Fixfast Acquires OSC Sales
Key Takeaways: Fixfast Group has acquired 100% of OSC Sales, bringing construction fastening brands Carpenters Mate, Orbix, and…
July 22Latest in: Industry News
U.S. Trade Rules Are Reshaping Automotive Hardware Manufacturing
Key Takeaways: The U.S. Connected Vehicle Rule bans Chinese-origin vehicle connectivity hardware starting with model year 2030 and…
July 22
June Fastener Distributor Index Hits a Multi-Year High
Key Takeaways: The June 2026 Fastener Distributor Index reached 60.0, its strongest reading since mid-2021 and the 14th…
July 9
Fastener Distributor Index Holds Strong into the Summer
Key Takeaways: The Fastener Distributor Index rose to 56.9 in May 2026, growing for the 13th straight month…
June 25
Fastener Industry Outlook Regulates in Q2
The April 2026 Fastener Distributor Index was in expansionary territory at 56.3.
May 29
Europe’s Bimetal Screws Market Projected to Hit $157 Million by 2033
The European bimetal screws market is projected to reach $157 million by 2033, driven by demand in automotive,…
May 29
Suncor Stainless Introduces New Line of Tie-Down Rings
Suncor Stainless offers a new line of corrosion-resistant tie-down rings for marine, construction, and industrial applications.
May 28
FTI To Host Fastener Training Week in Chicago, August 2026
The Fastener Training Institute will hold Fastener Training Week in Chicago from August 31 to September 4, 2026.
May 28
The Automotive Aftermarket Has Succeeded Even Through Tariff Turmoil
The automotive aftermarket showed resilience and improved supplier confidence in 2025 despite severe tariff uncertainty.
May 28
Tariff Rulings Lead to Refund Confusion for OEMs
Two federal court decisions recently struck down major tariffs, potentially allowing for billions of dollars in refunds.
May 28