospace businesses will form part of the new value-add company, to be launched following Alcoa’s previously announced separation in the second half of 2016. The “ValueAdd” company will be a “differentiated supplier to the high growth aerospace industry with leading positions on every major aircraft and jet engine platform, underpinned by market leadership in jet engine and industrial gas turbine airfoils, and aerospace fasteners.”

In October Alcoa Fastening Systems and Rings signed a US$1 billion contract with Airbus for high-tech, multi-material aerospace fastening systems. The deal is Alcoa’s largest fastener contract ever with the European aircraft manufacturer. Alcoa’s fasteners fly on every Airbus platform.

As part of this agreement, AFS&R will supply advanced fastening systems, such as those that enhance the assembly of aircraft panels and engine pylons on newer airplanes, with sophisticated design features. Alcoa will produce these fastening systems at fourteen of its global manufacturing facilities.

Alcoa fasteners will also be used to assemble some of Airbus’s latest high-growth airplanes, including the A350 XWB, Airbus’ newest commercial airplane, and the A320neo. In addition, Airbus will use Alcoa’s fastening systems for longer running platforms including the A330.

ASTM honors Greenslade Joe Greenslade, who recently retired as director of engineering technology at the Industrial Fasteners Institute, has received the Fred F. Weingruber Award from ASTM International Committee F16 on Fasteners.

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n ASTM member since 1994, Greenslade works on multiple F16 subcommittees, as well as on Committee B08 on Metallic and Inorganic Coatings.

“Greenslade’s leadership and dedication has helped make F16 a premier body for fastener standards,” the committee noted.

Outside ASTM, Greenslade is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the Industrial Fasteners Institute, the International Organization for Standardization, the Research Council on Structural Connections and SAE International. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Texas A&M University.

Greenslade retired at the end of 2015 after 45 years in the fastener industry.

He began his career with Camcar-Textron and Rockford Headed Products and established his own dimensional calibration company, Greenslade & Co. He authored many articles and served on ASME B1 and B18, ASTM F16 and SAE fastener committees. Greenslade

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helped with efforts for the ‘US Fastener Quality Act’ and the ‘Aerospace Screw Thread Conformity Task Forces’ and has been an A2LA board member.

In 2007 Greenslade sold his company and became the IFI’s director of technology. Salim Brahimi of Quebec-based IBECA Technologies Corp succeeded Greenslade at the IFI. Brahimi is a licensed member of the Quebec Order of Professional Engineers and holds a Master of materials engineering and a graduate diploma in management from McGill University – where he is completing a doctorate in fastener hydrogen embrittlement. Brahimi is chair of the ASTM Committee F16 on Fasteners, and has been in the fastener industry for 25 years.

The Industrial Fasteners Institute is an association of North American manufacturers of bolts, nuts, screws, rivets, pins, washers and custom formed parts. Suppliers of materials, machinery, equipment and engineering services are associate members of the IFI. There are currently 72 manufacturer members and 48 associate members.

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Anchor techniques in construction to be discussed Prospects for the development and application of anchor systems in Russia will be discussed at the conference ‘Anchor Technique in Construction’, which will be held alongside the St. Petersburg Technical Fair from 15th – 17th March 2016.

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nchor technologies are now widely used in the Russian construction industry.

Discussions between leading players of the fastener market, which took place in November 2015 within the framework of the 4th international practice conference ‘Fasteners. Quality and Responsibility’, revealed a wide range of challenging questions on this issue. These included not only the development of the normative base but also the potential for anchor technology production in Russia. As a result the participants of the conference made a decision to hold a separate conference,

dedicated to anchor technology in Spring 2016.

The organising committee has discussed the agenda of the new conference with the key members of the market and has now announced the upcoming event. The Conference ‘Anchor Technique in Construction’ will take place in St. Petersburg on 16th March as part of the business programme of the St. Petersburg Technical Fair. The agenda of the conference includes a market overview; terminology and classification of anchor techniques; the development trends of the existing normative base; corrosion resistance and assessment

New railway fastening technology for Crimea The railway in the Crimea is coming alive: Pandrol 300 is coming to replace nuts.

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he opening ceremony of the first part of the railway link, with assembly based on the Pandrol 350 system, took place in Simferopol. Thanks to this new technology, instead of fastening rails to cross-sleepers by using nuts, the Pandrol 350 system is used for laying the new and repairing old rails in the Crimea.

As a result the cost of the sleeper with fastening is lower; the sleeper itself weighs less; its operational life increases; there is now a possibility to adjust the width of the track; and, most importantly, the new technology makes it possible to reduce track repair costs by a factor of several times.

Another important advantage of the new system is anti-vandalism.

With the old fastening systems one could easily unscrew nuts and remove the rail. Now this is only possible using special tools.

397 railways in more than 110 countries use the design and the total length of track with this type of rail fastening now exceeds 330,000km.

The tracks permit trains to run at tremendous speeds – the train from Paris to Strasbourg accelerates to more than 500km per hour on similar lines.

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methods including endurance of anchors with anti-corrosion metal coatings; application of anchors in seismic structures; and the use of NDI methods for testing tie bolts used in construction.

This year’s St. Petersburg Technical Fair will also include the ‘Fasteners.

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The organisers of the conference are Restec Exhibitions and the editorial staff of Fasteners, Adhesives, Tools and… Magazine.

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Metrika store selling off assets According to the Vedomosti Newspaper, the Russian chain of building stores Metrika is selling off its assets.

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n February the Finnish Group, Kesko, announced it had bought two four hectare areas in seven units from Metrika in St. Petersburg – in a transaction understood to have been worth one billion rubles (12.6 million euros). The plan is to convert the stores to the K-rauta Rus brand.

Metrika is reducing its credit portfolio through the sale of primarily non-core assets. The company said the current market situation had forced it to take these measures. In autumn 2015 the chain put up for sale a considerable part of

its assets in St. Petersburg, including eight land plots with the total area of 390,000m2 and a B-class business centre.

At the beginning of 2015, the company announced that during the year it planned to close 15 stores in Privolzhsky and Central Federal Districts, and also that it would reduce staff by 10%. The decision was made to close stores in those districts where Metrika brand awareness had not yet been formed.

Nevertheless, the company does not plan to entirely leave the regions at the moment.

New Betterman plant in Lipetzk SEZ A new plant of OBO Bettermann Production LLC is ready to start up in the industrial and production Special Economic Zone – Lipetzk.

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BO Bettermann has invested approximately 1.3 billion rubles (15.4 million euros) in its construction. A reporter from Abireg Agency interviewed Boris Lokhman, general director of OBO Bettermann Production, about the event.

Mr Lokhman confirmed the official opening of the OBO Bettermann Lipetzk plant would take place in spring/summer of 2016. He noted that the preferential status of the industrial and production Special Economic Zone enabled the

company to profitably re-export goods to Europe and to sell them to Asia.

In two to three years Bettermann is confident it will reach or even exceed the production capacity specified in its project agreement with the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade.

Mr Lokhman said there were certain product lines the company would like to relocate to Russia. It was currently calculating the economics of relocation and was seeing good prospects.

The German Group OBO Bettermann

is a full range company, with seven major segments. For the present, it has started production of only cable support systems in Lipetzk. However, in the near future it will add lightning protection systems, systems for fastening of cable constructions, and some other ranges.

The Lipetzk production facility is expected to facilitate Bettermann taking up to 20% of the Russian market for cable support constructions.

Mariya Valiakhmetova, editor in chief, Metiz Magazine, Ukraine

Severstal-metiz takes next step in equipment modernisation Severstal-metiz has opened a new wire drawing section, a 300 million ruble (approximately 3.7 million euros) investment representing the next step in equipment modernisation at its Cherepovets factory.

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odernisation of its equipment means increased productivity at the factory and allows Severstal-metiz to develop new products and improve the quality of its output. The new section was formally opened in December to honour fifty years from the date that production first started at the Cherepovets wire plant – on 25th December 1965 when the first coil of wire was manufactured.

MMK-METIZ expands nail range MMK-METIZ has successfully started production of nails more than 200mm in length. Production of the new products is the result of a new unit for the manufacture of large size building nails and dowel type drive elements for fastening plates used for thermo insulating material.

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MK-METIZ points out that the new equipment provides the technology to make nails in diameters from 5mm to 10mm and lengths from 180mm to 310mm. Previously nail production was restricted to a maximum size of 6mm x 200mm.

200mm and longer nails are used in many applications for installing timber and installation of wall heaters.

MMK-METIZ says that thanks to the investment programme it now has production capabilities to meet the market demands for modern hardware products.

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Taiwan fastener export value down 4.28% in 2015 Taiwan exported 1.57 million tonnes of fasteners in 2015 – a volume reduction of 1.38% year on year.

Export value was US$4.07 billion (approximately 3.7 billion euros), a 4.28% reduction.

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n Fastener World Magazine’s coverage, TIFI chairman, T.H. Chang, blamed higher costs for manufacturing low carbon screws and called on China Steel Corporation to support downstream manufacturers with lower wire prices. The USA accounted for 40% of Taiwan’s fastener exports. Germany was the largest European importer (8.7%) followed by the Netherlands and the UK. Exports to the USA, the UK and Canada increased, with sales to other countries reducing year on year.

Taiwan concern over EU-China WTO ruling Fastener World Magazine reflected the Taiwan fastener industry’s growing concern that the removal of EU anti-dumping measures against certain iron and steel fasteners originating in China would weaken its sales to Europe.

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fter the WTO ruled that the EU’s anti-dumping measure against certain iron and steel fasteners originating in China of up to 85% violated WTO’s regulations, Taiwan’s advantage in its annual fastener export to the EU (worth US$1.2 billion) may face challenges, Fastener World wrote on 18 th February 2016. Chairman of the Taiwan Industrial Fasteners Institute, T.H. Chang, said on 7th February 2016 that if the EU does cancel the anti-dumping measure against Chinese fasteners, it will greatly influence the Taiwanese fastener industry.

An unnamed fastener factory pointed out that before the implementation of the anti-dumping measure, China’s market share in Europe once climbed to 26%.

However, the EU determined in January 2009 that certain fasteners from China were proved to be dumped into the EU and should be subject to anti-dumping duties of up to 85%. The total sales of China’s fasteners exported to Europe

once reached US$1 billion, but this record almost declined to zero by 2014 and almost all orders were switched to Taiwan, which later boosted the growth of the Taiwanese fastener industry.

A specialist said that China, with its advantageous economic power and being unwilling to be influenced by the EU’s anti-dumping measure, was very active in trying to win the case in the dispute with the EU. As a result, it made its appeal to WTO, which ruled that the EU’s anti-dumping measure against China’s certain iron and steel fasteners were against its regulations and should be terminated immediately.

Taiwan is often called the ‘Kingdom of Fasteners’ and its annual fastener sales are about US$4.2 billion (with the USA taking nearly 40% of its fastener export and Europe taking about 30%). So, the ruling from WTO has drawn the attention of the Taiwanese fastener industry.

Chairman Chang added: “If the EU terminates the anti-dumping measures

against China, there will be great influence over Taiwan. As a result, China Steel Corporation (CSC) should stand out to help maintain the competitive edge of the Taiwanese fastener industry. The recent prices released by CSC should also take the situations of downstream companies into account.”

Some from the industry considered: “In the short term, there won’t appear a crisis to Taiwan’s fastener export to Europe, as WTO’s current ruling cannot force the EU to take any action.”

A director from a publicly traded steel plant said: “We must also pay attention to China’s next move. With the current developments in Europe including the continuous debt crises in certain EU states, refugees from the Middle East, concern over Deutsche Bank’s financial status, etc, the EU’s termination of the anti-dumping measure against Chinese fasteners may be used in exchange for some economic benefits.”

Gem-Year incurs 2015 loss Fastener World magazine reports that Gem-Year Industrial Co Ltd incurred a loss of CNY 15 million (approximately 2.1 million euros) in 2015.

Gem-Year attributed the loss to the economic slowdown in China, weak market demand generally, and a decline in sales to high-speed rail applications specifically – as well as the effect of the decline in steel prices.

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Sundram Q3 shows 38% YoY profit growth Sundram Fasteners Limited third fiscal quarter results showed standalone net profit at 417 million rupees (approximately 5.67 million euros), reflecting 38.6% year on year growth but a 19.1% decline quarter on quarter.

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evenue for the quarter was 6.14 billion rupees (approximately 83.5 million euros). Standalone revenue for the first nine months of the fiscal year was 19.06 billion rupees (258 million euros) reflecting 6.7% year on year growth. Net profit for the nine months was up 13.8% to 1.36 billion rupees (18.5 million euros).

Speaking on CNBC-TV18, Suresh Krishna, managing director at Sundram Fasteners, noted a third quarter dip in the commercial vehicle and agricultural machinery sectors but improved demand from the car and two-wheeler markets.

He said export business had been steady but the diesel engine market had slowed in North America and Europe had not performed well.

Sundram informed the Bombay Stock Exchange it would raise the equivalent of 40 million euros through the issue of non-convertible debentures intended to finance capital expenditure and working capital requirements. The board also agreed the transfer of its shares in the UK’s Cramlington Precision Forge and in a Chinese subsidiary, to a separate new UK holding company.

China – and the world’s – steel dilemma At the end of January China’s State Council announced its intention to eliminate up to 150 million tonnes of steel production capacity, but subsequent reporting by state media has highlighted the challenges of delivering this commitment.

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ince the original announcement state media channel Xinhua has outlined the plan to a degree, saying no new steel projects will be approved, outdated plants will be closed and so-called zombie companies, which have ceased operations but not formally bankrupted, eliminated.

Originally no time frame was announced for the reduction in capacity but government officials have now been quoted as saying the reduction will be completed within five years.

Xinhua has focused on the need to resettle workers and offer compensation for redundancy, retraining and unemployment benefit. Underlying this is an assessment that the process will result in the loss of at least 400,000 jobs – with the associated spectre of major civil unrest as a consequence.

In February the EU announced the initiation of further anti-dumping investigations on steel products from China.

Trade defence measures have either been applied or are under consideration in the United States, India and other countries.

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In a 23rd February statement China appears to have come off the back foot, claiming that overcapacity in steel is a global problem. Gao Hucheng, minister of commerce, said at a Beijing press conference: “Steel supply is a global problem and requires collaborative efforts by all countries.” He also hinted that the Chinese government would retaliate against countries seeking to muzzle China’s steel exports through trade measures, noting that China would challenge trade measures at the WTO. Stressing that consumer and some business benefited from lower Chinese steel prices, he argued that it was market behaviour, not that of governments, that should determine price levels and market shares.

According to World Steel data, global crude steel output decreased by 2.8% in 2015. China’s crude steel production totalled 803.8 million metric tonnes, a reduction of 2.3% on 2014; constituting 49.5% of world output – an increase in share from 49.3% in 2014. World Steel also analysed that by the end of 2015

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the world steel capacity utilisation ratio had fallen to 64.6% from a 2014 average above 70%.

Steel exports from China increased by around 20% in 2015, reaching a record 112 million tonnes. According to Chinese customs data, Chinese steel mills exports in December increased by 11% on November. China’s construction demand is expected to continue to decline in 2016, leaving little expectation that Chinese domestic steel demand will recover and every reason to believe exports will continue to grow unless constrained by trade defence measures. Analysts do not expect China to achieve better than a 3% reduction in capacity during 2016.

The mathematics of all that imply the global steel industry’s problems, and those of its raw material suppliers, will not go away in a hurry. Steel will also be deeply embroiled in the arguments over whether China is granted the market economy status it maintains its WTO accession protocol affords it by right in December this year.

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Unions and associations against tax increases on steel imports At the end of December 2015, fourteen associations from the Brazilian industry – including SINPA, the entity representing the fastener industry – published a memorandum drawing the attention of public authorities to the risk of benefiting one sector at the expense of another much larger.

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ccording to Carlos Pastoriza, chairman of ABIMAQ (the association of machine industries and equipment): “If the increased duty rate on imported steel, currently under consideration by a government economic team is confirmed, the Brazilian industries that consume this metal will have their competitiveness strongly affected.”

Pastoriza said that this measure would be “a shot in the foot” and made a comparison between sectors. “The steel consumer industries have annual revenue of US$175 billion, with 73,000 manufacturers and 4.7 million employees. The steel producers are made up of 11 oligopolies, with revenues around R$7.5 billion per year (US$1.9 billion) and a total of 120,000 jobs,” concluded the chairman.

The memorandum also shows that only 10% of this kind of raw material used in Brazil is imported, a quantity that is the lowest average among industrialised nations. It is obvious to assume that the measure will increase the price on the

domestic market due to weakening of competition, and fuel an inflationary thrust, not forgetting that steel consumers in Brazil already pay 35% higher prices than the international average.

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Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff and Carlos Pastoriza during meeting in January

Founder of CISER Group dies aged 92

Loose bolt from a truck impacts car

CISER Group, the largest manufacturer of fasteners in Latin America – with production capacity of 6,000 tonnes per month, said goodbye to its founder last December.

Jaime and Keila Leme, a couple of vcity dwellers of Paraguaçu Paulista – a town around 500km of São Paulo – experienced a big scare when the windshield of their car was hit by a bolt from a truck during a trip on a highway.

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n 1881 a German called Karl Schneider inaugurated in Joinville city, in Santa Catarina state, Brazil, the ‘Casa do Aço’ (literally house of steel or a steel store) to sell everything from hardware, crockery and tissues, as well as other products of the region.

An entrepreneur, Mr Schneider gradually forged the current group, acting in many sectors – for example being the first company to import bicycles to Brazil. Jumping to 1959, in which year his grandson – Mr Carlos Frederico Adolfo Schneider – created CISER, a unit to produce fasteners, until then a kind of imported product. Today, the Group is involved in several sectors, including real estate, logistics, agriculture, energy and the manufacture of bolt, screws, nuts and similar fasteners – currently under the command of Carlos Rodolfo Schneider, son of Mr Carlos. Beyond his performance in the industrial sector, Carlos Schneider Sr was awarded and honoured nationally on countless occasions, including for his activities in defence of the environment – being responsible for the preservation of a large area full of flora, fauna and water.

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he accident occurred on Highway SP 284 – Manilio Gobbi located between the towns Paraguaçu Paulista and Assis. Fortunately there was no major damage, beyond the scare, because the bolt was trapped in the windshield.

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A vision becomes reality The world’s most advanced wire rod rolling mill starts production voestalpine Wire Technology GmbH is the leading European producer of wire rod and drawn wire, specialising in servicing the requirements of the advanced cold heading industry amongst other demanding sectors. In 2016 the culmination of a three year, nine figure investment, programme reaches fruition as the world’s most advanced wire rod rolling mill at voestalpine Wire Rod Austria’s St. Peter-Freienstein site commences production.

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oestalpine Wire Technology already confidently lays claim to the position of the leading European producer of wire rod and drawn wire. In addition to cold heading wire (CHQ) it specialises in shaped wire for sour gas applications in the oil and gas sector, and in ultrafine saw wire. A global sales operation represents voestalpine Wire Technology’s premium offer to demanding sectors that include the automotive supply industry, energy, manufacturing equipment engineering, and construction. A constant focus on innovation, research and development maximises customer value, delivered through long-term customer partnerships.

The St. Peter-Freienstein facility helps voestalpine set new standards in the industry and, through an integrated and highly systemised process, ensures optimised supply, sustainable energy use and an ergonomically tailored working environment.

By using the latest generation of burners, advanced rolling technology, and a fully integrated plant control system, wire products will be produced to meet increasingly demanding requirements. The flexible plant design will provide customers with the benefits of tailor-made solutions and an even wider range of high-quality rolled wires. The world’s largest high bay warehouse for

voestalpine Wire Rod Austria’s new wire rod rolling mill at St. Peter-Freienstein fulfils an emphatic strategy to further improve the performance and flexibility of wire rod production. In doing so it represents an important step forward, bringing long-term benefits to voestalpine’s customers and employees.

wire rod coils, with some thousand single coil boxes, is part of the integrated logistic solution at the St. Peter-Freienstein site.

Locating the new facility on the Donawitz site, voestalpine Wire Technology takes maximum advantage from close collaboration with the Group’s advanced compact LD steelworks, which

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focuses on the production of high purity special steels – the basis of voestalpine wire quality. As a result, voestalpine Wire Rod Austria draws its wire rods entirely from a single source.

The voestalpine value chain is founded on an integrated production process starting with steel production using the blast oxygen furnace (BOF) process. The company exercises tight control from the iron ore mine through to the production of the final wire. To fulfil its commitment to stable wire rod supply voestalpine Wire Rod Austria operates a fail-safe operation, utilising state of the art equipment, optimising its processes through an integrated electronic network.

The integrated BOF production process assures the least trace element content and the lowest analytical spread.

The highest consistency of surface quality is provided through continuous round shaped casting in an integrated billet rolling mill in which systematic surface inspection is carried out. The best possible formability is ensured through thermo-mechanical rolling, combined with modern annealing facilities and a large number of in-house coating processes.

Underpinning market leading quality is a deep reservoir of technical and process know-how, with the expertise of highly qualified staff enhanced through close cooperation with centres of academic excellence. voestalpine Wire Technology extends these technology and people based competences through to its customer relationships. Targeted technical solutions, drawn from a broad product portfolio and founded on continuous research and development, are coupled with tightly tailored logistics solutions to precisely meet customers’ needs.

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“ Spring 2016 is a special time for us.

It signifies the confirmation of our commitment and our efforts of the past months, and it proves that motivation, dedication, and the will to succeed, are worthwhile. During this period, the first billet will be rolled in trial operation in the most advanced wire rod rolling mill worldwide. By upholding our ambitious schedule, we continue to remain one step ahead.”

“ We’ve all pulled together: Planners, designers, engineers, skilled craftsmen and countless others.

The development, project planning and implementation of the world’s most advanced wire rod rolling mill was highly complex. So we are especially pleased and proud to have been able to stay on schedule and realise our ideas as planned.

We have achieved great things as a team working with absolute professionalism. Our customers will also experience the effects of these progressive ideas in joint projects.”

Erich Meixner, general manager technology

“ T he wire rod rolling mill sets new standards in the industry. It illustrates our passion for technology and enables us to continue working for progress every day. Uncompromising quality and optimised cooperation made the implementation of this unique project possible – these criteria are prioritised by all levels of voestalpine employees distinguishing their work. Now we’ve actually done it and are going into production.

And it’s something we always firmly believed we’d achieve from the outset.

It’s great that our commitment has been acknowledged in this way.”

Manfred Strecher, general manager sales

The result is an extensive range of micro alloyed CHQ grades providing tight tensile ranges and optimised microstructure. These include high purity steels for especially critical final-use applications, such as automotive airbags.

Ultra high strength CHQ wires are also available for extreme high temperature powertrain fasteners, in final strength classes of 14.9 or higher.

The result is the highest possible level of customer advantages, with the specific benefit that they can eliminate process stages contributing to their own cost efficiency. All of which is attested by the lowest reject rates on finished products and voestalpine Wire Technology’s consistent recognition as a benchmark in delivering reliability, quality, as well as technical and commercial services.

The new wire rod rolling mill further drives voestalpine Wire Rod Austria’s competence and value to a demanding

customer base. Mechanical and technological properties have improved and tolerances tightened through increased process reliability and integration. The size range is extended so voestalpine can offer from 4.5mm to 60mm diameters in coil weights of up to 3,000kg. Surface and heat treatment has been further integrated to the production process and customer requirements delivered from a cutting edge logistics system.

For voestalpine Wire Rod Austria the new facility also represents new levels of sustainability in its use of resources. voestalpine talks about ‘another step ahead’. That appears unduly modest. In a time of considerable turmoil in the global steel industry this strategic investment is an emphatic statement from a wire rod leader that it is committed to differentiating itself in an increasingly quality and service demanding market. www.voestalpine.com/wire

Gunter Korp, project manager

The overall combination makes voestalpine Wire Technology an outstanding partner for specialist requirements – in particular a market leader in complex cold heading applications.

One feature, just part of an overall commitment to long-term customer and development partnerships, is that voestalpine Wire Technology carries out its own simulation of cold and hot forming processes. It also offers the widest range of analysis varieties and techno-mechanical properties in CHQ grades.

A group of specialists from throughout voestalpine’s internal metallurgical network, engage in joint research and development activities with key customers – delivering short development times, in the knowledge that full traceability and test parameters from bloom to coil are assured through a quality inspection regime fully integrated with the production process.

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wire® 2016

wire® showcases the best in fastener manufacturing technologies From 4th – 8th April 2016 the world’s leading trade fairs wire® – the international wire and cable fair – and Tube® – the international tube fair – will simultaneously present technology highlights from their respective industries at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre, Germany, for the 15th time.

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he situation of the European steel industry is serious: Excess capacities on the global market, cheap imports from China, and massive pressure on prices, are giving producers in the industry a tough time.

Nevertheless, most companies look to wire® and Tube® with optimism. At the shows the key players of these industries meet every two years to present their innovations, meet customers and close business deals.

Covering a net exhibition space of currently over 59,000m², wire will feature machinery for the production and finishing of wire, tools and auxiliary materials in process engineering, as well as special wires and cables. The trade fair will also cover innovations in measurement and control engineering, test engineering and special areas.

The international wire and cable fair will occupy Halls 9 to 13, 16 and 17 in wire, cable and glass fibre machinery, as well as wire and cable products and the wire and cable trade, while innovations in metal forming will be shown in Hall 15.

Hall 16 will open its gates to mesh welding machines and

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spring making technology. So far over 1,280 companies from 51 countries have registered.

Hall 15 for fastener manufacturing technologies More than 156 companies will present fastener manufacturing technologies in Hall 15. Technologies on show range from cold and hot forging machinery for all types of fasteners and complex parts, thread rolling and secondary operations, tooling, materials handling and transfer, inspection and packaging equipment, as well as process monitoring systems and simulation software. Leading European, American and Asian manufacturers are all strongly represented.

This special preview highlights the innovative technologies to be encountered in Hall 15 and provides an insight into developments from many of the leading manufacturers.

Fastener + Fixing Magazine will be on hand throughout wire 2016, interviewing senior industry participants and preparing an in-depth post show report. If you would like us to visit your stand email editor@fastenerandfixing.com

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Hall 15 Exhibitor list Company 3View.Com Inc A.L.M.T. Corporation Aachener Maschinenbau GmbH Accuvision Technology Inc Aichelin Holding GmbH AIRTECH21 Co Ltd AKDENIZ CIVI Tel Nakliyat San ve Tic Ltd Sti Altrimex Packaging Equipment B.V Anu Extrusions Pvt Ltd Asahi Sunac Corporation Ascometal GmbH ASPE S.A.S Bass GmbH & Co KG Bilwinco A /S Brankamp GmbH Brüder Neumeister GmbH Brune GmbH Caber Impianti Srl Can-Eng Furnaces International Ltd Carl Bechem GmbH Carlo Salvi SpA Ceviz Pres Dokum Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S Champs Int & Services Srl Chi Ning Co Ltd Chien Tsai Machinery Enterprise Co Ltd Chii Chyuan Heat Treatment Industrial Co Ltd Ching Chan Optical Technology Co Ltd Chun Zu Machinery Industry Co Ltd Condat Lubrifiants SAS Construcciones Mecanicas Jose Lazpiur S.A CPM Gesellschaft für Computeranwendung, Prozeß- und Materialtechnik mbH CTR Carbide Dies (Birmingham) Ltd Daido Machinery Ltd Dimac Srl Dipl.-Ing Fritz Lichthart Betriebsgesellschaft mbH Dr Ing Gössling Maschinenfabrik GmbH Drawing Technology Inc (DTI) ECM Datensysteme GmbH EDKCORP Corporation EKM-Roth GmbH ENKOTEC A /S E.W. Menn GmbH Expometals.net Fabricacion Metales Duros S.A.L (FMD Carbide) Fastmatec Fastener Manufacturing Technology S.L FocalSpec Ltd Forplan AG Framco Chemicals Oy Frank Sieber GmbH tools and design General Inspection LLC Giovanni Anceschi Srl Gökcüoglu Makina San Ve Tic A.S Goudsmit Magnetic Systems B.V GPP Chemnitz mbH GWI Werkzeug und Stahl Vertriebs GmbH H.S. Automazioni Srl Hariton Machinery Co Inc Hatebur Umformmaschinen AG Hawers Co Ltd Helmut Steinfels GmbH & Co KG HEROSLAM S.A.L Hilker & Partner GmbH HyoDong Machine Co Ltd I. Penkert Metallbearbeitungs GmbH IFMSA Imanpack Packaging and Eco Solutions SpA Ingramatic SpA Institut für Umformtechnik der mittelständischen Wirtschaft Jagular Industry Ltd JCC Incorporated Jenn Tai Machinery Enterprise Co Ltd Jern Yao Enterprises Co Ltd Kingwin Precision Co Ltd KONFU Enterprise Co Ltd LAW-NDT Mess- und Prüfsysteme GmbH LM Finishing Systems Srl Loomis International Ltd

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Stand G48 J12 C36 B14 F56 J50 J36 F14 D39 C51 J32 E31 H15 C26 J60 J31 A60 F25 B41 B08 C42 B54 C60 A49 B26-08 B26-07 C59 E52 B43 H14 C40 E35 A43 F42 G06 H06 A26 B49 D11 D55 C22 B06 B52 E26 D12 G51 G52 B48 A44 H20 F41 F47 G13 C09 B14 E31 D56 H10 J35 J06 G10 D06 J41 B21 A56 A46 F26 B49 G55 G14 A47 B14 B53 B26-01 E25 G52 A19

Company M.D.M. Srl Special Tools Manassero & C Srl MARPOSS GmbH Mayes & Warwick Ltd MEA Maschinen GmbH Mectron Engineering Co Inc Metal Forming Systems Inc möller-tools GmbH Nakashimada Engineering Works Ltd National Machinery LLC Nedschroef Herentals N.V Ningbo Sijin Machinery Co Ltd PEE-WEE Kaltwalz- und Rohrbearbeitungsmaschinen Pioneer Trading Co Ltd Plan-E-Tech Industries Inc Polyprofils S.A.S Profiroll Technologies GmbH PTG Hi-Life Tools SPS International Ltd Push-Up Thread Dies Pvt Ltd RLS Tooling Ltd Redimo GmbH REGG Inspection Srl Rockford Manufacturing Group Inc Rohmann GmbH Rolling Tools Srl Rollwalztechnik Abele + Höltich GmbH RTM Products Inc Sacma Limbiate SpA Sakamura Machine Co Ltd Sala Punzoni Srl San Emu Corporation San Shing Fastech Corporation San Yung Electric Heat Machine Co Ltd Schwer + Kopka GmbH SCORTA Srl Seny Laminadoras de Roscas Y rodillos S.L Sertek Serra Global Technology S.L SFOB SAS (Société de Fabrication d’Outillage de la Brie) simufact engineering GmbH SINOSTEEL Equipment & Engineering Co Ltd SK AKO VIBRATION A /S SMART Machinery Srl SMF Sert Metal Kalip Sanayi ve Tic A.S SMF Tools B.V Soling PHF SL Stefan Hertweck GmbH & Co KG Streicher Maschinenbau GmbH Sumar OÜ Sungwon Eng Co Ltd T.L.M. Srl Talleres SASPI S.A Tecno Impianti Srl TECNOPRESS Srl TEMSA – Transformaciones y Estudios Metalurgicos S.A Teudeloff GmbH & Co KG Ticho Industries Ltd Tooling International Limited Torbi Deform S.L transco Drehautomaten GmbH Turbo-Clean GmbH U Queen Machinery Co Ltd Uldrian GmbH Maschinenbau Uniriv Ltd Universal Punch Corporation UTA Auto Industrial Co Ltd Videx Machine Engineering Ltd Vision Engineering Ltd VSM Vereinigte Schmirgel- und Maschinen-Fabriken AG Wafios Umformtechnik GmbH Weighpack International (WPI Services B.V) Worles S.L Wrentham Tool Group WSD GmbH Werkzeuge Schrauben Drehteile WTN Werkzeugtechnik Niederstetten GmbH & Co KG Yeswin Machinery Co Ltd Zeus Techno Inc Zwez-Chemie GmbH

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Stand G21 A31 J60 G16 F25 A26 A45 B21 A26 A26 A06 C47 G41 G36 E32 F48 C32 A17 D52 B55 G26 A52 H41 G42 F31 C52 J16 F26 G26 E42 G14 B26-04 B26-05 A05 F43 G41 B51 G40 D13 E55 C14 A26 C06 A06 A18 E39 J42 J05 E51 G47 E36 E06 J25 A25 B42 B26-06 B42 D03 A15 B17 A43 D55 F52 H13 B26-03 A53 A59 D05 B06 F22 D39 J37 A26 B42 A37 F06 C56

Hall 15 exhibitors listed on www.wire.de as of 01.03.16

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Ticket prices

Monday 4th April – Thursday 7th April: 9:00 – 18:00 Friday 8 th April: 9:00 – 16:30

Day ticket Online pre-selling: 38 euros On-site: 55 euros Reduced day ticket: 16 euros Season ticket Online pre-selling: 78 euros On-site: 96 euros

All admission tickets entitle visitors to free travel to and from the exhibition grounds on the day of the visit, with all public transportation means of VRR in the price category D, (DB/German Railway 2nd class, supplement-free trains only).

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Hall 15 Floor plan

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National Machinery to exhibit with new partners

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National Machinery LLC’s stand at wire® 2016 will be bigger this year, as it will feature two new partnerships – SMART Machinery Srl and its thread rolling equipment, as well as Nakashimada Engineering Works Ltd and its smaller diameter headers and cold/warm formers.

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ow under the umbrella of National Machinery products and services, SMART Machinery is known for its technological advancements in thread rolling machinery – whereby mechanical drives are replaced by high precision, low maintenance servo drives. Using its patented technology, SMART has developed a full range of flat die thread rolling equipment to serve the fastener industry.

In addition, National Machinery Europe GmbH recently entered into a sales representation agreement for Nakashimada products and services in specific European countries.

The agreement encompasses quotations and sales of new machines, spare parts and services.

Both these new partnerships will be represented at the stand with live demonstrations of a SMART Machinery NG 20 HE induction flat die thread roller and a Nakashimada NP100 2 die 3 blow parts former. Other equipment featured at the National Machinery stand will include a Mectron Q5000 Qualifier and RCD 9500 ‘rotary crack detection’ unit performing demonstrations along with a DTI wire drawer 5830-130TSE unit on display.

National will also showcase a live FORMAX® XXV robotic tool changer. Visitors can witness the ease of operation as the robot performs punch and die cassette changes on a smaller scale FORMAX® XXV replica model.

The National Machinery stand will also feature extensive information about National Machinery, SMART Machinery and

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Nakashimada warm forming machines. All have produced machinery equipped with warm forming capabilities for the aerospace and specialty material applications. Whether visitors are interested in a fully integrated warming system or a machine that includes the capability to warm form, experts on the stand will be available to answer questions and help determine the best machine design to suite specific part making needs.

Support service technicians will also be available to explain how the National Machinery rebuild process stands out in the industry for quality. Technicians will have detailed information regarding new support services technologies, such as advanced inspection tools and the Virtual Service tool.

Met-MAX Innovations experts will also be available to explain the recent upgrades to the online cold form tooling and process calculation program Quikcalc ePlus.

Quikcalc ePlus is a valuable aid for cold forming tool design engineers by simplifying customary cold forming calculations, saving time and taking the guess work out of difficult analyses.

Program updates include the following improvements: • Quikcalc’s printing and emailing functionality has been enhanced with a cleaner print layout that automatically opens as a PDF. The PDF can easily be printed, emailed or saved.

• The once combined load/energy calculator: ‘Square Up/Enclosed Upset’ is now separated into two separate calculators. This change will prevent the user from inadvertently selecting the wrong type of operation, by making the user select which type of upset they plan to use.

• The default Workstress Value (1,380N/mm² or 200,000 psi) has been added to the 2-Ring and 3-Ring Press-Fit calculators, as an added convenience feature.

• A completely new functionality has been designed so that users can change the order of calculation jobs by simply dragging and dropping the job tab either forward or backward. This allows for the reordering of calculations in a forming sequence.

• Another functionality improvement will occur when changing any input value in a calculation. By changing any value entered in a calculator form, the previously calculated results will be deleted. This will prevent the possibility of displaying the wrong calculated values after an input value is changed but not recalculated.

“You can learn more about how the program works by watching the demo online or test drive the program for yourself by signing up for a 15 day free trial.” www.nationalmachinery.com

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The future is electric direct drive technology Nedschroef Herentals N.V has invested considerable resources, with great success, in the development of electric direct drive modules for its range of formers, which combine state of the art electric direct drive technology with ultra-efficient mechanical kinematics – hence the name Nedform Hybrid.

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edschroef’s hybrid technology makes independent and efficient programming of key process parameters in any position of the main slide possible, resulting in new forming capabilities. As a result of the optimal balance between machine forging load, energy, tool geometry, as well as kick-out length, each Nedform Hybrid type can produce a wide range of complex parts and high-quality fasteners.

To add to this, Nedschroef has introduced its latest development –

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the servo electric driven multi station cold former – which it says is unique in the industry and will bring a veritable revolution in cold forming. This is due to the superior servo technology compared to conventional mechanical machines, as well as the innovative machine concept making forming easier and more efficient.

The benefits of the NC former are repeatability and accuracy in manufacturing, high productivity, great production flexibility, and new forming possibilities. Furthermore, due to the simple operation of the machine, it will reduce the skill level required of the operator and will result in less human errors. Also, thanks to the standard green features, energy consumption is reduced and the machine is practically wear free due to the direct drive transmission of power.

“During the show visitors will be able to discover our latest developments by live demonstrations of the Nedform Hybrid NH625 (25mm diameter, 6 die), as well as the fully servo electric driven NC714 (16mm diameter, 7 die). We look forward to welcoming you to Hall 15, stand A06.”

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A step change in customer service In the modern market place everything starts with the customer. Tata Steel’s Scunthorpe Rod Mill (SRM) has adopted this philosophy. Listening to feedback from its customer base it is making a step change in the service offered to the German market with the opening of a new warehouse facility.

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ata Steel supplies products into many leading wire drawers and converters in mainland Europe and in recent years, Germany has become an increasingly important European market for sales of wire rod – especially cold heading quality wire rod. For Tata Steel, in today’s demanding market place, differentiation from its competitors through service excellence is the key to success. The new German warehouse facility will provide a step change in the way that Tata Steel will be able to provide flexible supply to its customers. “We listened to feedback from our German customer base,” explains Clare Hanna, business development manager – wire rod. “Whilst they were happy with the level of service provided by Scunthorpe Rod Mill, they felt that improvements could be made to enable them to better serve their increasingly demanding supply chains.”

The German warehouse facility will help address two issues that Tata Steel’s customers in Germany face – the first being lack of storage space at their own factories and the second, the responsive lead times they require to be able to supply into service critical sectors such as the automotive sector.

The Altena region of Germany, approximately 100km east of Duisburg, is

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at the heart of the country’s wire drawing industry and home to many of Tata Steel’s German customers. The terrain of the region is made up of steep-sided valleys with very little flat open space meaning many of the wire drawers and converters in the region have limited stocking space.

The new warehouse facility is located in Duisburg, close to customers’ factories, to allow them to have stock close by that they can call off at their convenience.

In the wire rod supply chain, there are no independent stockholders to buffer service critical supply chains such as the automotive supply chain, hence Tata Steel’s decision to provide a warehousing solution in the German

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market. Historically, Tata Steel has built up successes in Germany through its flexible rolling programme, which allowed it to respond quickly to its customer’s demand fluctuations. This, in turn, supported it in securing business with its customers through its ability to offer shorter lead times.

The Rod Mill in Scunthorpe rolls most common rod sizes every two weeks and a couple of sizes every week.

However, the demands on suppliers in the higher value added sectors are becoming ever greater and Tata Steel is committed to ensuring the supply chain is strong and sustainable. By giving its customers not only a flexible rolling programme but also the opportunity to call off material from the warehouse facility in Germany, Tata Steel can now offer customers even greater responsiveness than before, through a next day delivery service rather than the three days it takes material to reach Germany from the UK. “The new warehouse facility will enable us to offer greater service flexibility and delivery continuity to our customers.

This development has been well received in the market place and our customer base are eager for the facility to be up and running,” say Christoph Bross, sales manager – Germany.

in step with your business Step into a partnership that takes your business further.

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Our focus is to support you to improve your business performance, whether that’s through process efficiencies or product development. We do that by understanding your business as well as you do. A flexible, short-cycle rolling programme means we can react quickly to fulfil your orders.

We’ll work with you to reduce stock across the supply chain, ensuring you have all the steel you need, just when you need it.

Together we make the difference www.tatasteeleurope.com

Our dedicated account managers provide a single point of access, not only to our wide range of wire rod, but also to our technical, logistical and manufacturing expertise.

And our international network provides a local service, worldwide.

Find out how we can work together to make a difference to your business: E: wire.rod@tatasteel.com T: +44 (0) 1724 381410

wire® 2016 The warehousing and distribution service will be provided by a third party experienced in handling wire rod. The order dispatch flow is currently in the testing phase to ensure that once the warehouse is fully operational, Tata Steel’s customers will receive the same high standards of service they have come to expect from the team at Scunthorpe Rod Mill. From a customer point of view, the only difference they will see in the service they receive will be the speed at which their material arrives.

rod,” explains Alan Pashley, operations manager, SRM. “During our visits to the warehouse we will help to put in place processes and practices to ensure that not only is the storage of coils carried out in accordance with the relevant safety standards, but that the coil stocks are configured correctly to minimise the risk of any damage occurring whilst in the warehouse.” The use of appropriate handling equipment for unloading and loading will also ensure the coil is protected from damage.

The opening of the warehouse is an exciting development for the team at SRM, standing alongside some of the product and process improvements that have been delivered in recent years.

The Rod Mill’s business is committed to working in partnership with both new and long-standing customers to implement service solutions that allow customers to combat some of the pressures they face in the more demanding, value-added supply chains.

The opening of the new warehouse

In the run up to wire® 2016, teams from the Scunthorpe Rod Mill will visit the warehouse to train warehouse operatives – covering a range of topics from safety awareness to coil handling standards and expectations, through to the detailed service requirements of individual customers. Working safely is the first priority at Tata Steel and it is vitally important for the SRM team to extend that principle to the warehouse. Training for the operatives will include a detailed course covering load safe principles to ensure the safe loading, storage, transport and unloading of material.

“The SRM team has many years of experience in handling and storing wire

The Scunthorpe Rod Mill team pays very close attention to the specific requirements of individual customers and every effort is made to make sure that these requirements are met. In order to help the warehouse team to understand these requirements and apply them to the relevant customers, the account teams and their colleagues based in Germany have produced individual customer requirement handbooks. The team believe that having information on specific customer needs at the fingertips of the operatives will help to ensure that the customer receives the same level of service as they would were the material to come directly from the UK.

facility in the German market is just one example of the emphasis Tata Steel puts on working collectively with customers; listening to their needs and responding by taking appropriate actions. “Our customers play a vital role in our business and we will continue to listen to their requirements and strive to continuously improve,” explains Campbell McGibbon, sales director wire rod and semi finished products.

The Scunthorpe Rod Mill team will be attending wire 2016 and look forward to meeting visitors and answering any questions they may have on the roll out of the German warehouse facility. www.tatasteeleurope.com

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Inspection of anchor bolts

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Dimac Srl recently supplied its MCV4 and MCV2 rotary table machines to German-based Möhling GmbH for the inspection of 300mm long anchor bolts, which also require bending inspection.

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imac’s MCV4 machine has been designed to control the complete range of high-quality anchor bolts, which Möhling GmbH successfully produces for automotive manufacturers. The bending inspection is done in sequence together with crack detection and heat treatment inspection by Eddy current technology. Thread profiles and full 360° dimensional controls can also be carried out.

Lars Kunkowski, sorting department manager at Möhling GmbH, explains: “Every single bolt is picked up and turned 360° while the rotary table indexes. The complete bolt profile is scanned as 3D by the side profile cameras and the MCVx software performs a complete bending check with the highest possible accuracy.”

The MCV4 can be used 24 hours a day, across the three shifts of Möhling’s sorting facility. “In 2015 we started working with Dimac on our company specifications and I personally followed the machine pre-acceptance in Italy and the final acceptance in Germany,” mentions Lars. “Everything was fulfilling our expectations in terms of performances and accuracy of the inspection.”

Lars continues: “This machine is really user-friendly to set up and we can changeover from one part to a new one in a very short time. The after sales service team at Dimac is fantastic, they give a very prompt online teleservice support, as well as offering support and consultation for any improvements of the inspection capacities.”

Using the MCV4 for anchor bolts is an example of how Dimac challenges itself to meet its customers’ demands for complex sorting solutions. The MCV4 index rotary table inspection machine, which covers the range M6 – M20, can also be adapted for the inspection of brake booster bolts up to 300mm long.

The MCV4 uses Dimac’s MCVx vision inspection system, which the company says is one of the most advanced dedicated systems for the inspection of fasteners. The system is the

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result of 15 years research and development, which Dimac carried out with some of the most important fastener manufacturers around the world – helping it to create this state of the art inspection software for fasteners.

Mr Möhling personally expressed his satisfaction for the partnership developed with Dimac and Winner & Co (Dimac’s German representative) during the last 5 years. “Dimac has been able to meet our requirements in terms of 100% inspection of very complex parts, which the automotive industry is challenging us to meet every day.”

Dimac is an Italian manufacturer of a wide range of 100% automatic inspection, measuring and sorting machines for fasteners. Its machines are robust and include a high-tech machine vision system combined with very simple set up and rapid changeover times. Each machine model is extremely flexible and could be customised for specific applications at the request of individual customers. www.dimacsrl.com

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HILGELAND thread rolling dies WAFIOS Umformtechnik at the WIRE SHOW from 4th – 8th April 2016 in Düsseldorf, Germany Hall 10 Booth 10F40 Hall 15 Booth 15B06 (Rolling Dies)

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SASPI excited about wire® 2016 Once again Talleres SASPI S.A will be exhibiting at the wire® 2016 show in Düsseldorf, Germany, and is keen to showcase all that is new at the company, after another successful year.

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ASPI confirmed that it has been an especially successful year in the aerospace and automotive markets, thanks to its machines reliability and accuracy. All of the company’s capabilities for both markets will be represented at the show.

This includes SASPI’s brand new NMPA pointer, which will be on display with a completely new design. This type of machine is mainly made for the aerospace industry and is highly appreciated for its speed and precision, as well as its high technology and versatility. The NMPA pointer machine can be used to point, drill and broach in a high speed.

Also on display will be the NGV5-40, a heavy-duty thread roller with a brand new design. This machine is fully motorised with the patented die block adjustment that together with other motorisations makes it easy and quick to set up.

“All of these features and more will be shown during wire® 2016 at our stand. We look forward to meeting you there.” www.saspi.es

T.L.M adds RP27 to its range

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The latest development is the addition of the RP27.

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For 42 years SMF Tools has been producing high precision tools for the cold and hot forming industry – specialising in manufacturing complex carbide and steel tooling, and particular in collapsing dies.

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esides being the largest machine that T.L.M manufactures, the RP27 underlines the strengths of the company’s production. It is an extremely robust and versatile machine that is suitable for the deformation of large diameters. It can be supplied with a split utensil holder that enables customers to process not only large, but also very long special shaped components.

The RP27 is able to produce components from M10/M12 up to M30 and, with some variants, can also produce diameters slightly higher than those indicated.

“We invite visitors to our stand at wire® 2016 to find out more about the RP27 and to have a look at our production via a video demonstration.” www.tlmweb.it

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ased on its experience SMF Tools is able to offer a support service in the broadest sense to its customers, from the initial concept to the final ‘ready to produce’ (assembled) tooling.

SMF Tools aim is to improve customers’ tool life whilst reaching the lowest cost price per piece. It can do this by combining modern equipment, such as wire and sparkling-EDM machines, CNC lathes, 3 and 5 axle milling machines, as well as using techniques such as CAD/CAM with traditional operations – ensuring that the products go through the most optimal machining processes and produce the highest quality and dimensional accuracy.

“We invite all visitors to wire® 2016 to our stand, where we will be more than happy to talk to you about our solutions.”

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Weighpack’s packing possibilities Weighpack International (WPI Services B.V), a specialist in fastener inspection and packaging equipment, will be showing its full range of packaging equipment for the fastener and cold forming industry on its stand at wire® 2016.

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utch-based Weighpack will be exhibiting a wide variety of new machinery on its stand, including its new range of machines to pack long products; automatic form, fill and seal machines for anti-corrosion film – used to protect fasteners when shipped overseas; semi-automatic hand packing tables to pack short runs; as well as fibre packing and dosing machines for high-tensile steel fibre concrete.

Other products that Weighpack will highlight during the show include box erectors for auto-lock bottom boxes; bowl feeder counters with bag maker for small medium sized fasteners; as well as high-speed multi-head weighing/counting machines for a large range of products.

“At Weighpack we give you a total overview of the packing possibilities for fastener and cold formed products. We look forward to meeting you at the wire® show.” www.weighpack.nl

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Tecno Impianti introduces new in-line wire drawer Italian-based Tecno Impianti Srl will exhibit the latest version of one of its most successful in-line wire drawers – the SKP14 – at the upcoming wire® 2016 show.

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ecno Impianti points out that the machine has been totally re-designed, with a new chassis and new transmission, which permit a great saving in space and reduced maintenance.

It also has a maximum inlet wire diameter of 14mm.

The SKP14 machine that will be exhibited at wire® will be equipped with a die-box designed for drawing with oil lubricant, with tank and motor pump system.

Before drawing the wire, operators need either to point the wire head or eventually execute a butt-welding operation. For this reason, the wire drawer SKP14 will be joined on the Tecno Impianti stand by the wire pointing machine – AT14 – and the butt-welding machine – ST14.

Tecno Impianti has sold 750 wire pointing machines

so far, and the model AT14 with two rolling cylinders, is the best-selling model. The machine comes equipped with a carriage in order to be utilised with more than one wire drawer.

Also at wire® 2016 Tecno Impianti will debut its butt-welding unit ST14, which comes equipped with carriage and grinding wheel. In addition, for the construction sector, there will be a rolling/profiling cold rolling cassette – CRC-150-30-33 – and the rolls-releasing device, DSR, on display.

Last but not least, Tecno Impianti will also introduce for the first time its brand new EvoCut6012 – a straightening and cutting machine for smooth wire, which is designed for working with a range from 6mm to 12mm. www.tecnoimpianti-italy.com

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• Werkzeuge tooling for the fastener industry • Gewindewalzwerkzeug thread rolling dies • Neu- & Gebrauchtmaschinen New- & 2nd hand machinery • Instandhaltung, Wartung & Überholungen service, maintenance & repair • Kaltstauchdrähte cold forging wire • Rostfreie Kaltstauchdrähte stainless wire • NE Metalle nonferous-metalls

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REGG Inspection S.r.l.

Via Ticino, 30/G • 20064 - Gorgonzola (MI) - Italy Tel. +39 02 9574 6376 • Fax +39 02 9574 4153 info@regginspection.com • www.regginspection.com

IN-LINE WIRE DRAWING MACHINES For calibrating wire from 2,0 to 35,0 m, in-line with cold headers and machines for chains.

HORIZONTAL WIRE DRAWING BULLBLOCKS

FOR YOUR IN-LINE AND OFF-LINE WIRE DRAWING NEEDS Tel. +39 0341.604801 • Fax +39 0341.604289 www.tecnoimpianti-italy.com • info@tecnoimpianti-italy.com

For coil-to-coil wire drawing of cold heading wire from 5,0 to 32,0 mm.

Our lines are supplied complete with uncoilers, wire pointers, take-up units, coil compactors.

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Videx Machine Engineering Ltd is able to manufacture a wide variety of machinery, a selection of which will be on display at wire® 2016.

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achines that will be on Videx’s stand include the VAS-20-DBH, a fully automatic bolt bending machine from coil for the production of U-Bolts and eye bolts. The VAS-20-DBH is able to pull the wire from the coil, straighten it, cut to length, thread roll on both sides in a thread range from M6 – M12, and bend to shape.

Also on the stand will be the VA-20-ES planetary thread roller with closed structure for pre-hardened fasteners. The machine controls the feed position and indexes the feed cam to a fresh start point, thus considerably increasing die life. It is also equipped with Videx’s ‘Controlled Feed’ system, for threading lap-free threads on any material. Other features include hydraulic clamp of the thread rolling dies and quick set up features. The VA-20-ES offers a thread range from M6 – M16 and has a production speed of up to 640 parts per minute.

Other machines available from Videx include dual spindle thread rollers for straightening and thread rolling long hardened fasteners, thread and knurl wheel bolts and thread roll dual side fasteners; straighten and cut machines from coil with optional chamfering up to 45mm diameter; U-bolts, straight studs and eye-bolt machines from coil; as well as extrusion machines for bars up to 100mm diameter.

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SACMA Group to show its riches SACMA Group will present all of its innovations, machines, and events it has planned for 2016, at the upcoming wire® show and invites all visitors to its stand to find out more about the exciting projects.

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uring wire® SACMA will introduce a variety of new models including the combined header models SP48L and SP38SL, as well as the progressive header SP451-EL with extended capabilities. SACMA will also focus on the net shape parts former model SP470-CRM – which makes special parts using new features such as S-Feed wire feeder driven by servomotor; the new S-Panel with the SC-Matic software; the new quick changeover package; and the fully motorised adjustment of the machine. The SP470-CRM also includes a new soundproof enclosure to help reduce noise.

Also at the show, Ingramatic will be showcasing its warm forming line – the RP420-WF30 – which is popular with the aerospace market and other markets that use special materials for making screws and bolts. Ingramatic points out that the RP420-WF30 – is the only fully integrated warm forming roller available on the market.

Ingramatic will also be looking at its new I-Thread model – RP720-R1 – equipped with servomotors for die match adjustment and a CNC double starter unit. The RP720-R1 extends the capacity of the previous model thanks to its new QTC washer assembly unit with a 300mm disc diameter – allowing the assembly of washers up to 0.85mm in external diameter.

Ingramatic will also be talking to visitors about its technology for the future, such as the RP120 and RP220 coming soon in 2016.

“Ingramatic is definitively leading the market with a complete new generation of machines with high-tech solutions designed and made following the best industrial rules.”

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SACMA Group will also present the SACMA Training Centre, which is located in SACMA Germany and represents a space where customers can receive personalised training for the use of headers and threaders. Customers will have at their disposal new generation machines, including a SACMA header and an Ingramatic threader.

“SACMA Group personnel will be pleased to welcome visitors at wire 2016 to hall 15 stand F26, to show and explain in detail all the characteristics and technicalities of the whole machine range.” www.sacmagroup.com

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Supplying quality threading tools RLS Tooling Ltd has manufactured thread rolling dies since 1989 and continually reinvests in more advanced CNC machinery and CAD/CAM software, as well as its staff, to ensure that it is making quality tools that meet the high demands expected by its customers.

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LS Tooling manufactures a full range of flat dies for standard, special and licenced thread forms, with its thread rolling dies used worldwide by fastener manufacturers for the construction, automotive, white goods and aerospace industries.

The company hold licences to manufacture dies for Taptite®, MAThread® and Excalibur Screwbolt® products. RLS also manufactures a range of circular thread rolls and can make rolls for the majority of two roll machines – up to a maximum diameter of 315mm – as well as for the Fette three roll system.

In the interest of maximising tool life RLS also offers a regrind facility for a large part of its range.

In addition to its range of standard materials, RLS offers a range of HSS or powder metallurgy type steels. Also, thanks to the various coatings that the company can offer, it is able to further enhance the tool life of its products.

“RLS Tooling has been built on the basis of forming long-lasting partnerships with its customers, which has been achieved by understanding and carefully interpreting

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our customers’ requirements. Our mission is to remain a competitive manufacturer and supplier of quality threading tools, with a commitment to continuously improve our methods and procedures.”

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Lazpiur S.A has developed the new BEGItech CLT machine, which is able to verify parts with an output of 800 fasteners per minute – helping to further expand the company’s range of inspection machinery for fastener products.

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n-line with the company’s policy to build on the latest technology available, the BEGItech product range relies on powerful software with the calculation capacity to verify 800 parts per minute. An innovative feature of the BEGItech CLT machine is that the inspection is performed while the part is in the air. This design removes any interference between the vision system and the measured object – doing away with eventual dirt, wear or glass breakage and other issues affecting the measuring function.

The part is carried on a belt and then ejected while the vision system snaps the part on the fly, which ensures the full and efficient inspection of the fastener.

“The BEGItech CLT machine is the perfect solution for parts such as screws, studs, shafts and bar turning. The accuracy of this system is 0.005mm and depends on the chosen vision hardware.”

Lazpiur has launched two versions of the BEGItech CLT machine. The first one is designed for small parts up to 20mm long; and the second version can handle larger parts with a scope of up to 50mm long.

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Manassero appointed exclusive agent Manassero & C Srl has announced that 15.A31 it has just been appointed exclusive agent for Rockford Manufacturing Group (RMG) Inc, Fastener Engineers (FE), and Lewis, for a selection of European territories including the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Slovakia, Croatia, Romania, Hungary and Serbia.

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MG produces efficient, reliable and cost-effective in-line wire drawing machinery. The machinery is able to support a variety of industries including fasteners, wire products, construction, and steel wire and rod.

Synonymous with wire straightening and cutting, Manassero points out that RMG and Lewis machines can be found in wire product shops across the western world and are known for their robustness. In fact, many of the Lewis machines, built over the last 100 years, are still operating today.

“It is an honour for Manassero to have achieved RMG’s confidence for these important markets and we are confident we will start to see good results soon. We are planning to introduce RMG, FE and Lewis machines at wire® 2016 and invite visitors to our stand to speak to Savino, Marco and Filippo Manassero about the options available.”

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CPM to showcase forging software German-based CPM Gesellschaft für Computeranwendung, Prozeß- und Materialtechnik mbH works in research, technical consulting, and software development, in the area of forging and will present its capabilities to visitors at wire® 2016.

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oftware products that will be on display at the show include eesy-2-form, eesy-form and eesy-DieOpt. eesy-2-form is a 2D FEA simulation system, which CPM mentions is easy to handle and has proved its reliability in industrial application for more than 16 years all around the world. The latest developments for eesy-2-form relate to tool ware, product failure detection and microstructure analysis for modern materials. eesy-form is the 3D add on to eesy-2-form, which has been in use for more than 15 years in the cold and hot forging

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industries. The latest developments involve tools analysis, as well as machine set-up, which includes complex systems using hydraulic cushions and advanced post-processing. At the show CPM will present examples of eesy-form in operation using industrial production.

Also on display will be eesy-DieOpt – an established system for design and optimistion of tool layouts using multi-ring pre-stressing systems. CPM will show and explain in detail how such a system can be used together with process simulation to optimise tooling properties and tool life.

Faster, higher, stronger with BASS threading technology The machining of internal threads is a real challenge within the fastener industry. It doesn’t matter if the threading tool is supposed to be used in cold or hot formed steel – its geometry and tolerance has to be selected in accordance with existing operating conditions.

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eing a specialist in this field, BASS GmbH & Co KG is able to offer many new and innovative solutions for the machining of internal threads, which it will be showcasing at wire® 2016 in Hall 15, stand H15.

BASS points out that its state of the art coating allows for faster cutting speed during tapping and thread forming, which in turn helps to reduce the processing time in the machining of components.

Also, in the case of larger dimensions over 24mm, the roll tap and forming tool DURAMAX is predestined to meet the requirements for a process reliable and chipless machining.

By continuously developing, BASS has succeeded in enlarging

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the scope of applications up to a dimension of M64 x 6.

Besides the classical use of machine and roll taps in the reversing tapping process, BASS also offers solutions for the run-over tapping process. With its AMGB V for the fully automatic tapping of nuts, BASS offers a three part system – combining three high-quality BASS tools into one. The precisely manufactured cartridge connects the tap nip with the bent shank. This ensures that the shank part and cutting tool can still be used in case of high torque and breakage as a result of wear.

With the AMGB V, the cartridge and the shank, customers can flexibly respond to individual processing needs in terms of form and execution.

SKAKO VIBRATION focusing on packaging system SKAKO VIBRATION AS will be focusing on its semi-automatic packaging machine at wire® 2016, which is able to weigh and package different kinds of carton boxes and plastic or steel returnable boxes (KLTs).

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KAKO points out that its semi-automatic packaging system is easy to operate and reprogramme and it has a compact, single floor design. The machine also has an open construction, which makes the process both accessible and easily monitored.

The system consists of a vibrating storage feeder, a vibrating conveyor feeder with special chute system, as well as a table with integrated load cells and integrated sample/check weighing platform – all controlled by a Siemens PLC. “This flexible system can be configured in different sizes and can also be supplied with a lift and tip unit for easy loading. The lift tipper can be configured according to each customer’s specific containers.”

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EVENTS CALENDAR

Fastener Fair India Where: New Delhi, India Web: www.fastenerfair.com

When: 19 May – 20 May 2016 What: The fastener event for India.

National Hardware Show Where: Las Vegas, USA When: 4 May – 6 May 2016 Web: www.nationalhardwareshow.com What: Connects retailers, dealers, wholesalers, distributors

and manufacturing to the marketplace.

parts2clean Where: Stuttgart, Germany When: 31 May – 2 Jun 2016 Web: www.parts2clean.de What: Leading international trade fair for industrial parts

and surface cleaning.

Global Automotive Components and Suppliers Expo Where: Stuttgart, Germany When: 31 May – 2 Jun 2016 Web: www.globalautomotivecomponentsandsuppliersexpo.com What: Automotive components exhibition.

Fastener Fair Mexico Where: Mexico City, Mexico When: 1 Jun – 2 Jun 2016 Web: www.fastenerfair.com What: The fastener event for Mexico.

2016 Guangzhou International Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition Where: Guangzhou, China When: 12 Jun – 14 Jun 2016 Web: www.julang.com.cn What: Metal industries and materials including fasteners.

Intersolar Europe Where: Munich, Germany When: 22 Jun – 24 Jun 2016 Web: www.intersolar.de What: International exhibition for solar technology.

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20th Mechanical Components & Materials Technology Expo Where: Tokyo, Japan When: 22 Jun – 24 Jun 2016 Web: www.mtech-tokyo.jp/en What: Mechanical components and materials technologies.

2016 Fastener Expo Shanghai Where: Shanghai, China When: 23 Jun – 25 Jun 2016 Web: www.fastenerexpo.cn What: Specialist industrial fastener exhibition.

IndiaMart Handtools + Fastener Expo Where: New Delhi, India When: 10 Aug – 12 Aug 2016 Web: www.iihtexpo.com What: Handtools and fastener exhibition.

wire China Where: Shanghai, China When: 26 Sep – 29 Sep 2016 Web: www.wirechina.net What: Wire and cable, including fastener manufacturing technology.

Fastener Fair Italy Where: Milan, Italy When: 28 Sep – 29 Sep 2016 Web: www.fastenerfair.com What: The fastener event for Italy

INDOFASTENER Where: Jakarta, Indonesia When: 28 Sep – 30 Sep 2016 Web: www.indofastener.com What: Dedicated trade fair for the Indonesian fastener and

fixing industry.

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Visitors numbers flat but quality key in Köln Held on 6th – 8th March 2016, once again at the Koelnmesse, this year’s newly formatted three day EISENWARENMESSE International Hardware Fair Köln saw visitor numbers rise slightly to an estimated 44,000 (2014: 43,879) – from 124 countries. Claire Edwards, deputy editor, visited the show to find out what fastener exhibitors thought of the show and if it is still recognised as an international meeting place.

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otal exhibitor participation for the show fell by approximately 4% to 2,670 exhibitors, representing 55 countries – compared to 2,783 in 2014. Germany recorded the highest growth in exhibitors rising by 6.3%.

In addition to Germany, among the European exhibitors, France, Great Britain, Italy and Spain were strongly represented.

A total of 144,000m² of exhibitor space was split into four segments: Tools, industrial supply, fasteners & fixings and fittings, and home improvement. Around 170 ‘fastener’ exhibitors were housed in Hall 5.2, however, unlike previous years this also included Asian exhibitors who were not limited to Halls 1 to 3. The Asian exhibitors accounted for approximately half of all exhibitors in Hall 5.2. Other fastener and fixing exhibitors included Bossong SpA, Chaves Bilbao S.A, Chemfix Products Ltd, Verbindungselemente Engel GmbH, Fixi Srl, INDEX Fixing Systems, Lederer GmbH, Lee Spring Limited, pgb-Europe nv, F. REYHER Nchfg GmbH & Co KG, Rivit Srl and Schäfer + Peters GmbH – with the latter having arguably Hall 5.2’s busiest stand across the show’s three days.

Florian Walter, product manager at Schäfer + Peters GmbH, commented: “This year’s show has been a good opportunity for us to come and meet with all of our current customers in one location and maintain these relationships.”

Also in Hall 5.2 was Italian specialist in the production and distribution of fastening systems and tools for sheet metal working, Rivit Srl. The company was showcasing its new RIV606 system for standard blind rivets, from 3.4mm to 4.8mm in diameter, and the RIV616 system, which can be used for rivet nuts from M3 to M8. Adrian Andreescu, export manager,

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commented: “We are extremely pleased with the selection of international visitors including those from Ukraine, Lebanon, Russia, Brazil, Portugal and Czech Republic. We are satisfied with the new three day format and the high-level of interest in our new products.”

Also displaying new tools in Hall 5.2 was first time exhibitor SmarTTools®. Showcasing its new concept for screwdriving – the SmarTTool® handle enables users to keep just one tool for all screwdriving needs. The ergonomic oval handle has a comfortable grip and its socket is made of CR-V. It has a durable connection and can handle high torque. John Lanser, managing director at SmarTTools, said: “We chose this tool to bring with us to Köln because of its uniqueness and it has been very well received. On the first day of the show we saw many smaller retailers visit the stand. As the show progressed, the calibre of visitors also changed and we saw many distributors that we’re looking to target.”

Attracting visitors to its stand this year with another celebrity lookalike was stainless steel fastener specialist Lederer GmbH. ‘Lewis Hamilton’ was encouraging visitors to have a go on the F1 simulator that enabled visitors to ‘drive’ around famous Formula One circuits worldwide.

Markus Gebehenne, marketing manager at Lederer GmbH, said: “The show has been up and down during the three days, but mostly ‘up,’ and as a result we will come away with some quality leads.”

Many fastener companies noted that visitor numbers were simply “not what they used to be.” Trade visitor numbers have fallen in the last decade. From a high of 75,000 in 2006 to this year’s 44,000 – albeit across only three days.

Walking the aisles outside Hall 5.2 the main tool halls 10.1 and 10.2 were buzzing and were extremely lively throughout the duration of the show.

With a new position in Hall 10.1 returning specialist in threading technologies, BAER Vertriebs GmbH reported a busy and successful show. Paul Daroszewski, business development manager at BAER Vertriebs GmbH, said: “This year we’ve got a slightly smaller stand but we’ve moved our position and we’re extremely happy with the decision. We’ve received some good quality contacts throughout the three days at the show.”

Also exhibiting outside the fastener hall in Hall 10.2 was Heller Tools GmbH, showcasing its new dust extraction tool for drilling – Duster Expert. The innovative two-in-one drill bit drills and simultaneously extracts the drilling dust directly from the hole during the drilling process. The drill bit is also certified for use with chemical anchors of leading fastening suppliers.

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Kay Jungblut, head of marketing and product management at Heller Tools GmbH, explained: “Visitors have been particularly interested in our dust extractor tool with 98% less dust than during conventional drilling processes. Dust-free drilling is an interesting subject that we’re predicting will be a hot topic in Europe over the next couple of years, and the interest at the show is proving that. We are creating awareness so our customers know we have a solution.”

New to this year’s show was the DIY Boulevard spanning 230 metres through the centre of Hall 5.1. Approximately 40 exhibitors were part of the DIY Boulevard including fixings manufacturer SWG Schraubenwerk Gaisbach GmbH, tesa GmbH, and fischer Deutschland Vertriebs GmbH. fischer was also the winner of the EISEN Award 2016 for its DUOPOWER, a two component general fixing which is able to decide autonomously whether to expand, fold or knot in construction material. The plug displays a high load-bearing capacity in all solid, perforated and board building materials.

Overall EISENWARENMESSE is still recognisably the best European event for tools, however that contrasts with a far less defined fastener and fixing presence. The feeling from ‘fastener’ exhibitors was that there was still quality visitors at this year’s show, especially the long range visitors. Some exhibitors suggested, however, that fastener companies should be able to exhibit in the main tool halls where the aisles were significantly busier.

The next edition of EISENWARENMESSE will once again take place at the Koelnmesse on 4th – 6th March 2018.

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Fastener Fair Italy wins strong industry support Thanks to a very positive response from the industry, the first Fastener Fair Italy is almost sold out. By mid-February only a limited number of stands remained unallocated at the show, which takes place at MiCo – Milano Congressi in Milan, Italy, on 28th – 29th September 2016.

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ore than 130 companies from 11 countries have said they will be participating at the event. Italy’s fastener and fixing industry will be especially well represented, with around 100 leading companies exhibiting. France, Germany, Poland, Spain, Turkey and the United Kingdom will be among other countries featured on the list of exhibitors.

The diversity of products to be displayed at Fastener Fair Italy is underlined by some of the companies that have most recently decided to take a stand at the show.

Among them is ARaymond, which will be showcasing its leadership in the automotive industry for the supply of fastening solutions for powertrain, chassis, car body, and electrical and mechatronic applications.

Other companies include Italian-based Giacomo Martinelli Srl, which will profile its expertise in the rolling field – offering processing of customers’ products, as well as sales of its own manufacturing output. The company is able to serve numerous sectors including automotive, aerospace, commercial and industrial vehicles, agricultural machinery, construction, hydraulics, power transmission lines and household appliances.

Another Italian company that will be exhibiting is Romeo Cobalchini Srl, which will be displaying its grease nipples manufactured to UNI and DIN norms, plus lubrication

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components and accessories – such as spring plungers, oil relief screws and grease relief valves.

Inovan GmbH & Co KG has also recently booked a stand. Its product range includes ISO standardised coiled spring pins, slotted pins, tubular products and special parts.

In the construction fixings sector, Mungo Srl, an Italian subsidiary of the Swiss company Mungo Befestigungstechnik AG, will present its range of mungo® fastening systems.

Spanish company Chavesbao, a distributor of industrial screws and fixing systems, will also be exhibiting.

Among companies targeting fastener manufacturers will be Carbodies Srl , which produces high precision cold forging tools for producers of screws and bolts; Dimac Srl will feature its range of inspection and sorting machines; while Heroslam SAL will profile its specialisation in the design and manufacture of thread rolling tools for manufacturers of screws, nails and fasteners – mainly for the aerospace and automotive industries. Also, Tecnologic 3® Srl will be showcasing its innovative products and systems for locking threaded parts used in sectors that include automotive, electronics and electrical appliances.

Modular high-quality inspection systems that can be equipped with vision systems, mechanical recess control, 360° profile check, eddy current crack detection, hardness control, and other special applications, will be exhibited

by REGG Inspection Srl. The companies that have most recently decided to take part in Fastener Fair Italy will be joining plenty of other familiar names at the show. Among them are leading companies active in fastener products distribution including ACTON SAS, Ambrovit SpA, Fastbolt GmbH, Fixi Srl, Gandini SpA, Lancaster Fastener Co Ltd and Lederer GmbH. Specialist manufacturers present will include Bralo, HEICO Italia, INOX-VITI®, Nord-Lock International, Schnorr Italia and TTAP ® Drive.

In the manufacturing technology sector exhibitors will include hot forming specialist Carlo Salvi SpA, cold and hot forming machinery supplier SACMA Group. Also, Atotech Italia, Keyence Italia, MDM Special Tools and Prüftechnik will be exhibiting.

“With this impressive line-up of participants, Fastener Fair Italy looks well worth a visit. The show will be open to trade visitors only and will be free to attend. To register interest in attending visit the Fastener Fair Italy website.” www.fastenerfairitaly.com

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EXHIBITIONS

ITE Asia acquires a 70% stake in Fastener Expo Shanghai and Guangzhou ITE Asia has announced that it has acquired a 70% stake in the Fastener Expo Shanghai and Guangzhou shows, further expanding ITE’s business in Asia – where it has growing interests in China, India and Indonesia.

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ommenting on the acquisition, Russell Taylor, chief executive officer at ITE, said: “We are continuing to build businesses in strategically important market sectors and the acquisition of Fastener Expo increases our presence in China. The fastener industry is a key customer to the surface finishing technology sector, which convenes at the SF China exhibition organised by our joint venture partners, Sinostar-ITE. The fastener industry is also a major supplier to the building sector, where we have significant global coverage. We are looking forward to being able to help expand these events, as well as being able to maximise data synergies.”

Fastener Expo Shanghai is an annual event held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Centre, with the next edition planned for 23rd June – 25th June 2016. Fastener Expo Guangzhou, launched in 2013, is scheduled to take place at the Guangzhou Poly Trade Expo Centre in November 2016.

The current management team including Mr Yang Jungfeng will stay with the business. www.fastenerexpo.cn

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Las Vegas show offers buyers more value and opportunity

Following a strong show in 2015, new organisers Emerald Expositions says that the 36th annual National Industrial Fastener & Mill Supply Expo (NIFMSE), scheduled for 25th – 27th October 2016, will have more industry support than it has ever had in its history.

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usan Hurley, show director at NIFMSE, explains: “Our attendees will see new suppliers both domestic and international, new products and solutions, and also have the opportunity to attend the comprehensive conference schedule offered during the show to help grow and improve their business.”

Held at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, USA, NIFMSE is outpacing its exhibit space sales and is projected to sell out the 100,000 square foot (approximately 9,300m²) newly expanded exhibition hall. Returning brands include Brighton-Best International with 1,200 square foot, Lindstrom with 800 square foot, and Stelfast Inc with 700 square foot of space. Each showcasing various products from standard metric and inch nuts, bolts and screws to machinery and tools.

Susan continues: “In addition, we’re very excited to welcome new companies to the show. Distributors will have a wider network of suppliers to choose from, such as bolts manufacturer GDPA Fasteners and Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing Co, which supplies specialty parts, as well as WAFIOS Machinery Corporation carrying the latest in machinery.”

Equally as important as finding new suppliers is attending the full day conference programme offered on day one by the National Fastener Distributor Association (NFDA), Fastener Training Institute, Pacific-West Fastener Association, Manufacturers’ Agents National Association (MANA), National Fastener Industry Suppliers Financial Manager Network, and Women in the Fastener Industry (WIFI).

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To embrace the next generation, NIFMSE has also announced its partnership with the Young Fastener Professionals (YFP), an organisation that “hopes to create a platform for young professionals, and the businesses employing them to develop, educate and enhance a variety of business initiatives through strategic analyses.”

NIFMSE encourages anyone starting out to attend and network with veterans of the industry. In addition, the show will recognise and award a young professional, nominated by the industry, who has made a significant contribution to the betterment of the fastener industry.

“As the leading fastener show in North America, we are at the forefront of innovation, technology and solution services in the industry. Backed by Emerald Expositions we plan to invest more marketing dollars to draw top suppliers and distributors from around the world,” says Linh Vu, marketing director of international sourcing and manufacturing groups at Emerald Expositions.

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Trade show schedule Tuesday 25th October 2016: Conferences and workshops,

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EXHIBITIONS

BLECH India returns to Mumbai in 2017 Organiser Inter Ads-Brooks Exhibitions Pvt Ltd has announced that BLECH India will take place from 27th – 29th April 2017 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, India.

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umbai provides the perfect location for the fifth edition of the event. The city is located in the state of Maharashtra, which is India’s leading industrial state – contributing 13% of national industrial output.

Furthermore, a large number of foreign companies have already settled in the Mumbai region.

The previous edition of BLECH India was in 2015 and was held from 22nd – 25th April 2015 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, and attracted 3,798 visitors.

The four day event drew both global visitors and exhibitors, with 147 exhibitors from 16 different countries present at the exhibition. The majority of exhibitors were Indian-based companies. However, there were also exhibitors from Germany, Italy, the USA, China, Turkey and Switzerland. The exhibitors showcased a comprehensive range of machines, tools, and solutions, for the complete sheet metal forming and fabrication process. An enormous amount of live machine demonstrations were also on display.

The organisers point out that the overall impression and feedback from the visitors and exhibitors on BLECH India 2015 was extremely positive. A high percentage of the visitors to the exhibition were company owners or had buying and specifying responsibilities. The greatest number of visitors

came from industry sectors that included: Mechanical engineering (31%), sheet metal products, components and assemblies (27%), steel and aluminium construction (7%), automotive industry and related suppliers (5%), as well as iron and steel production (3%).

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Get ready for New Delhi With two months to go until Fastener Fair India opens its doors in New Delhi – its new location for 2016 – organisers are expecting another high-class show that will promote the very latest fastener and fixing technologies and solutions.

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uilding on three successful editions in Mumbai, Fastener Fair India 2016 will take place at the Pragati Maidan Exhibition Centre from 19 th – 20 th May 2016. Due to high-levels of sales and interest in the exhibition, organiser Inter-Ads Brooks Exhibitions Pvt Ltd has announced that an additional hall has recently been opened for prospective exhibitors, with limited stand space still available.

Exhibitors from Germany, Italy, the UK, China and Taiwan will join some of India’s leading companies for the industry, giving the show, once more, a truly international feel. Fastener Fair India covers a wide product range of industrial fasteners and fixings, assembly and installation systems, storage and logistics services, fastener manufacturing technology and construction fixings.

At Fastener Fair 2015 in Mumbai, 128 companies from eight countries were in attendance. Both exhibitors and visitors deemed Fastener Fair India 2015 a resounding success. Over 4,100 highly qualified visitors attended the exhibition. 54% of these visitors were company owners or at director level and an additional 36% had specifying or purchasing responsibilities. Furthermore, exhibitors were quick to comment on the excellent quality of these visitors.

Fastener Fair India is organised by Inter Ads – Brooks Exhibitions, a joint venture of Mack Brooks Exhibitions Ltd in the United Kingdom and the Indian-based Inter Ads – Brooks Exhibition Company.

Additional information on Fastener Fair India 2016, including details of exhibition stand options, is available on the show website.

Organisers of Fastener Fair India have also announced that the exhibition will return to Mumbai in 2017. Fastener Fair India 2017 will take place from 28 th – 29 th April 2017 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre.

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INSIGHT

Fast, competent, Schriever Based in Lüdenscheid, Germany, Hans Schriever GmbH & Co KG states that its screwed connections make all the difference to customers and thanks to its sophisticated, precision technology – combined with quick and efficient teamwork – it can supply a first-class service.

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an Schriever, managing director at Hans Schriever GmbH & Co KG, comments: “Our customers can be secure in the knowledge that, as specialists in the screws sector, we aim to ensure professional connections that are of the very highest quality.”

Schriever works to three key priorities: Practical applications, far-reaching rewards and the continued development of Schriever screws. Nowhere is this more apparent than the company’s range of screws for plastics.

The challenge of plastic Working with plastics can be difficult, especially when connecting thermoplastic materials – due to their intrinsic properties, which can lead to serious problems in terms of construction, assembly and load-bearing capacity.

However, the experts at Schriever thrive of these challenges. “We set ourselves the task of finding a solution to such difficulties and have achieved optimum results in professional applications,“ explains Jan Schriever.

An example of Schriever’s success is the STS® screw range, which provides a perfect join for thermoplastic materials – generating only minimal radial tensions and forming extremely resistant connections. “This screw range also has outstandingly low thread forming values, eliminating the risk of relaxation,” explains Michael Ricker, head of STS sales. “The 8° thread pitch optimises the self-locking effect and the STS screw causes no damage to the base material and is relatively inexpensive.”

The STS screw also generates very low radial forces. “Our 30° flank angle is lower than that of conventional thread flanks at 60°, which is the case with self-tapping screws,” adds Michael Ricker.

“The radial tension of the patented conical core of the STS also allows the plastic sufficient space in which to flow – preventing dangerous stress whitening.”

However, Schriever would not be Schriever without its constant customer focus. “Thermoplastic materials have special intrinsic properties that we have been studying for years,” mentions Jan Schriever. “That is why we have expanded

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our product range to include the STS® plus.”

The STS plus is a development of the tried and trusted STS screw, which combines Schriever’s accustomed quality with the opportunity for the user to benefit from huge savings compared to conventional thermoplastic screws. The STS plus offers increased torsional and tensile strengths. Also, the geometry of the STS plus, in addition to the familiar properties of the STS screw, contributes further benefits.

For instance, the STS plus extends the life of the screwed connection under static and dynamic load. Moreover, it locks itself in the thermoplastic material – due to its improved thread geometry.

Plus, the pre-tensioning force is higher due to greater flank coverage on the load-bearing side. This means that the user is able to use shorter screws and/or smaller diameters with the same joint load. This can result in enormous savings for the customer.

“Due to the optimised pitch, we achieve high flank coverage with the STS plus, even with shallow screw-in depths,” points out Guido Geyer, Schriever’s technical manager. “This results in a high pre-tensioning force with low surface pressure, which means that the screw-in depths can be significantly smaller.”

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Due to the smaller pitch of the STS plus, it is possible to use a smaller or shorter screw with the same flank coverage. For example, a STS 50 with the same screw-in depth can be replaced by a STS plus 40. Similarly, with the same screw diameter, the screw-in depth can even be reduced if a STS plus is used.

Minimal loss of pre-tensioning force Thermoplastic materials tend to suffer creep fatigue under the influence of forces, and thereby lose tension. This tendency is referred to as relaxation.

Due to the low level of surface pressure of the STS plus thread, pre-tension force loss is minimised and excellent long-term behaviour of the screwed connection is achieved.

The tensile and torsional strength of the STS plus is greater due to the extended core cross-sectional area. “This also favours its use in ultra-reinforced thermoplastics,” states Guido Geyer.

“Under dynamic stresses it is apparent that, due to the smaller pitch, there is a high-level of vibration resistance throughout the connection.”

The STS plus is also suitable for repeat installation. The repeated fastening of threaded screws is necessary for reasons of repairs and servicing and is dependent upon the

connection being tested to ensure it is safe for this purpose. That is why the STS plus has been subjected to tests during its development – to ensure that it responds to the requirements of VDE 0700 or DIN 57700.

Its advantages and features are impressive, but the STS plus has one

further special characteristic – PiP (Production-in-Production). Jan Schriever explains: “As a specialist in joining plastic materials, we have created our own manufacturing cell especially for the STS plus – where all the relevant work processes are optimised and concentrated. What does that mean for our customers? It’s quite simple. We can adapt our delivery times for our tried and trusted STS plus to individual customer needs.”

Expertise in matters of screwed fixings is not the only thing available from Schriever. Each Schriever branded screw is part of the S-connection supply concept. “We can produce customised screws,” explains Michael Ricker.

“We optimise our screws according to requirements and the field of application, so there is a wide ranging choice of screw heads, drive designs and threads available.”

These branded screws are also available from a minimum quantity of 10,000 units and can be supplied with a lead time upwards of four weeks. “We also offer every customer the opportunity to test our screws – without obligation,” mentions

STS ® plus – Your specialist for plastic connections.

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Contact us: Hans Schriever GmbH & Co. KG Hoher Hagen 5 • 58513 Lüdenscheid Fon: +49 2351 97 83 – 0 • Fax: +49 2351 97 83 – 33 www.schriever-schrauben.de • info@schriever-schrauben.de

Michael Ricker. “To take advantage of our offer, customers just need to get in touch and order some sample screws and expect to be impressed.”

One further service that rounds off the range of benefits Hans Schriever can supply is its personalised advice. To ensure that Schriever screws are used to the best of their capabilites in special applications – production, laboratory and sales experts are on hand to offer the client advice and support. “For example, applications are optimised in our laboratory to ensure the best possible screwed connection, and construction recommendations are developed,“ says Guido Geyer. “Our clients can ask for advice at any time, but they also automatically receive a study report free of charge.”

Manufacturing screws is one thing.

However, the expertise to constantly develop screws to meet customers’ requirements is another. Thanks to its outstanding commitment to service, laboratory-based quality, sophisticated precision, and high-speed results, Hans Schriever combines all the attributes to set it apart. www.schriever-schrauben.de

INSIGHT

Bafa celebrates 70th anniversary Bafa S.A is a French family business that specialises in supplying a wide range of fasteners and fixings in both metric and inch sizes. Now celebrating its 70th anniversary we spoke to Lionel Ramon, CEO at Bafa, to find out more about the company and its plans for the future.

Can you tell us the history of Bafa S.A? When was the company established and what have been the key points in its development?

“Bafa S.A was established in 1946, which was mainly due to the presence in France, at the time, of so many US military vehicles. This created a special demand for screws and other fasteners for the maintenance of these vehicles. Bafa became known as a French specialist distributor of American ‘Inch’ fasteners and since then the company has not looked back.

In 1986, the company moved into a new headquarters in Bondoufle in the south of Paris, which enabled us to expand our storage space to 2,500m². Then, in 2000, I decided to expand the business and acquired several companies in order to reinforce our sales force in the Paris region. One such company was C.I.F.A SARL, based in Franconville. The acquisition of C.I.F.A SARL enabled us to have a new branch with an additional 800m² of storage.

To enable Bafa to continue to grow, and due to us filling our storage area, in 2015 we invested in the building of a new headquarters with an even bigger warehouse. The additional 3,907m² enabled us to triple our storage capacity, so that we have space for 2,256 pallet places. We now have 48 employees based in our new headquarters and we are looking to develop a semi-automatic logistic system in order to reduce occupational health risks and increase productivity.”

Another important factor in our success is that we do not have a minimum order quantity. If a customer wants 3 or 5,000 bolts, we promise to serve them in the same way with the same professionalism – with the aim of satisfying every customer.”

How has Bafa’s product range developed over the years? How does the company ensure it is providing the products its customers need?

“Our main products are screw, bolts, washer, threaded rods, dowel pins and nuts in metric and imperial sizes, which are available in various materials (stainless steel, steel, brass and nylon) as well as with different types of coating. We can also offer customers products according to drawing thanks to the good relationships we have with our suppliers.

In addition to our main products, we have also extended our web shop and our range of tools. We have developed our tool range by further developing our relationship with the Wera brand, which means that customers can find the right tool for their assembly. However, our core business still remains the sale of fastening solutions.

Thanks to our excellent purchase and sales departments, we are able to ensure that we are providing the products our customers need. We are always looking at new ways to improve our range and offer new products. Our range is not fixed; this is one of our strengths because if one of our customers is looking for a product but they can’t find it in our catalogue, the purchase department consults our suppliers.

Our aim is to satisfy the customer and bring solutions to meet their needs.”

What have been the key steps for Bafa in its growth and what are the company’s plans for 2016 and the future?

Can you tell us more about the Bafa concept?

“Flexibility, availability and choice are three key words for our company. We have a wide range of products, which includes more than 65,000 items. This enables us to target different types of customers – from individuals to small and medium size businesses, as well as large groups – and meet all their needs.

Customers today are becoming more and more demanding, which is why we have to react quickly. At Bafa we can deliver products within 24 hours across France thanks to the close relationship with our forwarder.

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“The constant involvement and dedication of the Bafa team has played a key role in the growth of the company and the satisfaction of the customer, and will continue to be a key factor as the company grows in the future. Also, our ability to react quickly to customers’ needs; the technical skills of our employees; and our constant focus on quality, enables us to assist each customer with their requirements and ensure a successful project.

Over the next few years we are looking to develop our overseas sales. At the moment our domestic sales account for 96% and we see overseas sales as a big growth market.

Another key factor for the company in the future will be our continued commitment to quality. To help us reach the highest quality we are looking to develop a new Kanban stock management system within the next few months, which will enable us to further improve the service we provide our customers.” www.bafa-sa.com

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Celebrating 20 Years of High-Quality Production We recently celebrated our 20th anniversary, with over a thousand guests – both domestic and foreign – invited to our newly expanded headquarters in Tainan City, to see first-hand Kwantex’s growth over the last twenty years.

Since we were established in 1995 we have built long lasting relationships that have enabled us to become a reliable manufacturer in the wood screw market. Thanks to our impressive research and development capability, Kwantex has been able to produce groundbreaking and leading products for customers around the world.

During the celebration, Jack Lin – president at Kwantex Research Inc – sincerely thanked customers, cooperative parties, as well as staff, who all showed their loyalty and support over the past twenty years.

Looking forward we plan to continue to build on our success and in the next ten years are looking to rapidly grow our capabilities – with the aim of manufacturing

2,000 tonnes of products per month, as well as continuing to streamline our production.

Throughout the last twenty years Kwantex and its staff have gained the experience and knowledge necessary to ensure that we will continue to provide our customers with high-quality products and a first-class service.

www.kwantex.com.tw

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Hexstone launches Thunderbolt™ with ETA Hexstone – the UK’s largest wholesale supplier of fasteners, fixings, hardware and ironmongery – has announced that its Thunderbolt™ self-tapping one piece anchor has recently received an Option 1 European Technical Assessment (ETA – 15/0040) and is also CE marked.

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artin Rundle, marketing manager at Hexstone, explains: “The new range of ETA Thunderbolt™ s is about offering choice to our customers. The new ETA evaluated and CE marked Thunderbolts can be used whenever there is a legal requirement for safety critical applications. We are still offering the original Thunderbolt, which is ideal for non safety critical applications. However, we have found that more and more designers, architects and specifiers, are beginning to opt for CE marked products, to ensure the long-term compliance, safety, and accountability, of new builds or refurbishments.”

Martin continues: “Construction companies and tradespeople, who have previously bought primarily on price, may need to review their supply arrangements and secure a reliable supply of tested and assessed components, or risk having a product that doesn’t meet the standard.”

Hexstone can provide advice and guidance on which ETA evaluated and CE marked products are suitable for different construction applications, for both new builds and refurbishment projects, in the UK and beyond. “Not only are we able to supply products with all of the necessary accreditations and proof,” explains Martin. “We are well versed in all of the requirements of the new regulations – including which products are not currently subject to CE marking and assessment.”

The Thunderbolt European Technical Assessment contains general information on the manufacturer and product type, including a full description and intention of use. It also includes all the required information relating to loads, spacing, and edge distances. “Customers have peace of mind that ETA evaluated Thunderbolts have undergone rigorous testing, and will perform to the level required by the assessment,” states Martin “Also CE marking proves that the Thunderbolt has been tested according to European standards, offering traceability

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and accountability. Manufacturers must state or print the values of the tested properties on the product, packaging or accompanying documentation, and the mark itself must include information about the product and manufacturer including the specification, the year CE marking was first applied, and the manufacturer’s name. This has the potential to contribute to an industry wide raising of standards, and an improvement in product design.”

Thunderbolt can be used on a wide range of construction materials, including concrete, brick, concrete block, and various types of stone. The threaded anchor and self-tapping action allows for safe anchorage, with the substrate becoming the nut to the bolt. The Thunderbolt is a one piece non-expansion anchor, ideal for close to edge fixing applications. Installation is quick and easy, making it a general purpose anchor, even on temporary jobs, as it’s completely removable. Using standard sized drill bits, Thunderbolt is a cost-effective fixing for a wide range of applications.

Martin concludes: “We have designed new packaging, promoting the range of ETA evaluated and CE marked Thunderbolts. We can offer quality merchandising equipment to display Thunderbolts in an effective way and also as an aid to increase sales.” www.hexstone.co.uk

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Seeing the dangers of dust

By Dr Tom Gunston, special projects manager, VJ Technology Ltd We asked Dr Tom Gunston to share some of what has been learnt at VJ Technology Ltd about the hazards of dust from construction site activities and to explore some of the methods to reduce risk from a potentially deadly source. While his experience is primarily in the UK and with its Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Dr Gunston offers a valuable insight into the issue in any construction environment.

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few weeks ago in a room full of construction professionals someone said: “Dust is the new Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)”. Broadly speaking this is right – ten years ago HAVS was top of the UK Health and Safety Executive inspector’s checklist but in the last couple of years it has been dust that has led to sites being shut down for not having a plan.

There is, however, one big difference: HAVS won’t kill you.

VJ Technology Ltd (VJT) has been supplying specialist fixings, power tools and other construction products for 25 years, and has always taken operator safety very seriously. The new laws on HAVS came in to force in 2005 and VJT, at the request of some major customers, took the unique step for a fixings distributor of recruiting experts in the subject from academia and setting up a testing laboratory. Almost ten years on, the 6th edition of the VJT HAV databook has just been published providing HAV exposure examples for around 80 tools – taken from a database of over 10,000 individual measurements.

In those ten years, VJT has doubled in turnover and the lab has expanded to looking at all sorts of things – including the performance of drill bits, diamond blades and other consumables; the loads achieved with fixings of all types into standard and unusual substrates; and the best ways to manage occupational hazards such as dust.

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) had given the construction industry a few nudges about dust over the last fifty years but it does not like to weigh in too heavily unless it is sure of its facts. The number of HSE sponsored research publications about dust and construction has been steadily increasing for many years and one in particular stood out.

Brown published a paper in Occupational

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Medicine in 20091 estimating just under half a million construction workers at risk from silica dust exposure. The same paper highlighted HSE research

A variety of notices were issued, some sites were closed or threatened with closure, and it was made very clear that failing to deal with dust was no longer an

linking 800 deaths per year to lung cancer resulting from exposure to silica dust (HSE Research Report 595, Annex 6)2. These findings were obviously considered big enough to justify some serious enforcement action.

Until very recently the UK construction industry had not really got to grips with dust. Risks were not widely understood; exposures were difficult to measure; control was difficult as sites are constantly changing; work is often outside and there were other hazards to worry about. The HSE ‘time to clear the air’ guide aimed at petrol saws, came out in 2008 and had some effect, but apart from the appearance of plastic water tanks next to petrol saws on more responsibly managed sites, nothing much changed.

Then, in the spring of 2014, the HSE launched a series of site inspections with dust control at the top of the list.

option. This meant that sites and supply chains suddenly needed to understand a lot more about why dust is dangerous and what they needed to do about it.

HSE Construction Information Sheet 36 (revision 2) 3 on construction dust is required reading for anyone dealing with dust on construction sites.

There are, very simplistically, two sorts of dust: Respirable and inhalable.

Inhalable dust consists of the bigger, visible particles, which the nose can partially filter out and in any case tend to fall to the floor fairly quickly. More dangerous are the respirable dust particles that are too small to see, stay in the air much longer, and can get all the way into the lungs if breathed in.

Concrete, brick, stone and similar materials can contain between 20% and 70% crystalline silica. Silica dust is particularly nasty as the particles are jagged and can scar the lungs.

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Overexposure to Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) dust can lead to a number of serious health problems including silicosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), which includes bronchitis and emphysema, and lung cancer.

VJT had started looking seriously at the performance of dust control equipment back in 2009. There were some dust capture attachments and other products but because the general construction industry was not buying any of it, some tool manufacturers had obviously not spent too much time getting them to work properly. We needed to work

sizes so light intensity does not directly relate to dust density, but the white light did have one big benefit – it made the invisible dust very clearly visible.

One of our first tests used a very small puff of dust from a diamond blade, which touched the concrete for a fraction of a second. The difference between the small cloud of visible inhalable dust and the large cloud of usually invisible and much more hazardous respirable dust is obvious (pictured, below). This video clip has become a training aid for ourselves, some of our customers and some HSE inspectors.

out what worked and what didn’t, but comparing different tools is difficult when the dangerous dust is almost weightless and essentially invisible.

We tried using off the shelf sampling pumps but you have to test for hours at a time and then wait for a couple of weeks for the samples to come back from a specialist lab with the results.

If you know exactly what sort of dust you are working with then you can fire a laser through the dust particles and work out the amount of dust from the refraction angle of the beam.

Unfortunately this works best for an even mix of dust, not the uneven cloud that comes off a power tool.

We finally tried using a carefully aligned beam of white light rather than a laser beam, again bending the light around the tiny dust particles to light them up. This was also not perfect as the dust particles are all sorts of different

At this point we stopped looking for highly technical measurement technology. We now simply run the dust

capture equipment with the light beam and camera and watch the video and if we can’t see any dust then effectively there isn’t any. If there is some dust escaping, as is inevitable with some tasks, then we can test different solutions back-to-back and it is usually obvious which is the better choice.

The best option for dust capture depends on the type of tool and the environment on-site. There are two basic approaches to capturing dust – ‘wet’ and ‘dry’.

Wet systems either use water to cover the substrate so that dust particles never get into the air at all, as often used with some diamond drilling rigs, or use a mist of extremely small water droplets to bind to the dust particles so that they become heavier and fall out of the air. Filtering dust out of the air needs high pressure pumps and special nozzles as the microscopically small respirable dust particles bounce off ‘ordinary’ water droplets. Ordinary hose sprayers will not work. Even the ‘mist’ setting on a standard hose attachment produces particles that are too big.

With any wet approach there needs to be a plan to deal with the muddy water, perhaps by ‘aquavac’ and bagging up, especially on partially enclosed sites.

If this slurry is allowed to dry out then the respirable dust will end up back in the air and can be very difficult to get back under control. Wet dust capture is also not a good idea with most electric tools.

“ T here are, very simplistically, two sorts of dust: Respirable and inhalable.” www.fastenerandfixing.com

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C O N S T R U CT I O N F I X I N G S Dry systems used on tools typically rely on a hood to capture the dust at source and a vac to pull in, filter and capture the dust.

to universal. Hose connectors are also a problem. The power tool industry has had no common standards for hose connectors so connecting the hood to

Tools that generate a lot of dry dust and are often used indoors, such as wallchasers, have had effective hoods for some time, but many other tools such as drills and angle grinders have often been used without hoods, so not a lot of effort had gone into developing some of the hood designs. Now that hoods are being used on-site this situation is improving and designs from most major manufacturers are much better.

Compatibility is still a problem. Most hoods will work with only one make and model of tool, although VJT has identified some systems that are close

the vac may require a variety of adaptors.

The HSE does not approve of ‘gaffer’ tape as a hose connection solution. Guidance on selecting and using on tool extraction can be found in HSE Construction Information Sheet 694 .

As of this article, the vac connected to the tool must be rated to a minimum of ‘M’ (medium) hazard class. An ‘L’ (low) or unrated vac will not be able to capture the very small dust particles and is effectively useless. An ‘H’ (high) class vac has better filters than an M, but should also have a higher airflow.

This additional airflow can be valuable

where the hood is not able to completely enclose the area where the tool contacts the substrate.

There are no magic bullet solutions for dust control. Something that works for small fixings in a confined space overhead will not work for intensive drilling of large diameter holes for chemical anchor studs. Solutions with narrow tubes, such as hole cleaning nozzles or hollow drill bits, need care as they can clog leading to ineffective hole cleaning – possibly without the operator noticing and especially if there is any moisture present. Use of hoods often requires a different technique, such as touching down a cutting blade with the hood already in contact with the substrate or lining up a drilling hole where the bit may be obscured by a hood.

VJT now has solutions for most problems and we have worked with many of our customers’ sites to help manage dust, including a customer refurbishing a major maternity unit while the unit remained operational. The awareness of dust across the industry has increased greatly over the last few years. Better solutions are coming on the market and HSE inspectors are unsympathetic towards sites that do not have the problem under control. There is probably still too much focus on PPE, and the HSE has indeed tightened up on the quality and fit requirement for dust masks, but this should not be the main solution. The dust should not be in the air in the first place. www.vjtechnology.com

References: 1. Brown, T. (2009) In-depth review: Silica exposure, smoking, silicosis and lung cancer-complex interactions. Occupational Medicine 2009;59:89–95.

2. HSE Research Report 595 (2007), The burden of occupational cancer in Great Britain Technical Annex 6: Lung cancer. Prepared by the Imperial College London and the Health and Safety Laboratory for the Health and Safety Executive.

3. HSE Construction Information Sheet 36, ‘Construction dust’, www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/cis36.htm 4. HSE Construction Information Sheet 69, ‘Controlling construction dust with on-tool extraction’, www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/cis69.htm For up to date information on managing construction dust please refer to the HSE website (www.hse.gov.uk/construction/faq-dust.htm). This article was correct as far as the author was aware at the time of writing but current HSE guidance obviously takes precedence.

About VJ Technology Part of the SIG Group of companies, VJ Technology distributes fixings, fastenings, hand tools, power tools and consumables to the UK construction and civil engineering industry from sites in Ashford and Bristol.

Technical salesmen – supported by a technical manager – offer value engineering, saving customers time and money. Quality and range of products, excellent customer service, next day deliveries and competitive pricing ensure a first-class reputation.

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A dedicated laboratory, staffed by experts in Hand Arm Vibration and dust risk and control offer help and advice, including on-site testing.

VJ Techonology has a culture of ‘can do, will do’ and a customer centric approach. Its ambition is to be the fixings supplier of choice for the construction industry as a whole and to be regarded as the best fixings supplier in the UK.

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On the death of Professor Artur Fischer Gathered in silent mourning, the Fischer family and the fischer group of companies took their leave from the Group’s senior executive, Professor Dr Ing honorary Dr honorary senator Artur Fischer. After having lived a full life, he fell asleep peacefully at his home – surrounded by his family – on Wednesday 27th January 2016 at the age of 96.

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rofessor Artur Fischer founded the company in 1948 and continued expanding it over time with great success.

In 1980 he transferred responsibility for the family business to his son, honorary Professor Klaus Fischer. He entrusted his son with this responsibility even though he was only 29 years old at the time. Professor Artur Fischer then dedicated himself to his passion of inventing, developing many new products for the company.

Professor Artur Fischer always remained loyal and connected to his homeland. Throughout his entire life, he went above and beyond corporate interests to work for the common good and to support young inventors. Numerous awards and honours punctuate his life’s work, a testament to the formidable nature of his discoveries.

The funeral took place at the Tumlingen cemetery, and was attended by close family members. The fischer Group of companies grieves with them and remembers Professor Artur Fischer with respect and gratitude.

Professor Artur Fischer – timeline 1919 1948 1949 1958 1963 1964 1970 1979 1980 1981 1984 1987

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Artur Fischer is born in Tumlingen.

Founded his first company.

Invention of a flash device for cameras with synchronised trigger.

Invention of the fischer S-plug.

Invention of a multi-bulb flash device on a single rotating base.

Invention of the fischertechnik construction set.

Invention of multiple anchors for immobilising broken bones.

Move to the newly constructed research and development centre.

Transfer of management responsibilities to his son Klaus Fischer.

Development of the first mass-marketable undercut anchor ZYKON. Development of the FU universal plug.

Development of the first bolt anchor in the world that could be freely used in tensile zones.

Invention of the ZYKON undercut drilling jig.

Development of the toy fischer TiP made of plant-based starches.

Professor Artur Fischer – awards and honours: 1967 1969 1976 1976 1977 1977 1980 1982 1984 1986 1986 1991 1991 1992 1994 1999 2001 2003 2005 2006 2008

2009 2014

Awarded the Federal Cross of Merit.

Awarded the status of honoured citizen by his native town of Tumlingen.

Awarded the title Dr phil. h. c. by the University of Gießen.

Named an honoured citizen of the district of Waldachtal.

Awarded the Federal Cross of Merit 1st Class.

Awarded the title of honorary senator of the University of Stuttgart.

Awarded the Medal of Merit of the state of Baden-Württemberg.

Awarded the Citizen’s Medal of the district of Waldachtal.

Accepted into the Gallery of Honour of the German Patent Office.

Awarded the title of professor by the state of Baden-Württemberg.

Awarded the Oskar von Miller medal in gold and the Diesel medal in gold.

Awarded the Grand Cross of Merit of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Awarded the Werner von Siemens ring as its 27th holder since 1916.

Named an honorary member of the Deutsches Museum.

Awarded the title of Dr Ing E. h. by the University of Stuttgart.

Awarded the Grand Cross of Merit with star of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Honoured by the Deutsches Museum with the installation of a bronze bust.

Awarded the medal of honour of the Department of Aerospace Technology and Geodesics.

Awarded the 2nd Founder’s Prize of Baden-Württemberg in the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ category.

Awarded the Grand Cross of Merit with star and sash of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.

The commemorative medal series ‘Tinkerers and Inventors from Baden-Württemberg’ is issued by the Baden-Württemberg State Mint. The first edition features Professor Artur Fischer.

Awarded the German Founder’s Prize in the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ category.

Awarded the European Inventor Award in the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ category.

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New through bolt anchor with sheradised clip The MTP-X, with ETA Option 1 (ETA – 12/0397), is the most recent addition to INDEX Fixing Systems wide range of ETA certified products

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aunched with a sheradised clip, the new MTP-X anchor is the latest addition to the company’s flagship family – MT through bolt anchors for heavy loads. The MTP-X is made out of sheradised steel (immersed in a 450ºC melted zinc bath), and shows a higher resistance to corrosion than the normal zinc version.

The sheradised steel has also got a smoother surface than hot dip galvanised steel, which allows a better expansion of the anchor, and also reduces mechanical interference issues with threads. The MTP-X has an ETA in Option 1 for its use in cracked and non-cracked concrete, and it is length-marked in the upper part for easy identification – even after it has been installed. It is especially suitable for outdoor, or in humid, installations.

The MT family is composed of several ETA certified products such as: MTP, MTP-G, MTP-A4, MTH and MTH-A4 – all valid for non-cracked concrete and fire resistant. They have installation depth marks, the standard that the Regulation indicates as well as the reduced one. The family is completed with the MTA and MTA-A2.

The MT anchor is characterised by having an expansive clip.

While applying torque to the anchor, the clip expands due to the cone-shaped of the bolt, making high pression on the inner side of the hole, which creates the necessary friction between the clip and the base material – resulting in correct installation.

“The main advantages of this anchor are the fast installation and use, due to that fact it can support the load immediately after it has been installed. Other benefits includes its high resistance values and its availability with full range of diameters and lengths.” www.indexfix.com

Undercut anchoring solutions from Sormat To partner the established Sormat Liebig® Superplus BLS – Sormat Oy has introduced the new Superplus BLS-P with extended threaded stud for pre-installations.

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ade in Finland, Sormat proudly states that users cannot beat the strength, safety and ease of installation these heavy-duty anchors provide. Both ETA Option 1 (ETA – 01/011) approved Superplus anchors are available in A4 and can be specifically tailored to suit customers’ needs. Also, no special drill bits or setting tools are needed for installation and a Seismic ACI report is available on request, with seismic C1/C2 testing ongoing The Superplus self-undercutting anchor range also include the Superplus SD – which has an ETA Option 1 (ETA – 01/011) for fastening step irons; as well as the Superplus LPA in A4, which can be used for retrofitted grounding systems and has been tested and approved by the association of German lightning protection companies – VDB. Also available is the type ILS with internal thread.

“Contact Sormat now for details and get set for enjoying using the simplest, safest and smoothest heavy-duty anchoring solutions in the world.”

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C O N S T R U CT I O N F I X I N G S

Recent European Technical Assessments for fixings Following an agreement with the European Organisation of Technical Assessments, here is a list of recent ETAs published in the last two months on the EOTA website.

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t is important to note that existing ETAs may be amended or withdrawn so this list should not be considered definitive.

Since 1st July 2013, as a result of the Construction Products Regulation, new ETAs are known as European Technical Assessments. European Technical Approvals published before 1st July 2013 will act as the new assessment until their expiry date.

For further information and a full list of valid ETAs visit EOTA’s website: www.eota.eu

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ETAG 001 Metal Anchors for use in Concrete (all parts) ETA – 09/0258

Tox Injection System Liquix Pro 1 or Liquix Pro 1 Snow for concrete

Tox-Dübel-Technik GmbH

ETA – 11/0336

Tecfi concrete screw HXE

Tecfi

ETA – 11/0415

MKT Injection System VMU plus for concrete

MKT Metall-Kunststoff-Technik GmbH & Co KG

ETA – 12/0164

Würth Injection system WIT-VM 250 or WIT Nordic for concrete

Adolf Würth GmbH & Co KG

ETA – 13/0774

Sormat Injection System ITH-VE, ITH-Wi for concrete

SORMAT OY

ETA – 15/0388

Spit Fix Xtrem torque-controlled expansion anchor

Société Spit

ETA – 15/0390

Injection system Bremfix Seismic Epoxy for concrete

Bremick Fasteners Pty Limited

ETA – 15/0391

Injection system Bremfix Seismic Epoxy for rebar connection

Bremick Fasteners Pty Limited

ETA – 15/0411

Sewatek penetration seal

Sewatek Oy

ETA – 15/0765

Ter Laare Highload Anchor ZX FAST ETA 1

TER LAARE VERANKERINGSTECHNIEKEN B.V

ETA – 15/0769

ABZ Injection System FIX-V or FIX-V Winter

ABZ Zaunsysteme GmbH

ETA – 15/0844

EUROREVIT THERM MW

STOMIX, spol. s r.o

ETA – 15/0900

SA-PRO1 WEDGE ANCHOR

ETA – 16/0019

SMART S-SVE galvanized or stainless steel bonded anchor

pgb-Polska Sp. z o.o

ETA – 16/0021

BCM MAX

Borgh BV

ETA – 16/0024

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ETAG 014 Plastic Anchors for ETICS ETA – 10/0367

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KOVINOPLASTIKA KOSMATIN d.o.o

ETA – 10/0368

UD-PK

KOVINOPLASTIKA KOSMATIN d.o.o

ETA – 15/0160

BAU-FIX TDL8, BAU-TD10, BAU-FIX TDZ10 – Fasteners for external thermal insulation systems for facades

BAU-FIX Ltd

ETA – 15/0750

Dufast DFI-PN

DUFAST International Trading LLC – FZ

ETA – 15/0758

Dufast DFI-SN

DUFAST International Trading LLC – FZ

Tecfi – meeting R&D demands Founded in 1997, Tecfi SpA has established itself within the fixing market as a leader in research and development for fixings – enabling it to continuously meet the changing demands of the market for new technology and products.

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rom the very beginning, Tecfi invested in a high-tech laboratory, an advanced quality control system, and a qualified team. This gave it a competitive advantage, thanks to the range of patents and very strict product certifications it was able to produce.

Today, Tecfi is able to provide a wide variety of production processes, including metal sheet stamping, plastic material injection, rubber material injection, as well as wire cold forming.

All these processes use the most technologically advanced Italian multi-station and 1 die 2 blow heading machines, as well as threading machines.

Tecfi’s production is located in three production plants with a total building area of approximately 15,000m². The three production plants are situated across two nearby sites with more than 61,000m² of land.

The company also has a strong internal design system and a qualified team of engineers that have been able to

achieve several European Technical Assessments and other certifications in compliance with the European Standards.

Plus, Tecfi’s advanced assessment laboratory means that it is able to test from the raw material to the finished product, including mechanical, metallurgical and corrosion tests.

In the last year Tecfi has also equipped its laboratory with the very latest facilities for static, dynamic and seismic load tests, which will enable the company to continue to conduct research and development for anchors to be used in cracked concrete and seismic zones. www.tecfi.it

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C O N S T R U CT I O N F I X I N G S

Great versatility and simple installation German screw manufacturer HECO-Schrauben GmbH & Co KG has expanded its current range of decking products with a wide array of processing aids for different deck fastenings. As well as enabling simple, quick and ‘correct’ installation of decking boards, HECO points out that the new products also guarantee cost-effective construction of aesthetically pleasing and durable structures.

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ECO’s expanded range offers a total of five new products – the HECO®-Clipper for hidden fastening of decking boards; decking support pads to protect the substructure; adjustable decking supports to compensate for irregularities; a range of spacers to ensure a homogeneous joint profile; as well as a decking board clamp to effortlessly align and secure boards with direct screw connections. The products can be used either in a modular system or freely combined.

Concealed installation of decking boards without groove The HECO-Clipper set facilitates quick installation with a homogeneous joint profile. It is suitable for hidden fastening of wooden and WPC decking boards without groove. In the process, the clippers are aligned on the underside of the decking board and fastened with stainless steel HECO-TOPIX® Clipper screws. Then the decking board is turned over and fastened to the substructure at the clipper’s mounting points.

With integrated spacers, the clipper set creates an even joint profile and additionally ensures sufficient rear ventilation of the contact surfaces. Using the HECO-Clipper set, decking boards from 120mm up to 150mm in width can be installed.

Thanks to the indirect installation, the boards are able to swell and shrink in any direction.

Wood protection for decking substructures To protect the wood and structure of decking substructures, HECO offers the new HECO®-Decking pads. They are available in three thicknesses (3mm, 8mm and 20mm) and can be fitted beneath the substructure at certain points. The pads have breathable rubber granules, which offer reliable protection against waterlogging and moisture by ensuring that rain and meltwater drain off quickly. The pads also offer impact sound absorption. Their wide contact surface means they can be inserted easily and can also be used to compensate for small irregularities.

HECO®-Decking pads Providing compensation for uneven subsurfaces The HECO®-Adjustable decking supports ensure that the substructure is securely anchored in place. They are available in two sizes and can be adjusted. Uneven heights in the substrate can therefore be compensated effortlessly, with the possibility to compensate from 30mm to 150mm. The adjustable decking supports, made from high-quality rigid plastic, are highly durable and suitable for all materials used in terrace construction.

The HECO®-Clipper is screwed to the underside of the decking boards using a HECO-TOPIX® A2 clipper screw and then fastened to the substructure

Creating a homogeneous joint profile HECO now carries three different sizes of spacers in its range, designed above all for fastening decking boards with visible screw connections. The HECO®-Decking spacers can be

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used flexibly and guarantee a consistent joint profile with widths of 3mm (blue), 5mm (red) and 7mm (yellow). Each pack contains eight spacers of all three sizes, which means that multiple fastening points can be worked on simultaneously. Thanks to

their smartly designed handles, the spacers are easy to remove, even when tightly clamped. The edges of the processing aids are chamfered to prevent pressure dents on the wood and protect the decking boards.

Ensuring effortless alignment of decking boards HECO also carries the HECO®-Decking board clamp in its range, designed specially for working with deformed decking boards. Its robust design means that decking boards can be aligned and fastened effortlessly. Fitted with three spacers, it also guarantees a homogeneous decking profile. This makes it possible to arrange up to four decking boards. The clamp is easy to place and the clamping widths can be adjusted infinitely.

After the clamp has clicked into place, the decking boards can be screwed together without having to secure or constantly hold the clamp or boards in place.

More freedom for applications

Thanks to their smartly designed handles, the HECO®-Decking spacers are easy to remove, even when tightly clamped.

They are also chamfered on the edges to protect the decking boards

With the latest product additions, HECO rounds off the upper end of its range for terrace construction. Installers now have access to a wide range of installation options, with a choice between visible and hidden screw connections, as well as indirect fastening. They also have free choice of material.

What’s more, the HECO decking range offers sound solutions to meet all budget demands in just a few steps.

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UIP establishes subsidiary in India In October 2015 UIP GmbH & Co KG established a subsidiary in India. Vikram Lyer, managing director at UIP India, and his team commenced their operational activities in Vadodara, 400km north of Mumbai. From there, they are supporting clients on the Indian subcontinent.

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IP India’s first decision was to appear at the Zak doors & windows exhibition in Mumbai in December 2015.

The fair is dedicated to windows, doors, glass, facade systems and accessories, aluminium, insulation materials and manufacturing technologies.

“The fair was the ideal place for us to meet architects, builders, developers and contractors. We had the chance to build networks and get detailed and comprehensive information about the latest trends and products in the industry. Plus, it

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was a great opportunity to communicate with the main players in the sector,” mentions Vikram Iyer.

Vikram continues: “With our products we offer a professional solution for any fastening requirement and any substrate. The products are innovative, reliable and match the highest quality standards. They are a result of our continuous innovation as well as research and development, which is why we are able to constantly create new and efficient solutions for our customers.”

UIP India has a vast range of fasteners that are divided into various brands, including chemical anchors, mechanical anchors, universal screws, nylon plugs, cladding anchors (special undercut anchors that can also be used for very thin claddings) and other interesting products for a myriad of applications.

“Our chemical anchors use innovative chemical injection technology to fasten heavy loads in concrete, masonry and natural stone,” explains Vikram. “Our mechanical anchors are simply outstanding – especially for fastening heavy loads in concrete. In addition, our universal fasteners come with first class technology for fixing light, medium and heavy loads in aerated concrete, concrete, masonry and wood.” www.uip-systems.com

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High-quality, certified anchors G&B Group offers a wide range of high-quality, certified products including nylon fixing systems, chemical anchors, and heavy-duty anchors, for a variety of industries such as ironmongery, hardware, building and industry, electric, thermo-hydraulic and self-service stores.

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ne of G&B Group’s most important product lines is its heavy-duty anchor range, which includes the GAMMA ACCIAIO CE1 – a steel heavy-duty anchor that has an ETA Option 1 (ETA – 11/0181) for cracked and non-cracked concrete supports. This torque controlled expansion anchor comes complete with hexagonal head steel bolt, class 8.8 (M6 – M16), and countersunk flat head screw 8.8 (M6 – M12).

The GAMMA ACCIAIO CE1, which is F120 fire resistance approved, also features a nylon spacer that prevents rotation during tightening.

The next heavy-duty anchor in G&B Group’s range is the GBM steel anchor CE 1 – a steel static type anchor for heavy loads suited for solid supports. The anchor body consists of two sectors coupled together, granting high pull out values. It is also equipped with two side fins, which prevent rotation during screwing; and a nylon bushing guarantees centering of the screw.

The GBM steel anchor comes complete with screws and accessories from M6 to M12 and is suited for applications on solid supports – stone, concrete and solid bricks.

The SITA steel anchor CE 1 is a through bolt anchor for heavy-duty fixing designed for structural fixing, of static type, on solid supports. Designed for through fastening, it grants very high load values and features a longer and larger expansion clip, made up of three sectors.

Available in several lengths and diameters, from M8 – M16, the SITA steel anchor also has an ETA Option 1 (ETA – 10/0076) for use in cracked and non-cracked concrete supports; is fire resistant according to F120; and is certified for fixings in seismic area Category C1 and C2.

The SITA steel anchor is also available in different versions, including SITA stainless steel AISI 316 CE 1 approved (M8 – M16), SITA HDG CE 1 hot dipped galvanised (M10 – M20), SITA CE 7 approved (M6 – M20) and SITA anchor (M6 –M20).

Finally, there is the HLM steel anchor CE 7, which has an ETA Option 7 for use on non-cracked concrete supports and has been designed for medium and heavy loads on solid supports. Its four way structure increases expansion, granting

GAMMA ACCIAIO CE1

GBM steel anchor CE 1

SITA steel anchor CE 1

HLM steel anchor CE 7 a wide adaptability to the main construction materials. The HLM steel anchor comes complete with hexagonal head bolt and eyebolt from M6 – M16.

G&B Group, headquartered in Italy, is able to provide all of these products and more for customers globally. The Group has commercial offices in the UK, Germany, Belgium, Spain and France. www.gebfissaggi.com

Eurotec uses magnetism Economy, reduced workload and continuous improvement are the key focus points for German-based Eurotec GmbH. With its new Magnet Bit, the company is confident that it has met all three points and is providing customers with a new solution.

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urotec’s Magnet Bit will make it even easier for customers to work in hard to reach areas, such as on ladders or scaffolding, as well as making working with one arm simpler.

The Magnet Bit works by using a magnetic pad on the front area of the bit, whereby the screw head is fully retained to the bit. Even longer screws stay in position and do not fall of due to the strength of the

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magnet. Eurotec points out that it does’nt matter whether the installation of the screw is done horizontal or vertical – both provide easy and quick results.

The Magnet Bits are available in different sizes and will be easily classified with Eurotec’s colour coding system: Yellow TX20, blue TX 25, red TX30, and green TX40. www.e-u-r-o-tec.de

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Vorpa adds anchoring star to its portfolio Vorpa Srl is constantly working on new projects to upgrade its products and technologies – aimed at supporting various needs in the field of construction anchoring – as well as keeping a careful eye on the non-standard fastening component market.

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ith more than 40 years of experience, Vorpa has built an extensive anchoring product portfolio used worldwide. Its products, systems and services offer innovative solutions that deliver added value to customers in the construction and building maintenance industries. The steady approach of the products and service offered – to meet the needs of the market – has resulted in Vorpa experiencing growth considerably above the industry average.

The latest star to enter the Vorpa family is the new hollow ceiling anchor – SA. It is an installation friendly, internally threaded anchor for application in pre-stressed hollow core slabs and thin concrete sheet. The SA anchor is suitable for pre-positioned setting. The key characteristic of the fixing is its use in cavities or solid materials up to 5cm from the tensioning point. Vorpa explains that this guarantees high flexibility and ease of application. The metric internal thread also enables it to be used with standard screws, threaded rods or other accessories such as eyebolts and hooks.

The SA hollow ceiling anchor can be used in a variety of applications including fixings for sprinkler systems, suspended ceilings, ventilation systems, pipelines, and light metal construction works. It can also be supplied in galvanised steel and A4 stainless steel.

In its wide range, Vorpa has several mechanical anchors that have received European Technical Assessments, all issued by prestigious European Institutes in accordance to ETAG/EAD guidelines.

One recently assessed fixing is the torque controlled, middle-duty anchor VHS-C with 8.8 hex head bolt for use in non-cracked concrete (ETA – 14/0403).

The VHS-C features a steel expansion body, which has transverse slots and a knurled cone expansion suitable for use on concrete. It is available with numerous accessories, which Vorpa is confident guarantees quick installation, exceptional economy and high performance.

Expansion is soft and smooth, ideal for anchor frames, plates, profiles and plant engineering.

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The extensive range includes various anchor types – including in A2/A4 stainless steel – and can be assembled with a wide selection of accessories.

The VHS steel anchor can also be used as a body expander in a variety of fixing products for security applications such as: Window grilles, gates and barriers, shelters, railings, and outdoor furniture. Shear nuts or safety permanent/removable nuts are also available for use with both steel and A2 stainless steel versions.

One of Vorpa’s best selling products is its heavy-duty torque controlled expansion anchor – TOP. This is manufactured in the range of M6 – M12, both in galvanised steel and A4 stainless steel. The TOP expansion anchor can be used in C20/C25 to C50/C60 concrete. Installation of TOP anchors can be pre-positioned or push through, depending on the accessory assembled to the body. The main benefit of TOP, Vorpa believes, is that the expansion body is specially designed in three parts allowing perfect load distribution.

A wide range of accessories completes the offer of this flexible and multifunctional fixing, including a special tamper-proof screw as protection against burglary and robbery.

Further developments at Vorpa include work to its high load through anchor – VS-P – to upgrade it to ETA Option 1 for cracked and non-cracked concrete applications. It is available in three versions – with 8.8 hex head screw; 8.8 hex head rebar and nut; and 10.9 countersunk head screw.

The VS-P anchor offers high tension and shear load capacities and a force controlled expansion, permitting follow up expansion. The VS-P also features a collapsible red plastic section that prevents the anchor turning in the hole during setting and provides reliable clamping of the fastened part to overcome gaps. The VS-P is available in

a wide range of sizes and configurations for multiple applications.

Vorpa also provides anchor designs and sizes beyond the standard product range, such as special systems for scaffolding, unusual solutions for electrical systems and ingenious processes for fixing on insulated walls, as well as every kind of stainless steel anchor.

“At Vorpa we have industry leading approval, the highest standard of customer service, extensive technical support provided on all technical issues and a large European distributor network. Last but not least we offer to our customers a new and improved version of the Vorpa CalculAnchor 2.0 – calculation software that includes many updates, including the possibility to design installation of every kind of approved chemical anchors.” www.vorpa.com

C ATA LO G U E R A C K

March 2016

European Manufacturers Fastener + Fixing Magazine provides a unique reference guide that offers the industry a fast and easy way to source both current and upcoming product Catalogues.

Use this convenient service to call, fax or email the companies to request a copy of their latest Catalogue and up to date product information.

Adolf Pühl GmbH & CO KG

A Perry Manufacturing UK’s largest range of Threaded Bar: M3-M60 diameter in Mild Steel (4.8), High Tensile (8.8, 10.9 and 12.9), Brass and Stainless Steel (A2-304 & A4-316). Competitive pricing on standard lengths, specials and custom orders.

Leading provider of Fixings & Fasteners, Nails, Hinges and Chain since 1925. FREE Threaded Bar Merchandisers.

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Tel: +49 2391 8107 0 email: info@puehl.de

Pühl Stanztechnik is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of stampings for mechanical fastenings, especially washers.

We produce to national standards (ASTM, BS, DIN, NFE, SS, etc.) as well as to drawings or samples – powered by professional in-house tooling. Wholesalers, tier customers automotive and end-users throughout Europe are satisfied by our excellent service, quality and valuable prices.

A.M.E.A. Srl

BAER Vertriebs GmbH

A.M.E.A. is a manufacturer of steel tooling for cold and hot forming, providing tools for the international market since the 1950s. We are focused on quality and customer service, and carefully select materials, treatments and coatings to ensure the longest lifetime to our tools. All our products are made according to the technical specifications provided by our customers.

BAER is your contact for all thread inserts, taps and dies and custom-made items. You benefit from the huge product range and the flexibility in production. BaerCoil® and BaerFix® thread inserts create and reinforce internal threads in metal and plastics. Highest precision and quality standards help to provide solutions for future construction possibilities.

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Bodegraven Metaal NV

BÜLTE GmbH Kunststofferzeugnisse

Bodegraven Metaal NV is the leading manufacturer of THREADED RODS (DIN976-1) from Europe. Our sales policy, large stocks, worldwide export together with 35 years of experience in only threaded rods guarantees you EUROPEAN QUALITY STANDARDS and a strong, solid partner.

Our ISO 9001:2008 quality system ensures you a reliable product with certificates and full traceability in the higher grade.

With 60 years of experience and expertise in plastic fasteners and protection parts, Bülte is able to address any enquiry from standard range to customized products.

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Corbetta Srl We have been producing high quality forming screws, rivets and pivots according to drawing for 40 years.

The recent generation change allows us to adapt our experience to the fast market changes.

Our mission: Highest quality and flexibility for a product entirely manufactured in Italy. email: corbettaviti@corbettaviti.it www.corbettaviti.it

Founded in 1936, was the first factory of hardened steel nails in Holland. Under our brand “HJZ” a complete range of hardened steel nails, stainless steel nails, brass nails, aluminium nails, redcopper nails and special carbon steel nails are manufactured.

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KEIL Befestigungstechnik GmbH With about 5,000 successfully completed projects, KEIL Befestigungstechnik is one of the world's leading manufacturers of innovative façade attachment systems based on undercut technology. KEIL offers architects and façade builders special solutions for attaching facade panels from the rear and thus avoiding visually distracting attachment points on the front.

Quality drilling tools from KEIL in Germany.

Every professional can rely on the careful production of a range in line with market trends.

We can offer a solution for every type of use.

More than 50 years experience with drilling and drill bits makes us a competent partner for you.

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Marer Srl – Italy

Since 1966, Lueg-Stanztechnik is your reliable partner for the manufacturing of stamping parts according to DIN/ISO standards and customer drawings.

Thanks to 30 years experience, Marer Srl is a very skilled European producer of cold-forming articles. Quality, efficiency and credibility are the keys of our production, according to customers’ drawing.

We can satisfy various requests providing complete services, from cold forming to heat and galvanic treatments.

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Our company has focused on the production of high precision components, using CNC machine and micro cold forming machine.

Our Products: Any particulars from Ø 0.4mm to Ø 32mm with a detail drawing.

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pgb-Polska z.o.o. pgb-Polska, the Polish production plant of pgb-Europe, is manufacturer of high quality nylon, steel and chemical anchors, developed under the brand name “SMART”. It offers their customers innovative anchoring solutions of supreme quality. The company obtained several ETA’s for its products and is continuously developing new products. In a high competitive market it continuously improves its production to reach for the highest standard in fasteners and fixing solutions. Please contact us for a full scope of our products! www.pgb-polska.com email: piotr.baczkowski@pgb-polska.com

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Aztec Nordic Ltd launches new machine models Finnish-based Aztec Nordic Ltd, a manufacturer of automated powder coating machines for roofing and façade fasteners for 20 years, has recently introduced a new series of small powder coating machines.

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ztec Nordic Ltd’s innovative machines combine screw and washer assembling with powder coating – all in one continuous process – with the highest speed machine offering a production output of over 600 parts per minute.

Aztec Nordic’s new range includes the P130 series of machines, which fills the gap between manual hand painting and the larger high speed assembling and powder coating machines that Aztec Nordic has been designing and building since the 1990s.

The company has also introduced a new machine that enables assembling and powder coating with a primer and top coat, all in one continuous automated process. In cooperation with one of its key customers, Aztec Nordic has created what it says is a truly unique powder coating machine – the P160 series.

The P160 series machine assembles screws and washers, powder coats them with a primer, cures the primer, adds the top coat powder coating, cures the top coat, and finally counts and packs the fasteners in boxes – everything in a continuous process at speeds up to 550 parts per minute.

The innovations don’t stop there. Aztec Nordic also recently expanded its range of powder coating machines to cover larger bolts. The new P150 series of machines assemble and powder coat up to M12 bolts, in lengths of up to 50mm. A unique feature of the P150 series is its ability to assemble the washer either before or after powder coating, which makes it possible to use rubber or plastic washers made from materials not able to withstand the heat in the powder coating curing oven. This new feature opens up the possibility for all the users of standalone assembling machines to feed their assembling machines with powder coated screws and eliminates the need for manual hand racking of assembled screws for powder coating.

Organisational changes at CAN-ENG Michael Klauck, president of CAN-ENG Furnaces International Limited, has announced a series of organisational changes regarding CAN-ENG Furnace’s management team.

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im Donofrio has been promoted to the role of vice-president of sales at CAN-ENG Furnaces International Limited. Tim has held progressively responsible roles with CAN-ENG over his 17 year tenure, most recently as vice-president of aluminium and mesh belt equipment. Tim has a proven track record of developing and executing comprehensive sales plans in his work on these furnace product lines. His leadership skills and vision are well suited to lead CAN-ENG Furnaces’ sales team and he will continue to develop the company’s product offering with innovative, flexible and cost effective heat treatment solutions. Tim will have overall responsibility for CAN-ENG Furnaces’ sales department.

Joe Saliba has accepted the position of sales manager at CAN-ENG Furnaces International Limited. Joe joined

CAN-ENG in 2003 and has worked in progressively responsible roles, most recently as CAN-ENG’s parts and service sales manager and new business development manager. He has acquired a strong foundation in all aspects of CAN-ENG equipment and customer base.

As sales manager he will continue to offer creative and innovative solutions to complex heat treating challenges across all CAN-ENG product lines.

Finally, Scott Cumming has been promoted to the position of parts and service sales manager at CAN-ENG Furnaces International Limited. Scott joined CAN-ENG as a technical furnace specialist in 2013 and has developed a sound understanding of CAN-ENG’s products and services. www.can-eng.com

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Ernst Reinhardt and Perceptive Industries form technical alliance Located in Villingen-Schwenningen, within the Germany Black Forest, Ernst Reinhardt GmbH – a manufacturer of zinc flake coating systems, slush moulding, and industrial ovens – has formed a technical alliance with US-based Perceptive Industries Inc.

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erceptive Industries is headquartered in Plainwell, Michigan, and manufactures industrial ovens and pollution control equipment (thermal oxidisers). The alliance will enable Reinhardt to establish a North American location and provide an immediate response to customers for local service, spare parts and support.

Dean Decker, vice president at Perceptive Industries, commented: “We are excited to work with Ernst Reinhardt.

We see a great opportunity to work closely with the company in these markets not only in the support of their equipment but also targeted manufacturing of certain system elements that improve the competitiveness of these products in North America.”

Christoph Aust, head of sales for Reinhardt, said his company is proud of all the efforts in creating this alliance. “This will enable our company to provide a complete solution and give our customers the confidence that the support they need is local and that our response will be immediate.” www.ernstreinhardt.de www.perceptiveindustries.com

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SOLO Swiss delivers new automatic heat treament line SOLO Swiss Group recently delivered a new automatic heat treatment line for fasteners to one of the companies in the ARaymond Network, based in Grenoble, France.

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he new furnace has a seven tonne per day capacity and is the eighth furnace the company has supplied to ARaymond Group facilities in France and Germany.

The new line includes an automatic box charger connected with the parts storage racks. The 200kW conveyor belt furnace is dedicated to austenitisation and is equipped with two turbo-convectors and a potential carbon regulation system. It includes a liquid salt quench tank with carrousel and four cylindrical, 250 litre capacity baskets.

The new heat treatment line also includes a high temperature centrifugation wash system through dumping in two quench tanks linked to an evaporator with salt recycling and hot air centrifugation for drying.

A robot controls palletisation automatically. The whole line is managed through the AXRON Swiss Process Control System.

SOLO Swiss has manufactured atmosphere furnaces for metal heat treatment since 1945 and sells them worldwide.

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Rain or shine: It pays to be prepared Severe weather conditions such as wind, snow, ice, and flooding, can have a devastating impact on businesses.

Here Simon Lock, designer at UK-based Rapid Racking Ltd, looks at the measures companies can take to help reduce damage to racking in order to prevent stock damage and ensure employee safety.

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t is important for businesses to be properly equipped – particularly in terms of racking and storage solutions. While some advice may be self-explanatory, it pays to be prepared for both storing goods and transporting heavy loads around a site. For example, warehouses without racking and bulk storage on a ground level should consider installing racking to avoid expensive spoilage, and warehouses with racking already in place, should consider adding a bottom beam level so that stock is not stored directly on the ground.

Flood waters also have the potential to

damage the racking itself, consequently risking collapse. Damage may not always be obvious, so in order to reduce the risk of this, it is wise to ensure floor fixings are secure and inspections are carried out regularly to check the strength and stability of the racking. Every site requires a responsible person to carry out weekly and monthly safety checks on racking and this should be no different in severe weather conditions. British Trade Association of the Storage Equipment Industry, SEMA, advises that racking posts with as little as 3mm deflection on a 1m section should be replaced

immediately if any damage is recorded.

For outdoor storage there are some further considerations. Where racking is open to the elements, the fully loaded pallets result in a big ‘sail area’ that poses a health and safety risk for anyone working in the vicinity. Businesses should also specify a hot dip galvanised finish to reduce the chance of rust and corrosion on the racking structure.

The advice, as ever, for anyone considering a new installation, retrofit, or even seeking advice, is to ask the experts. We are happy to help.

OrderWise gains GS1 partner status OrderWise Stock Control and Order Processing Software has been named an official GS1 UK Industry Partner with a barcode accreditation, meaning it meets standards relating to the functionality of barcodes worldwide.

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s a fast and highly accurate way of recording essential product information, including traceability data, GS1 are global leaders in providing standards across a wide range of business sectors through the use of their dynamic barcode technology. With more and more businesses turning to the use of GS1 barcodes to help improve their warehouse operations, OrderWise says it is now a trusted source of information on barcoding worldwide.

OrderWise received a barcode accreditation from GS1 UK, which was awarded based on in-depth assessment of knowledge in this area across several key Orderwise staff.

Jon Roberts, sales and marketing manager at OrderWise, explained: “The

accreditation we now have at OrderWise not only underlines our commitment to traceability but also adds to the value of our already wide ranging software applications. Customers using our services have peace of mind that their operations are meeting stringent criteria and the very highest standards.”

Orderwise points out that its mobile warehouse management devices have the capabilities to scan and record information from both 1D & 2D GS1 barcodes to drive increased productivity within warehouse and supply chain operations.

OrderWise is now going through the next step of having its business management software accredited as a full GS1 UK certified solution.

DocuWare Mobile for all smartphones DocuWare Corporation has launched the third generation of its mobile app, DocuWare Mobile, which it says makes working remotely for users easier and more comfortable.

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global specialist of document management software solutions, DocuWare explains that the new dashboard for DocuWare Mobile clearly shows all relevant workflow tasks and enables users to directly access and edit documents on their smartphones. The app is the same on all platforms – including iOS, Android or Windows – so that all users have access to the same features through the same interface.

Benefits of using DocuWare Mobile include being able to search in a central document pool, as well as the storing of digital/scanned documents out of any application. Users can also add stamps to a document, for example to approve an invoice for payment. Complementary tasks can also be carried out.

DocuWare Mobile replaces all mobile versions of the DMS and will be available for download from March.

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LSK Supplies prepares for the future with K8

ProgressPlus provides the answer CM Precision Components Ltd, a UK supplier of precision engineered components to the automotive and aerospace industries, has selected ProgressPlus as its new software provider.

LSK Supplies Ltd, a Scottish family run architectural ironmonger and builders’ merchant – supplying fasteners, tools, and fixings to both trade and retail customers, has selected the K8 cloud-based solution from Kerridge Commercial Systems to minimise IT overheads and to support future growth.

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stablished in 1999, LSK Supplies Ltd has six branches in west central Scotland and two more branches opening in early 2016. The company’s previous software system had managed the core processes for selling, purchasing and stock control.

However, LSK needed an advanced, fully integrated system to improve the efficiency of its customer contact ‘touch points’ particularly in managing transactions, invoicing and payment processing.

One particular aspect of K8 that appealed to LSK was its considerable flexibility and adaptability. During the system set-up, LSK staff took time to understand how K8 could be fine-tuned to suit the business. The early engagement and commitment gave LSK complete ownership of its new system.

Garry Bell, managing director at LSK Supplies Ltd, comments: “In terms of reliability, functionality and readiness to support our future growth, K8 is the best system for us. Specifically, its capabilities to present accurate and real time management information – especially sales and purchasing patterns – were significant factors in our decision. We were also impressed with Kerridge as a progressive company with proven R&D credentials.”

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fter inheriting its old software system from a previous owner, CM Precision Components realised the system was outdated and didn’t suit the company’s current mode of operations. For instance, the system did not integrate with emails and it took a long time to find any information needed, which was making the business inefficient.

The new ProgressPlus software ensures information is readily available, easily accessed and acted on. Users are able to determine which jobs are profitable in order to fine tune and make better business decisions. Users can also access better information in order to operate with maximum efficiency.

Kieran Cooper, finance director at CM Precision Components Ltd, comments: “Better information is what is key to us. ProgressPlus has given us the detail we didn’t have before and traceability on products or parts. We can see exactly what we are buying, how much we are paying, and why we are spending more.”

CM Precision Components is planning to also use ProgessPlus’ Shop Floor Data Capture software, and when its new factory is built, it will introduce ProgressPlus for material tracking.

IT solutions for fastener companies FASTDEV Srl says by integrating its EASYPROD 4.0 with an ERP system, fastener companies are able to reduce manual activities and human errors, optimise costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.

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ASYPROD 4.0 features an ERP module – F-ERP – that contains ERP integration, manufacturing resource planning, control panel for tooling machines, and a production scheduler with finite capacity.

Another module available on EASYPROD 4.0 is the F-MES manufacturing execution system for data collection and monitoring, which also contains KPI analysis.

Other features of EASYPROD 4.0 include F-VIEW that displays control panel efficiency of departments and machines; F-MAPS that monitors the control panels and efficiency control

of production departments; and F-OEE gives an effectiveness indicator of the structure through a sophisticated analysis system of availability, efficiency and quality. The KPI function also has batch number traceability and workflow production batch information.

“Our IT solutions, installed and active in Italy and in Europe, provide a high-quality standard and enable us to optimise company processes in terms of effectiveness and efficiency. Our success is based on the strong collaboration with customers that enables us to find customised solutions for every kind of need.”

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Improve margins with CORE CORE Software, an Irish-based provider of software for the hardware retailing and wholesale sectors, has launched a new software dashboard – Margin Mentor – which provides access to key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure retailers can improve margins.

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ardware retailers are used to dealing with product innovations, supply chain metrics, customer service and varying pricing levels. To help them continue to monitor these KPIs, CORE Software has developed an easy to use interactive Margin Mentor dashboard, which provides users with specific alerts on all the areas that impact on margins.

The dashboard provides dynamic alerts on tasks to be completed, cost price changes, purchase orders, supplier contracts, credit control, promotions, and the impact of all these on retail prices, and ultimately gross margins. The tasks tile on the dashboard also enables users to be part of a workflow, where they can approve or review tasks allocated to them by another user.

From the dashboard users can also access all areas of the CORE system to take appropriate action to help maintain and improve margins. The dashboard is configured to meet the needs of every individual user – ensuring KPIs can be set according to a user’s role in the business.

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Bolting with plastics and composites The use of polymers and sandwich composite materials continue to increase in industrial applications. Impressive strength-to-weight ratio and great corrosion resistance makes them suitable for many different applications. Here Nord-Lock Group looks at the varying demands and requirements for bolting with plastics and composites.

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omponents made of polymers and composites can be found almost everywhere from cars to wind turbines to aeroplanes. Adhesives are often used when assembling polymers and composites. However, they can make it difficult – if not impossible – to open the joined parts when needed. This is why the industry normally prefers to use bolted joints to allow for facilitated maintenance. Bolted connections are, however, also affected by the new materials introduced in the joint and slackening (due to settlement and relaxation) becomes an increasingly common problem.

Settlement: When bolting materials are put together, the pressure will cause any irregularities on the surface to begin flattening immediately, with significant settlement within the first hours of tightening

particularity sets the composite properties along the hole axis equal to matrix properties.

The downside of using an FRP in a bolted connection is the fact that the matrix, or the resin, is made of a polymer.

Almost all polymers are viscoelastic, which means that their mechanical properties will change over time, resulting in creeping and relaxation. If we compare: • You have a bolted connection with two metals as clamped parts. The metals will deform elastically under the pressure of the bolted joint as long as the yield point of the base material is not exceeded. When you untighten you will not notice any deformation, it was purely elastic.

• Let’s take a new bolted connection, this time with two parts of polymer material. When exposed to pressure the material will start to creep, even though a relatively low clamp load is applied. The creep phenomenon causes settlements and slackening in a bolted connection, which leads to a decrease of the clamp load and finally the parts are no longer clamped together.

As polymer materials are softer than metal materials, there is an increased risk for slackening which can have catastrophic consequences for the safety and reliability of the bolted connections.

Expand your design possibilities with Nord-Lock X-series

Relaxation: Certain materials, such as soft metals, composites, and polymers, become more compact over time, resulting in additional loss of preload Using fibre reinforced plastics in bolted joints Material used for high strength applications are often fibre reinforced plastics (FRP). The properties of the FRP varies depending on what kind of matrix (base material) is used, what kind of fibres are used, how much fibres (%) are used and the orientation of the fibres. Common fibres are glass, carbon or aramid. They are often oriented in a way to strengthen the material where it is most needed. Except 3D composite, fibres directions are perpendicular to hole axis. This

How can one solve a design challenge for a bolted joint, which incorporates polymers and composites? One solution that has been on the market for some time is to use a metallic insert in the holes. The insert is placed to strengthen the holes and makes the bolted connections purely metallic while the clamped material remains plastic. The joint gains in strength on one hand, but on the other hand the manufacturing costs are high. This solution also modifies the vibration response (resonant frequency) and it is not able to safely secure preload against creeping, relaxation or self-unscrewing.

Another solution that is fairly new to the market is the Nord-Lock X-series washer. The conical shape of X-series washers creates an elastic reserve in the bolted joint to compensate for loss of preload due to slackening. The spring effect is combined with wedge locking technology, securing the bolt with tension against spontaneous bolt loosening. It provides maximum safety for the joint even at a low clamp load.

The multifunctional wedge locking technology has a number of advantages over conventional bolt securing solutions. It ensures total bolt security and is ideal for applications that incorporate challenging materials, designs, and/or conditions.

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Evolution of preload during time

The graph (above) shows fatigue stress that increases when assembly is subjected to a similar axial load ‘Fa’. Metallic assembly: No creeping plus good load factor; composite assembly: Creeping plus bad load factor; composite and X-series: Reduced creeping effect plus improvement of load factor.

Application example – cranes with elastomeric pads Elastomer is one type of polymer and is a common material in telescopic equipment. It has a huge advantage in added flexibility to the sliding parts of the boom and a low friction coefficient. The material is also resilient against corrosion.

Recently a crane manufacturer, experiencing serious bolt loosening, contacted a Nord-Lock sales engineer and presented a very typical challenge when bolting composites. 30% of the joints holding the elastomeric pads inside a telescopic boom on one of their models of mobile cranes were coming loose after

a few months of service. The combination of the polymer, a short clamp length and thick paint layers was making settlement and relaxation in the joint inevitable. The large percentage of bolts coming loose caused inoperability of the telescopic booms for the users (customers) and required express maintenance covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.

This led to large expenses for the manufacturer of the cranes and has harmed its brand image.

Introducing Nord-Lock X-series washers on the application solved the loosening issues and eliminated the added cost for repair and warranty. Even though the application also incorporated additional design challenges, including short clamp length and multiple layers (casing, shims, washers and pad), the bolted joints are now safely secured with the X-series washers. Since the implementation, no bolt loosening has been recorded on the booms. The result is a manufacturer that can enjoy the benefits of elastomeric pads whilst still ensuring that its bolted connections are safely secured and its products are safe and reliable for the end users. www.nord-lock.com

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‘Time Value of Money’ saving idea by GESIPA®

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GESIPA® Blindniettechnik GmbH recently got a chance to look at a cost saving ‘Time Value of Money’ (TVM) idea within a trim and final line at an OEM, which if successful, could be adopted easily by other vehicle, plant and process lines.

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he OEM was using a special process to robotically install weld studs and nuts in various locations on the vehicles body. These studs are checked through the process to ensure they are fixed securely. In final trim, when it comes to remove the nut in order to locate the electrical connector, some studs were damaged and had to be repaired. The repair process involved removing the damaged stud, drilling a relief hole and inserting a special stainless stud. This stud is not only expensive, but the installation tooling used is a slow process adding labour and process time.

GESIPA® was able to offer a solution to this time consuming and expensive process by replacing the current repair stud and tooling with a GESIPA blind rivet nut stud and a flexible GESIPA battery installation tool.

GESIPA’s blind rivet nut studs are an easy and flexible way of placing a male threaded stud protruding from the base material. They can be used to fasten further elements giving a guaranteed and secure joint.

“The new process will not only offer the customer enormous piece part cost savings but also an improved installation time saving.” www.gesipa.com

SI® threaded inserts from PennEngineering® provide durable and reusable metal threads in plastic materials. Creating a joining point for mating hardware and allowing for access to an assembly whenever required.

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nlike fixed and unyielding joining methods, such as adhesives or rivets, the inserts ultimately offer the capability to disassemble and reattach plastic components easily and quickly – without damaging the threads, compromising attachment integrity, or otherwise adversely impacting an assembly. Brass, stainless steel and aluminium types are available as standard.

Applications for SI® threaded inserts include consumer electronics (wearables, smart phones, and handheld devices) and plastic equipment or components for the medical, automotive, aerospace, transportation, and recreational industries, among many others.

The product line includes ultrasonic/heat staking inserts for installation ultrasonically or with a thermal press; moulded in types installed during the moulding process; and press-in types installed by pressing the insert into a pre-moulded or drilled hole. All install permanently in the plastic material.

SI threaded inserts have been engineered in a variety of designs and lengths – including micro fastener versions with threads as small as M1 – and can be supplied in unified or metric thread sizes.

Recessed pan screws with TX-drive In addition to its extensive screw programme made from plastic, Bäcker GmbH & Co KG has now introduced recessed pan screws – conforming to DIN 34812 (former DIN 7985) – with TX-drive.

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äcker has expands its PlacoTec ® standard elements programme with TX-drive and has started with recessed pan head screws, but more head shapes are planned for the future. The new screws are available in the thread sizes M3, M4, M5, M6 and M8 with thread lengths between 4mm and 55mm. By default the screw is made of polyamide in the colour natural.

Other materials, e.g PEEK, or other dimensions and colours can be requested.

For more than 35 years Bäcker has stood for solutions in plastics at the highest level. The company supplies its products to a whole host of industries, including mechanical engineering, plant construction, leisure and sports equipment, rehabilitation products, sanitary engineering, electrical engineering, medical technology and furniture production.

Bäcker’s comprehensive standard range comprises of more than 5,000 different articles, with its range of products organised into four groups: • PlacoGrip® control elements – including clamping levers, indexing bolts and star grips.

• PlacoTec ® standard elements – such as screws, nuts and washers.

• PlacoCap® protective elements – such as cover caps and protective caps.

• PlacoEngineering – project solutions to customers’ specifications. www.baecker.eu

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NORMA Group receives order from Chinese petroleum and petrochemical group NORMA Group recently received a major order from a leading Chinese petroleum and petrochemical enterprise group – shipping 16,000 NORMACONNECT FGR pipe couplings from its manufacturing plant in Gerbershausen, Germany, to Qingdao, China.

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ORMA’s customer will use the NORMACONNECT FGR pipe couplings to safely connect the installations in its storage facilities and processing plants in its upstream and downstream operations.

“This has been the largest order for pipe couplings that we have accomplished so far at our production site in Gerbershausen. We are very proud that our customer put its trust in the quality and advantages of our solutions.

After all, the solutions support our customer in securing its investments,” says Werner Deggim, CEO at NORMA Group.

The NORMACONNECT FGR pipe coupling is a connection suitable to safely join thick and thin walled plastic and metal pipes – especially pipes made from stainless steel. With NORMACONNECT, plain ended supply pipes, as well as exhaust pipes for solid, liquid or gaseous media, can be connected in a reliable manner. The pipe coupling can be joined quickly and easily without the necessity of prior pipe alignment or treatment of pipe ends.

NORMA mentions that the connecting elements help to reduce assembly times and costs significantly, because they eliminate the need for additional expenses such as welding or galvanising. Furthermore, NORMACONNECT FGR is light, reusable and can be used in narrow spaces.

NORMACONNECT couplings can also be used in mechanical engineering and construction, shipbuilding, civil engineering and in hydro technology. www.normagroup.com

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How to maintain joint integrity when converting from metal to plastic

By Christie Jones, market development manager, SPIROL International Corporation The weakest sections of many plastic part designs are the joints and assembly points.

During screw assembly of mating components, the screw has to be tightened with sufficient torque to produce the recommended axial tension load between the host component and the threads of the screw in order to prevent loosening.

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common problem with bolted joints is that plastics are susceptible to creep or stress relaxation. Under loads well below the elastic limit, plastics will lose their ability to maintain a load. When this occurs, the threaded connection becomes loose.

Metal threaded inserts significantly improve joint strength in plastic parts and are not themselves susceptible to creep. The larger body diameter and body design of the insert allow the appropriate installation torque to be applied to the screw. These joints do not become loose over time since the brass provides permanent creep resistance for the entire load path of the thread.

Additionally, the inserts enable unlimited assembly/disassembly of the components without compromising the integrity of the threads.

Ultimately, it is often the metal insert that allows designers to replace cast or machined metal components with less expensive plastic – without sacrificing performance.

Start with the performance requirements of the assembly, and then select the appropriate insert. The objective is to choose an insert with sufficient torque resistance to accommodate the tightening torque necessary to achieve sufficient axial tension load on the threaded joint – to keep it together and prevent loosening – while also achieving pull-out values necessary for the load conditions that the insert will be exposed to while in service. In general, resistance to torque is a function of insert diameter, and resistance to pull-out is a function of insert length.

Insert performance terminology

How they are installed

Tensile (Pull-Out) Strength

Rotational Torque

Rotational & Tensile Applied Opposite Headed End (Pull-Through)

Figure 1: Typical performance requirements for inserts involve tensile strength, rotational torque and pull-through strength Typical performance requirements for assemblies using inserts involve tensile strength, rotational torque, and pull-through strength. Tensile strength, or pull-out, is the axial force required to pull the insert out of the plastic material. Torque is the rotational force required to rotate the insert in the plastic material. Finally, pull-through is a combination of rotational torque and tensile force applied opposite the head of the insert (see Figure 1).

The following factors affect insert performance: • Insert type, design, and quality of insert features.

• Plastic specifications.

• Design and quality of the plastic components, including hole tolerance consistency.

• The installation process.

There are many different styles of inserts designed to accommodate various performance requirements and installation methods. The installation method must be considered, as this will affect the type of insert that can be used, as well as the overall cost of the assembly. The two primary types of inserts are those that are moulded in and those installed after the moulding process (post-mould).

Moulded-in inserts usually yield the highest performance, yet this form of installation is by far the most expensive. In addition, you run the risk of damaging the mould if the insert is not properly positioned during the moulding process. That can result in tens of thousands of dollars in lost profit.

Inserts installed with heat or ultrasonics after moulding yield good performance at a fraction of the assembled cost of the moulded-in inserts. Post-mould installation is very efficient and eliminates the requirement of properly loading inserts into a mould during the mould cycle. Typically, inserts installed with heat yield the best combination of overall performance and lowest installed cost.

Self-tapping inserts provide the best pull-out resistance for a post-mould insert, yet the assembler has to be very careful about installing the insert so that it is perfectly square to the hole or it will not mate well with the screw.

Expansion inserts are designed for non-critical applications where ease of installation is the primary design criterion, not torque and pull-out resistance. Another low cost option is press-in inserts that are designed to reduce installation cost at a sacrifice of torque and pull-out performance.

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Hole design guidelines Correct hole size is critical. Larger holes decrease performance, while smaller holes induce undesirable stresses and potential cracks in the plastic. Undersized holes may also result in flash at the hole edge. The insert manufacturer’s recommended hole size for the insert must be adjusted if fillers are used in the plastic. If the filler content is 15% or more, it is suggested to widen the hole by 0.08mm (0.003 inches), and if filler content is 35% or more, the suggested hole diameter increase is 1.5mm (0.006 inches).

Holes for post-mould inserts should always be deeper than the length of the insert. For self-tapping inserts, use a minimum depth of 1.2 times the insert length. For other inserts, the recommended depth is the insert length plus two thread pitches. The assembly screw should never bottom out on the hole, as jack-out would occur.

Moulded holes are preferable to drilled holes because of the strong, denser surface of the moulded hole. Core pins used to mould the holes should be large enough to allow for shrinkage. For straight holes, the taper should not exceed a 1° included angle. Tapered holes should have an 8° included angle (see Figure 2).

Tapered holes reduce installation time and ensure proper alignment of the insert to the hole. Easier release from the core pin is an additional benefit. Only tapered inserts should be used in tapered holes. The disadvantage is that tapered inserts are not symmetrical, and therefore must be oriented prior to installation.

Insert performance is affected by the plastic boss diameter and/or wall thickness. Generally, the optimum wall thickness or boss diameter is two to three times the insert diameter, with the relative multiple decreasing as the insert diameter increases. The plastic wall thickness has to be large enough to avoid bulging during installation and strong enough for the recommended assembly screw installation torque. Poor knit lines in the vicinity of the insert will cause failures and reduced insert performance.

Post-mould inserts that are cold pressed into the hole require larger boss diameters and/or wall thickness to withstand the greater stresses induced during installation.

Installing the inserts while the plastic is still warm after moulding generally avoids problems.

Mating components The diameter of the clearance hole in the mating component is very important. The insert and not the plastic must carry the load. The hole in the mating component must be larger than the outside diameter of the assembly screw but smaller than the pilot or face diameter of the insert in order to prevent jack-out. If a larger hole in the mating component is required for alignment purposes, a headed insert should be considered.

Inserts should be installed flush or no more than 0.13mm (0.005 inches) above the hole.

If the mating component is also plastic, the use of a compression limiter should be considered to maintain the preload of the threaded joint. In order for the compression limiter to work properly, it should abut the insert so that the insert, and not the plastic, carries the load.

Inserts with heads provide a larger bearing surface and a conductive surface if needed. High load applications can benefit from locating the head opposite the load in a pull-through configuration (see Figure 3). Tapered inserts should not be used in pull-through applications or in thin-walled bosses as this will cause cracking of the plastic.

Pull-through configuration

Pull-Through Configuration

Straight Hole

Taper 1° Max ØD

Tapered Hole

8° ØE

Mating Part Minimum Hole Depth / Boss Height Insert Length + 2 Thread Pitches

Minimum Hole Depth / Boss Height Insert Length + 2 Thread Pitches

Host Minimum Boss Dia. 2-3 Times Insert Dia.

Minimum Boss Dia. 2-3 Times Insert Dia.

Headed Insert

Figure 2: Moulded holes are preferable to drilled holes because of the strong, denser surface of the moulded hole. For straight holes, the taper should not exceed a 1° included angle and tapered holes should have an 8° included angle

Figure 3: In high load applications, consider locating the head of the insert opposite the load to increase pull-out strength. Tapered inserts should not be used in pull-through applications www.spirol.co.uk

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EXHIBITIONS

New look Totally reports growth Held on 16th – 17th February 2016 at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry, UK, the 22nd Totally DIY:Totally Tools show saw 1,200 visitors attend the new two day format. Claire Edwards, deputy editor, visited the show to find out how the industry would react to the new look show.

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rganisers, Brintex Events, reported a growth in exhibitors for the third year in succession, with over 125 exhibitors (up from 102 in 2014 and 111 in 2015). Bill Butler, show director, stated: “We’re delighted that for the third year in a row we’ve managed to grow the number of exhibitors, and as such increase the number of products we can display – expanding the event proposition for visitors. Many of the exhibitors I spoke to commented on the impressive quality of the visitors, and the energised atmosphere that the shorter format brought to the exhibition floor.”

50 suppliers were new to the show, including BIZ Power Tools Ltd, Chicago Brand UK, Knightool®, Optimaxx and Tite-Fix Ltd. Holly Wilkinson, strategist at Tite-Fix Ltd, commented: “Having heard good things about the Totally DIY:Totally Tools show we decided to exhibit for the first time this year. Footfall was strong and the visitors were of high-quality with some very interesting requests.”

Also exhibiting for the first time

was global manufacturer of pressure sensitive adhesive patterns – Glue Dots International. David Angus, European key account manager at Glue Dots, said: “It was a very positive show and a great place to showcase our new product range to the DIY sector. The level and quality of visitors to our stand was very high and we generated some very interesting leads, which we hope will enable us to sell our products across the sector.”

This year’s show also saw a number of returning exhibitors such as A. Perry & Co (Hinges) Ltd, Bond It, Chemfix Products Ltd, ForgeFix Ltd, Polyseam Ltd, Soudal UK Ltd, tesa UK Ltd, and SnapIt Screw International.

Also returning to the show to launch its new Amtech brand of tools – in response to the changing DIY market – was DK Tools. Ishan Kalra, operations manager at DK Tools, explained: “This year’s show was a great opportunity to launch our new Amtech brand to an audience of interested and relevant buyers. The show generated many new opportunities for us with both existing and new customers. The quality of buyers at the show is always great – and this

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year was no different. The two day format distilled the qualities of the three day show into a shorter, more focused time frame.”

Taking a more prominent place at this year’s show – in the centre of the hall – was the New Product Showcase Area in which over 150 of the latest products and new technologies were displayed. Unlike previous years where gold, silver and bronze prizes were given out in a number of different categories, one prize was awarded for the ‘Best New Product’, which was awarded to Tileution Ltd for the ‘Peel Then Stick’ – a product that adds adhesive to sheets of A4 paper, which can then be applied directly to walls for tiling.

The overall impression and feedback from exhibitors at Totally DIY:Totally Tools was positive, with many reporting that the new two day format did not affect the high calibre and quality of visitors to the show. Buyers visiting the show included those from B&Q, Wickes, Screwfix, Stax, Selco, Tesco, Amazon and Homebase.

Next year’s Totally DIY:Totally Tools show will once again take place at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry, on Tuesday 14th February – Wednesday 15th February 2017.

TO O L S

Ryobi’s hard hitting 800W SDS+ The new 4-Mode 800W SDS+ pneumatic hammer drill from Ryobi® has a new L-shape ergonomic design that provides users with an optimum balance to weight ratio.

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igh in power and small in size, the 800W SDS+ has various settings that enable the tool to be used across a number of different materials – including a hammer drilling setting for tough hard materials.

Ryobi explains that when drilling into hard masonry an ordinary hammer drill might take minutes to drill even a shallow hole.

The SDS+ on the other hand will pound through it in seconds.

A soft drilling setting called ‘drilling without hammer’ turns the hammer drill into a regular drill ideal for softer masonry, wood and metals.

The other function is chiselling, which only uses the hammer function in order to remove hard debris from

walls such as bricks, tiles adhesive and light demolition.

“Ryobi understands the importance of corded innovation as so many consumers rely on it for continuous runtime and power. The company is committed to delivering simply the best corded products to its customers and continues to invest significant resource to ensure it is always leading the market.”

TVM saving idea by GESIPA® Offering up to 80% piece part cost saving and 70% installation time saving against known repair applications

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• Guaranteed and secure joint

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Portable glue gun from Power Adhesives Power Adhesives Ltd has launched its first battery-powered glue gun, the b-tec 807, which is powered by a rechargeable battery that makes it completely portable – enabling a user to work virtually anywhere.

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uitable for use with the full range of high performance tecbond 12mm (½ inch) glue sticks, the b-tec 807 is well suited to carrying out car bodywork repairs; attaching low-voltage cables and carpet gripper rods; and for window dressing and creating exhibition displays. Greater accessibility also makes the new tool ideal for awkward applications where a mains power source isn’t available or where the gun needs to be taken to the job in hand.

The b-tec 807 has a strong glue output of 1.9 kilos per hour, and reaches operating temperature in only 3 minutes. With an adjustable full hand lever trigger and soft grip handle, it has been designed with user comfort in mind. The gun’s narrow profile and extension nozzle, which is fitted as standard, also ensures that users can apply glue accurately with no extra effort.

Torqueleader becomes Gedore Torque UK tool manufacturer Torqueleader has recently rebranded itself to become Gedore Torque Ltd in order to ensure full integration within the Gedore group of companies – which it became a member of in 1999.

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ools available from Gedore Torque include torque screwdrivers and wrenches designed with a unique slipping technology that eliminates the possibility of over or under tightening – including the Torque Wrench ADS Dial Measuring and the Torque Screwdriver TT Dial Measuring.

The Torque Screwdriver TT Dial Measuring can efficiently measure in Metric and Imperial torque units in both directions. Also available is Gedore Torque’s CAPTURE system, a torque analyser that offers a highly accurate measurement of hand and power torque tools – enabling users to become more productive.

Torqueleader was originally founded in 1937, and has many longstanding relationships with customers going back decades. It has an international reputation for innovative and high-quality precision torque tools.

Hand tools built to last UK-based Chicago Brand has introduced its new Spring Tools® range, which includes nail sets, punches, chisels, and rivet removal tools – designed to save users time and effort.

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hicago Brand says its tools provide spring driven technology that can deliver over 3,500psi to the intended target, with all tools made from the finest materials available – guaranteeing them for a lifetime.

Ideal for when a hammer cannot fit into tight spaces, and for marking hard materials accurately and with ease, the tools are available as a high-speed centre punch, nail starter, nail set, and cold chisel. The tools can be used for removing rivets and weld spots, wood chisels in various styles, door hinge pin removal in various lengths, metal working sets, and woodworking sets.

Made in the USA, and brand new to the UK exclusively from Chicago Brand, the tools are ideal for use in a variety of markets such as professional metalworking, engineering, carpentry, furniture builders, installers, painters, mechanics, joiners, and hobbyists.

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Innovative 4-way ratchet, socket and bit set Laser Tools has added a new innovative 4-way reversible ratchet, part number 6428, to its Laser range of socket and bit sets.

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eaturing both 3/8 inch and 1/4 inch socket drives, as well as 1/4 inch and 5 /16 inch bit drivers, the tools are manufactured in chrome vanadium and the bits are strong S2 steel. Laser Tools points out that the ratchet is beautifully finished and balanced and features a super-smooth 72 teeth ratchet at both ends.

The set includes eight ¼ inch drive sockets from 4.5mm – 10mm, and six 3 /8 inch drive sockets from 12mm – 19mm. It also includes eighteen 1/4 inch hex shank bits, including hex bits 4mm – 6mm and Star T10 – T40, as well as fourteen 5/16 inch shank bits, including hex 4mm – 12mm, and Star tamperproof T20 – T55.

PRODUCTS

VIPA opens sealing division VIPA SpA has entered a business partnership with Chu Hung Oil Seals Industrial Co Ltd to create a sealing division, which will enable VIPA to expand the range of products it can offer its customers.

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aiwanese-based Chu Hung Oil Seals Industrial Co Ltd is a designer, manufacturer and supplier of rotary shaft seals and other sealing products. It has specialised in high-quality seals for over 25 years – supplying OEMs and aftermarket customers in over 150 countries.

The sealing division will enable VIPA to provide its customers with a design solution for a new application within days. Using 3D CAD technologies for both product and mould design, an average of 100 new seal designs, from simple single lip seals, to more complex cassette seals, to the latest PTFE sealing designs, can be successfully manufactured.

VIPA has a wide range of compound grades for each elastomer class, which satisfy most conditions and applications. For any special requirements VIPA will work in partnership with its supplier to provide a tailor-made solution. Once the correct compound has been selected – whether it’ll be for prototype or full production purposes – every batch of rubber has to pass VIPA’s stringent test specifications.

“We are proud to provide exceptional quality of the mould design, which enables us to provide the customer with the most cost-effective sealing solution. We recognise that good seal design starts with the right material selection for the application, which is why we put so much time and effort in developing and testing our ever increasing range of materials.” www.vipaspa.it

Alcoa introduces high strength Magna-Lok® fastener Alcoa Fastening Systems & Rings has introduced the new 12.7mm (½ inch) diameter Huck® Magna-Lok® structural blind fastener, which it says is the strongest product of its type available on the market.

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ith extremely high shear (44.4Kn) and tensile (31.1Kn) strengths, plus high resistance to joint failure, the 12.7mm Magna-Lok® fastener offers 60% and 57% respective increases in shear and tensile strengths when compared to its predecessor, the R12 9.5mm fastener. The higher strength capability provides the user with the option of installing fewer fasteners per application, thus facilitating a reduced inventory, faster production times and potentially resulting in lighter weight products.

In addition to its high strength, the 12.7mm Magna-Lok has all of the features of the standard Magna-Lok® blind fastener, including a wide grip range to accommodate large variations in joint thickness; and 360° internal locking technology that enables the pin to be mechanically locked to the sleeve. Its expansion during installation also provides excellent joint tightness and high-quality resistance to liquid penetration.

The 12.7mm Magna-Lok fastener has also been approved by the widely recognised Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik (DIBt).

Joël Melquiot, product manager for Huck and Marson brands at Alcoa Fastening Systems & Rings, said: “Customers looking to improve their assembly processes, particularly in the construction industry, can greatly benefit from the high shear and tensile strength of the new 12.7mm Magna-Lok fastener. We also see many applications for this product in the commercial transportation, green energy, and agriculture markets, due to the high resistance to joint failure.”

NeoSpeed® rivets: Faster, stronger and simpler POP® Avdel® states that its unique, splined, patent protected NeoSpeed® rivets deliver the widest grip range and hole size tolerances of any non-structural rivet, while delivering shear, tensile and clamp performance better than or equal to traditional breakstem options.

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hen used with appropriate installation tools, including a paper magazine of fasteners with a reusable mandrel or pre-loaded rivets with disposable mandrel, POP ® says assembly speeds can be improved by up to 400% compared to traditional threaded or breakstem fasteners.

With three times greater hole size tolerance than standard breakstem rivets, and an enlarged front sheet hole that minimises misalignment issues, NeoSpeed® fasteners are far less sensitive to application variations. Multi-grip capability further accommodates wide variations in material thickness so one rivet can be used to replace several standard grip fasteners.

Due to the broad grip range of the rivets, the product is available in just three rivet lengths per diameter. Only one mandrel is required per diameter as well, regardless of hole size variation.

Custom rivet lengths can be developed

to accommodate a specific grip range application, which are designed and optimised using class leading finite element analysis techniques.

NeoSpeed rivets are available in aluminium, steel and A4 stainless steel (316) with various finishes. Head styles include mushroom and countersunk.

Available sizes include 3.2mm (1 /8 inch), 4mm ( 5 /32 inch) and 4.8mm (3 /16 inch).

Additional sizes, materials and head styles are under development.

NeoSpeed fasteners are applicable for high-speed fastening and component assembly in all major industrial markets, including automotive, heavy ground transportation, electronics, appliance, HVAC, solar, and recreational equipment.

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TR Fastenings launches new website TR Fastenings Ltd has recently launched a new website, featuring an online catalogue of over 40,000 products including self-locking nuts, plastic fasteners, washers and specially manufactured parts.

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esigned as an ultimate resource for engineers, designers and buyers, the new site has improved navigation and functionality throughout. Combining a new modern design with a powerful search tool, users can simply search for the product or range required using any number of search terms and choose from a range of items available, as well as related technical information.

Once the product and size has been selected, users can view, send or download a dynamically generated 2D drawing for the part, which includes all related dimensional data, as well as download the related 3D model in a number of formats and save the part to the enquiry basket.

In addition, the website carries an extensive engineering knowledge base, which includes step by step animated

installation guides, tooling requirements and related technical information, detailed performance data, material and finish specifications, and fastener standards and comparison tables.

With an annual output of over 50 billion components, TR supplies to a wide range of industries, from automotive, electronics, telecoms, and domestic appliances, to marine, audio, petrochemical and general industrial. The new website features products for use in all sectors including Hank® self-clinch fasteners and rivet bushes, inserts and screws for plastic, blind rivets and rivet nuts, cable management products, screws, and nuts.

The site will be continually updated over the course of 2016 with new products and features, including a customer portal and specialist technical articles. The company also plans to make the site available in a number of languages.

TRIDON SmartSeal® – a new way to think about connections A big challenge when sealing air and coolant connections is being able to counteract thermal expansion and contraction caused by under hood temperature variations. TRIDON® states that its TRIDON self-adjusting, stainless steel SmartSeal® non-perforated/embossed clamp solves this problem.

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martSeal® forms a unique 360 degree seal around joints and prevents leakage of fluid and air when subjected to temperature extremes and vibration, thanks to patent pending SmartLiner technology.

The SmartLiner is a spring liner made of high-quality stainless steel and is integrated inside the clamp. Designed to be smart, the thin gauge steel expands and contracts around the hose with temperature changes. The clamp rides

on top of the lubricated liner, distributing pressure more evenly around the hose.

John Mills, vice-president at TRIDON®, comments: “It’s not just a simple solution – it’s a really smart one. TRIDON SmartSeal non-perforated/embossed clamps were designed in response to the leakage attributed to thermal cycling and to meet today’s challenging lighter weight and space requirements.

With decades of product development experience, we offer the best and most

innovative sealing solutions in the industry and will work as an extension of our customers engineering departments.”

TRIDON offers full service development and engineering support, from design to launch, with ongoing value engineering proposals. The company’s fully equipped laboratory makes it possible to fully satisfy the most demanding customer applications and is an additional support for R&D.

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Ellsworth Adhesives extends range Ellsworth Adhesives Europe has added the Lord Corporation’s acrylic adhesive system Lord 810/20 to its range of adhesives and adhesive dispensing equipment.

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ord 810 Adhesive works in conjunction with Lord Accelerator 20 and, upon curing, creates a flexible system for bonding metals and engineered plastics.

This adhesive system provides a high-speed cure, and strong bonding with virtually no bond line ‘read through’.

Furthermore, the use of Lord Accelerator 20 enables precise control of the adhesive bond line thickness thanks to the glass beads in the material.

With little to no substrate preparation required, Lord 810 even remains in position when applied on vertical or overhead surfaces, facilitating greater process flexibility. The adhesive provides impressive environmental resistance to UV exposure and weathering and also has the ability to resist dilute acids, alkalis, solvents, greases, oils and moisture.

The Lord 810/20 acrylic adhesive system has been designed to eradicate the problem of ‘read through’ where the surface of a bonded substrate has become visibly distorted because of stresses that occurred during the curing process. The issue of bond line ‘read through’ can be a particular trouble for OEMs requiring a high-quality pristine finish. For example, automotive manufacturers cannot accept a finish that has a visible adhesive line and since these manufacturers are increasingly using adhesives as an alternative to welding, new products such as Lord 810 are being developed in order to meet their sophisticated requirements.

Lord 810 is available to order from Ellsworth Adhesives Europe immediately and comes in 50ml, 200ml, 400ml and 5 gallon drums.

Fire-resistant cable fixing HellermannTyton has increased its extensive portfolio of stainless steel cable ties and mounts with the introduction of the fire-resistant metal fire clip, SSFC2516, which has been designed for use within mini trunking.

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nstalled in three tool free steps, the 25mm x 16mm fire-resistant fire clip is pushed into the trunking and secured with a masonry screw or fixing, with the cables then fed in. Finally, the flexible metal wings of the fire clip are bent to secure the cables before the lid of the trunking is fitted for a safe and neat finish. When the trunking is in position, the fire clip ensures the cable is secure and retains its position on the wall in the event of a fire, even if the plastic cable housing has melted. This provides a safer environment for both firefighters and occupants should a fire break out, while also increasing escape time from a building.

The stainless steel fire clip also adheres to the IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671: Wiring systems in escape routes), following the changes in July 2015. The new amendment requires wiring systems in escape routes to be supported to prevent premature collapse in the event of a fire, meaning non-metallic trunking, conduit, cable ties and cable clips can no longer be used as the only means of support in escape route areas.

The fire clip has also been tested independently for fire performance in accordance with BS 5839-1 2013 Section 26.2 e, ensuring adequate support for cables when subjected to fire with mechanical shock and water spray.

Fastening innovations for a changing marketplace To satisfy customer demands in today’s ever changing marketplace, engineers from Flaig + Hommel GmbH are continuously developing new products to offer bespoke solutions to new and existing problems.

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laig + Hommel receives requests for new technologies and designs in the fastening sector on a daily basis. Its engineers work on these requests and develop practical applications that are also offered as patented solutions for sale or for licensed production.

“Let yourself be inspired by our selection of exciting applications or if you can’t find an answer to your problem, call us today and together we will come up with a solution.”

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Dokka invests in mega cell

A new touch latch from Frigerio

Dokka Fasteners AS has recently invested in a new mega cell for its production facility in Dokka, Norway, which has enabled it to expand its product range and ensure consistent quality in every bolt manufactured.

Established in 1948, Frigerio Ettore SpA provides quality specialist fasteners for a variety of applications, including its newly launched 3.06 touch latch.

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okka’s mega cell contains full automation on hot forging, CNC machining, thread rolling and full non-destructive testing – such as ultrasonic inspection, hardness testing (with possible laser engraving of results) and magnetic particle inspection.

The company has also been through a process of automation, with 38 robots in manufacturing to make sure there is the same consistent product quality in each product. Additionally, all critical processes are kept in-house such as hardening, hot dip galvanising and quality inspection.

Dokka is able to manufacture high-tensile bolts up to M100 for a variety of applications. Recently, more than 8,200 M72 HV sets have been delivered to an offshore wind farm, where they are the fastening element between the monopile and transition piece – instead of a grouted solution. Another project is for one of the world’s largest oil and gas OEMs, where M100 riser and bonnet bolts will be fastening some of the most critical elements.

“Our bolts are often used in critical connections and/or harsh environments and it is important we deliver the best quality all the time.

We are therefore glad our new mega cell enables us to respond to market requirements for constantly larger bolts, and at the same time continue with our consistent high-quality.”

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ecognisable by Frigerio’s dragon logo, this mini latch is manufactured in nickel plated or brass plated steel and has a heat resistance of up to 90°C and 150°C for short periods. The plastic components such as insert, roller and strike are available in white or brown colour.

It is suitable for applications such as air depurators, mosquito nets, awnings, dish warmers and in the maritime sector. The 3.06 touch latch can also be used in the place of handles in order to keep the surfaces clean and smooth.

“Our corporate vision and mission is the fundamental philosophy of giving value to our customers. Quality is above all a cultural status to be achieved in order to ensure quality practices in all our processes. We are also ISO 9002 and ISO/TS 16949 certified.”

P R O D U CT S

Inoxmare’s new marine hardware Inoxmare Srl has introduced new stainless steel marine hardware including eye straps, flush lift rings, pelican hooks and barrel bolts to its range, which will be available from spring 2016.

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vailable polished, the new stainless steel marine hardware is made from AISI 316/A4 and AISI 304/A2 stainless steel. Items in the new range – also available online via Inoxmare’s webshop – include shutter bars, ‘S’ hooks, long shank eye bolts with wood thread and wide type D shackles, double snaphooks, handrail fittings 90° hinged tees, bimini top hinged jaw slides, eye straps and clamps for biminis, adjustable slide buckles, and bimini swivel deck hinges.

“Due to our constant innovation, our product range is always in continuous development. We are specialised in the distribution of stainless steel mechanical connections. At Inoxmare we guarantee a continuous assortment and stock availability of all the items in our catalogue.

Furthermore, we are specialised in shipping all over the world.”

Improved, ultra fast, pre-applied threadlocker Tectorius® has introduced the Tec-Bond™ 204 – a new and improved, universal, pre-applied, threadlocker – designed to perform on most fastener substrates including, but not limited to, zinc, organic finishes, brass and stainless steel.

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n addition to its wide versatility and enhanced reliability, Tectorius® mentions that this economical innovation in threadlocking also delivers very fast curing, demonstrating retaining torques in under 10 minutes. Plus, Tec-Bond ™ 204’s water-based carrier medium is environmentally friendly, and easy to use.

Tectorius, a specialist in pre-applied sealants, adhesives, lubricants and other performance enhancing products for a variety of sectors – including automotive, aerospace and electronics, has also recently launched a new website to reach a global audience.

The website includes the ability to review information about Tectorius and its products in English, German, Italian, Spanish, Turkish and Chinese.

Jeanne Gumbleton, marketing manager at Tectorious, said: “As our global market expands, we want to be able to offer our current customers and prospects the ability to view our products and services in a language that they are comfortable with. We take our commitment to our international audience sincerely, and want to convey this message through communicating in a way that strengthens these relationships.”

Specialist tapes from Kommerling UK Kommerling UK has introduced two new high bond acrylic tapes – AT-1 and AT-3 – to its already proven range of sealants and adhesives for use in the manufacturing and metal fabrication sectors.

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ressure sensitive and water-clear, the AT-1 is a solid acrylic tape designed to provide a superior bond between a variety of substrates. With its transparent appearance it is ideally suited for applications involving glass or other clear substrates. AT-3 is a translucent, structural grade tape that possesses a uniform high tack acrylic adhesive on both surfaces. It will bond to most clean, dry, oil free surfaces and will withstand a wide range of weathering and temperature conditions without compromising on its adhesion.

Already a recognised supplier of a number of highly successful products in this area, Kommerling UK believes that new materials and processes may be better served with these

new tapes. The benefits of using tape over more traditional mechanical fastenings include an improved aesthetic for the finished joint, a faster process, no drilling into the substrate, and better responsiveness to thermal expansion.

Neil MacWatters, sales executive at Kommerling UK, commented: “Many engineers will approach the use of tapes with reservations, not believing that they will do the job. However, once we have demonstrated their effectiveness and explained some of the benefits that scepticism can soon be overcome.”

Initially the tapes will be available from Elcom Ltd, a UK-based manufacturer and distributor of static control products.

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Resistant and watertight fastening Since 1973 Rivit Srl has been developing a wide range of products for the industry, as well as related tools for their installation, including its range of welding studs and the RIVST80.

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apacitor discharge welding studs from Rivit are used to create joints between the bearing piece and the part to be fastened such as steel, stainless steel, aluminium, or brass surfaces. Thanks to Rivit welding studs, the outer surface on which the application has been performed remains smooth to safeguard aesthetics. The range of welding studs is also made of resistant and watertight fastenings and can be welded onto plates of the same material.

Customers can choose from threaded studs, internal thread tapped studs, 1 or 2 contact fastons and insulation nails. The products are available in steel, AISI304 stainless steel, aluminium, and brass. Also, the application is very easy as it does not require accessibility from both sides of the sheet as the products can be blind placed.

For the installation of the welding studs, Rivit strongly recommends the use of the RIVST80, a capacitor discharge stud welding tool for studs up to M8. Being completely electronic it is not subject to any kind of wear and it automatically stabilises the variations of the line voltage.

The gun, which comes with the tool, works according to the contact welding system and the centering of the studs can be done following an outline by means of a centering template. The welder weighs 13kg and the gun weighs 0.7kg. www.rivit.it

RECRUITMENT + INDEX

Senior Fastener Design Engineer

SALES OFFICE MANAGER

Stanley Engineered Fastening are looking for a Senior Fastener Design Engineer who has the ability to apply engineering cold forming principles to design and develop new fastener products using 3D CAD & FEA skills, selecting the appropriate processes to meet design requirements. This individual is experienced in our industry and has a proven record of developing innovative solutions to problems.

Portafix are looking for a Sales Office Manager to join their senior management team and to manage their sales department.

Main / focus skill set 1. Fastener design and cold heading tooling design experience essential, practical experience desirable.

2. Analytical skills: Detailed understanding of creating test matrices 3. CAD: 3D Solidworks preferable 4. Creation of 3D parametric assembly models 5. FEA: Multiple bodied non-linear experience essential, 3D Preferred, 2D Essential 6. Detailed understanding of setting up, running and analyzing the results.

Relating friction, materials and process parameters to real life practical testing

What we’re looking for: • Experience in the world of fastenings/fixings • Background in Vendor Management Inventory systems • Involvement at Senior Management level • Proficient in Account Management & Business Development • Line Management to a team of direct reports

If you are interested in joining a fast moving, global company, we would like to hear from you. Please forward your CV and a covering letter.

Closing date 31st March 2016. For further details please contact our Human Resources Business Partner:Angela Blackwell Angela.Blackwell@sbdinc.com Phone: +44 (0)1582 900 040 STANLEY Engineered Fastening Avdel UK Limited, Stanley House, Works Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 1JY, UK

If you are up for a challenge and are interested in joining a fast moving, exiting company, we would love to hear from you.

In the strictest confidence and for further details please contact our Business Operations Manager Tracey Allix: e: traceya@portafix.co.uk t: 01264 887912 www.portafix.co.uk

www.StanleyEngineeredFastening.com

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Ernst Reinhardt GmbH....................... 118

Merlin Business Software.................. 123

Schnorr GmbH...................................... 41

Achilles Seibert GmbH............................ 5

Eurotec GmbH..................................... 105

Mubea Tellerfedern GmbH................. 135

Shanghai Fast-Fix Rivet Corporation... 139

ACTON................................................... 39

Fastbolt................................................... 2

Mustad.................................................. 81

Shin Chun Enterprise Co Ltd.............. 143

Adolf Pühl GmbH & Co KG.................... 17

Fastener + Fixing Magazine.................. 87

Nakashimada Engineering Works Ltd...47

Sipa....................................................... 39

Advance Spares Ltd............................ 131

Fastener + Fixing Search...................... 99

National Machinery............................... 51

Smith & Bullough............................... 129

Albert Pasvahl GmbH & Co................... 77

Fastener Fair Italy............................... 123

ND Industries...................................28-29

SPIROL................................................ 133

Alloy & Stainless................................... 31

Fixi Srl................................................. 108

Ningbo Londex IndustrialsCo Ltd......... 21

Staytite................................................ 141

Ambrovit SpA......................................... 13

FRIULSIDER SpA................................ 107

NOF Metal Coatings Europe............35-36

STANLEY Engineered.......................... 148

Arma Kalip ve Yedek Parça................... 83

G & B Fissaggi Srl............................... 107

Nord Lock........................................... 150

TATA Steel.............................................. 55

Avon Stainless Fasteners Ltd............. 142

GESIPA Blindniettechnik GmbH......... 137

Norm Civata AS....................................... 9 Tecfi SpA.............................................. 103

Bäcker GmbH & Co. KG...................... 129

Graewe GmbH & Co KG........................ 31

NORMA.................................................. 19 Tecno Impianti....................................... 65

BAFA SAS.............................................. 91

GripIt Fixings....................................... 111

omniTechnik Mikroverkapselungs GmbH... 121 Test GmbH........................................... 120

Beneke Wire Company.......................... 66

GWI Werkzeug und Stahl Vertriebs GmbH... 65

Peter Schröder GmbH.......................... 33

Berardi Bullonerie Srl.......................... 33

Hafren Fasteners Ltd.......................... 133

pgb Europe.......................................... 109 Titibi..................................................... 108

Tillex...................................................... 15

Berdan Bolt & Nut Co Ltd........... 126-127

Hans Schriever GmbH & Co KG............ 89

Pinstructure Ltd.................................... 15

TLM........................................................ 61

Biing Feng Enterprise Co Ltd............. 119

HEICO Befestigungstechnik GmbH........ 4

Portafix Ltd......................................... 148

Trojan................................................... 135

Birlik Bağlantı Elemanları Ltd.............. 41

Hexstone Group.................................... 95

Precision Technology Supplies Ltd....... 83

UBK....................................................... 85

Bossong SpA....................................... 111

Hugo Benzing GmbH & Co KG.............. 83

Regg Inspection.................................... 65

UIP GmbH & Co. KG........................... 101

BRALO................................................... 11

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Rexlen Corp........................................ 147

UTA Auto Industrial Co Ltd................... 52 Vipa SpA................................................ 84

Bülte GmbH........................................ 135 Johan Smit........................................... 125

F REYHER Nchfg GmbH & Co KG......... 33

CAN-ENG Furnaces International........ 63

Kingwin Precision Co Ltd...................... 71

Rivelit...................................................... 7

voestalpine Austria Draht GmbH............ 1

Carlo Salvi SpA...................................... 67

Kwantex Research Inc.....................92-93

Rivit Srl................................................ 149

Volt Industrial Plastics Inc.................... 27

Chaves Bilbao S.A................................... 3

Lederer............................................ 22, 24

Rohmann GmbH................................... 53

Vorpa................................................... 113

China Fastener Group........................... 75

Lichthart............................................... 59

Rotor Clip Ltd........................................ 23

Wafios Umformtechnik GmbH........ 49, 59

Ching Chan Optical Technology Co Ltd... 57

London Screw Company....................... 31

Sacma Group........................................ 45

Wan Iuan Ent Co Ltd........................... 145

CTR Carbide Dies Ltd........................... 71

Magni Group Inc.................................. 117

Saima Corporation.............................. 140

Win Fasteners Manufactory (Thailand) Co Ltd... 39

Dimac Srl.............................................. 59

Mecavit Srl............................................ 79

San Shing Fastech Corp....................... 73

WPI Services B.V................................... 62

Don Quichotte B.V............................... 101

Mectron................................................. 69

Saspi Talleres........................................ 53

Wrentham Tool Group........................... 64

DS Fasteners Ltd................................ 111

MEKR’S s.r.o......................................... 80

Schäfer + Peters GmbH........................ 41

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RIV NE 616 W

SPEED UP YOUR WORK, INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY Put the h effi fficiency i under d automation, i RIV616, the automatic feeder for rivet nuts, turns the riveting into a time-saving operation.

RIV616 is a pneumatic and electric tool which allows to insert the rivet nuts directly on the head of the tool, reducing the riveting implementation time. It can be used with many riveting tools for rivet nuts such as RIV938/RIV939/RIV941.

The rivet nuts are loaded The head of the tool goes By pushing the rivet nut into the automatic feeder. into the hole. screws automatically on the tie rod.

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