Fastener journeyman Don "The Amazing" Shan sees growth opportunities in value added strategies (1:39:05). Meanwhile, Brighton Best and Parker Fasteners have teamed up to provide American made product to the market, as Rosa Hearn and Matt Boyd explain (13:18). Endries International CEO Michael Knight and Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty discuss growth in the spring as they reflect on a buoyant new FDI on the Fastener News Report (57:11). On the Fastener Training Minute , Carm...
May 16, 2024•2 hr 28 min•Season 2024Ep. 200
The good old days of the fastener industry are right now, as Jim Derry and Adam Derry of Field Fastener grow their successful family business and learn along the way (1:35:13). Industry pundit, Bob "GQ" Baer asks senior Baird analyst David Manthey to explain the inventory component of the FDI (25:22). On the Fastener News Report , Star Stainless president Tim Roberto Jr . sits in with Mike McNulty to review the encouraging numbers (50:44). Industry educator Carmen Vertullo speaks on the PPAP pro...
Apr 21, 2024•2 hr 19 min•Season 2024Ep. 199
It's a rare day that veteran cold-header Mr. Charlie Kerr of Kerr-Lakeside doesn't serve up some tasty industry commentary, and his latest appearance is no exception (1:32:27). More on the medium rare side, Southwestern Fastener Association president Brad Burel of Advance Components previews the upcoming SFA spring conference and a trip to the stock yards (16:04). On the Fastener News Report , Fastenal CFO Holden Lewis and threaded newsman Mike McNulty put the sauce on the latest FDI, and Marco ...
Mar 18, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Season 2024Ep. 198
Elite fastener mud racers Bob "GQ" Baer, Jake "Valdez" Davis, and GH3 break a shocking development pertaining to the 2024 Rugged Nut event scheduled ahead of this year's MWFA FSTNR week. How will this news impact the growing tradition, and what does it mean for the future of fastener mud racing? Run time: 16:33
Mar 03, 2024•17 min0
Infrastructure projects create huge demand for fasteners once they work their way to the market. The always affable Jason Baines of premium locknut provider J. Lanfranco knows how to provide the parts, as well as a few nut jokes (1:33:20). Meanwhile, domestic manufacturing benefits by the need to re-shore parts, as Atlanta Rod sales manager Chris McCaffrey explains (17:34). He also tells the tale of an unlikely travel companion. On the Fastener News Report , Brighton Best International president...
Feb 20, 2024•2 hr 21 min•Season 2024Ep. 197
The new year begins with high flying headlines as Würth Industries all-star Mr. Dee Ward receives big news that has him taking to the skies (19:14). Fastener forecasters Jo Morris of the Fastener Training Institute and Jake "Valdez" Davis, CFS of BTM Manufacturing discuss their recent training week experience in lieu of actually prognosticating on the coming year (1:33:56). On the Fastener News Report , Abbott-Interfast president Bob "GQ" Baer joins news editor Mike McNulty with complete FDI dat...
Jan 18, 2024•2 hr 30 min•Season 2024Ep. 196
As the world moves towards more complex and sometimes risky technologies, successful fastener entrepreneurs like Scott Camp of Atlas Distribution Services rely on strong fundamentals and organic development to grow (1:46:24). Meanwhile, tech-based fastener businesses forge ahead, as BoltWise co-founder Cole Weiler looks for ways to match distributor challenges with AI-based solutions (26:15). AFC Industries CEO Kevin Godin joins news editor Mike McNulty to evaluate strengthening FDI numbers, and...
Dec 19, 2023•2 hr 43 min•Season 2023Ep. 195
In a world of blurred history and uncertain truths, it's perfectly clear that Lindfast Solutions Group VP of Quality Darlene Collis is advancing the fastener industry with her work at ASTM and other standards organizations (1:45:18). Likewise, Würth Revcar CEO Chapman Revercomb and the Würth Group are raising the bar with their newest automated facilities and processes (22:55). Pac-West president Hans Fuller joins newsman Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to explain the latest uptick of t...
Nov 16, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Season 2023Ep. 194
Sometimes the end is the beginning. In the case of a fateful but long forgotten mission to Columbus, the fastener industry revived a dormant tradition. The conclusion of the brief FDI rally may be another story, as newsman Mike McNulty and Baird analyst Quinn Fredrickson explain on the Fastener News Report (50:30). Brighton Best International event planner extraordinaire Rosa Hearn and Parker Fasteners sales boss Matt Boyd announce an exciting new partnership (1:33:29). At the end of his mud rac...
Oct 19, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Season 2023Ep. 193
The fastener industry climbs back as Endries CEO Michael Knight joins newsman Mike McNulty to unpack the dramatic FDI rebound on an epic Fastener News Report (49:34). Conjuring solutions is no trick for Don "The Amazing" Shan as he sets off on a spellbinding new venture (17:02). The "Bolts N Hose" podcast cracks open the fastener media mix as Patriot Bolt operators Bryce Oliveira and Kris Kolb explain (1:34:59). On the Fastener Training Minute , Carmen Vertullo and Jorge Munoz of Ababa Bolt talk...
Sep 21, 2023•2 hr 22 min•Season 2023Ep. 192
MWFA FSTNR Week highlights and floor interviews including Christian Reich, Don "The Amazing" Shan, Nick Penney, Ashely Parker, Jeremy Gethmann, Andres Green, Nancy Rich, Jake "Valdez" Davis and more. Golf results and FTR award update. PLUS: The promised AI for Distribution Conference promo code , and is it really time to say goodbye? Run time: 40:03
Sep 09, 2023•40 min•Season 2023Ep. 192
Chris Nissen of Aspen Fasteners traces amazing changes in the fastener industry during his long tenure as a family owned importer turned digital seller(1:34:57). Newsman Mike McNulty and Frank "Balboa" Devito of Brighton Best discuss the latest FDI numbers that have many sensing something unpleasant in the air, on the Fastener News Report (41:20) . John "Cool Hand" Butler rides shotgun on the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo during part 2 of his series on tapping (1:20:24). PLUS: Re...
Aug 19, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Season 2023Ep. 191
S.W. Anderson president Jim Degnan dives into his tenure at the head of the NFDA as new trends and looming technologies challenge the fastener industry (1:19:07). Baird senior analyst David Manthey joins newsman Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to evaluate the straining FDI and the rise of re-shoring (41:32). Brighton Best International regional manager George Martinez previews the upcoming Pac-West fall conference (18:36). On the Fastener Training Minute , veteran educator Carmen Vertul...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 55 min•Season 2023Ep. 190
The world approaches a precarious intersection with the advent of super AI. AFC Industries CEO Kevin Godin shares his thoughts and describes how new tech tools are already in use in the fastener industry (1:26:19). BTM Manufacturing president Jake "Valdez" Davis and Elios Coffee proprietor Dan Smith explain the mission of U-Bolt Blend coffee (16:42). Star Stainless president Tim Roberto Jr. joins newsman Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report (50:47). Fastener Professional of the Year Carmen V...
Jun 22, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Season 2023Ep. 189
Highlights and floor interviews from this year's Fastener Fair USA in Nashville. Featuring interviews by the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey with Rich Cavoto , Jen Kushnir , Jun Xu , Bob Chiricosta , Lonni Kieffer , Itzela Vasquez , Tony Martinez , GHIII , Baron Yarborough , Bernie Longen , Craig Penland , Laura Vath , Parker Jensen and many more. PLUS: Golf results and what is TBRW anyway? Run time: 01:05:39...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 2023Ep. 189
Marine Fasteners CEO Dee Ward and ERP platform founder Bob Reynolds of INxSQL Software view the fastener industry from completely different angles, and share their insights on improving customer satisfaction for continued success (1:24:18). Parker Fasteners senior manager Matt Boyd reports on the legendary Aerospace Hardware Sales Association bash and explains the mil-spec martini (14:43). On the Fastener News Report , Mike McNulty welcomes AFC Industries VP of Sales, John Kovatch to examine the...
May 14, 2023•2 hr 8 min•Season 2023Ep. 188
Like a skilled sommelier, Threaded Fasteners CEO Billy Duren uncorks The Nuts and Bolts of Leadership, a new podcast designed to inspire, instruct and inform budding leaders (1:36:26). With his nose for success in the fastener game, John "Cool Hand" Butler avoids any sediment build-up after his recent course change, and shares a pleasing pairing of aromatic announcements prompting a surprise guest to appear (16:36). Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty welcomes Martin Fastening ...
Apr 18, 2023•2 hr 24 min•Season 2023Ep. 187
As the fastener market adapts to unsettled circumstances, Endries International president and CEO Michael Knight engineers a strategy for continued growth (1:44:56). Distributors report mostly positive sales last month, as Brighton Best president Jun Xu and news editor Mike McNulty dissect the FDI (and question an iron-fisted Fed) on the Fastener News Report (58:30). Mike Robinson leads the NCFA to another year of solid trade events as he drives business for Star Stainless and trains for the nex...
Mar 16, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Season 2023Ep. 186
IFI Director of Training and senior fastener consultant, Laurence Claus describes a key challenge facing all fastener companies, the standards process, and his approach to bringing perspective to the industry (1:43:17). Great Lakes Fasteners COO Brian Potasiewicz explains his rapid climb up the fastener learning curve, and offers constructive criticism of FCH (22:18). On the Fastener News Report , Abbott-Interfast president Bob "GQ" Baer joins newsman Mike McNulty to consider mixed FDI results (...
Feb 17, 2023•2 hr 38 min•Season 2023Ep. 185
Premium locknut supplier J Lanfranco sees big opportunities appearing, as the cosmopolitan Jason Baines leads their North American push (1:47:01). Likewise, hard charger Matt Boyd is helping to guide Parker Fasteners forge ahead toward their vision of continued expansion and growth (28:28). In contrast, the FDI took a dramatic hit to close the year just ended, and this time forward looking sentiment sagged as well. Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty discusses the details with ...
Jan 17, 2023•2 hr 36 min•Season 2023Ep. 184
Like a bobsled down a frozen precipice, the fastener industry streaks to the close of another blazing fast year. Fresh off the slopes, Mr. Charlie Kerr of Kerr Lakeside discovers a vexing industry development, and shares his approach to achieving top speed on skis (1:39:54). Metric supplier Eurolink finishes the year with new beginnings, as CEO Craig Penland finds ways to expand during periods of upheaval (17:20). The FDI changes direction as strong sales push a new rally, but will it last? Seni...
Dec 15, 2022•2 hr 34 min•Season 2022Ep. 183
Selling fasteners begins by asking for the order, as Tim "Action" Jackson proved during an illustrious career in the thread game (1:30:37). Newly appointed Marine Fasteners CEO Dee Ward asks his team for their best whenever he takes the field (15:31). Fastener newsman Mike McNulty asks about the decline of the FDI with Earnest CEO Kirk Zehnder on the Fastener News Report , then explains what it takes to stay happy during all economic circumstances (47:38). Carmen Vertullo breaks new ground as he...
Nov 18, 2022•2 hr 16 min•Season 2022Ep. 182
IFE is like no other show in the fastener industry, and this year's edition seemed a lot like "the good old days" without the carpeting. The lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey took her mic to the show floor and spoke to attendees from every part of the thread biz (9:34, 1:03:52). Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty presents the Fastener News Report and fires hard at the powers that should not be (37:24). On the Fastener Training Minute , industry educator Carmen Vertullo explains...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Season 2022Ep. 181
Industry veteran Marc Strandquist announces a new mission with Sellside Group, helping fastener companies navigate the challenges of a market in flux. David Kerr of Metal Resource Solutions warns of coming price hikes on European steel. Plus: Jake "Valdez" Davis of BTM Manufacturing is quitting? Run time: 30:47
Oct 07, 2022•31 min0
Has tragedy been narrowly averted or is the supply disruption train still racing down the track, set to impact business across the country? Scanwell Logistics freight forwarding expert Chris Donnell shares his view (16:31). On the other race front, Rugged Maniac team veterans Jake "Valdez" Davis of BTM Manufacturing, Mike Robinson of Star Stainless and Brandi Bertoia of INxSQL Software recount their experience on the mud track, prefaced by Abbott-Interfast president Bob "GQ" Baer (1:38:55). Fast...
Sep 22, 2022•2 hr 32 min•Season 2022Ep. 180
The Mid-West Fastener Association annual FSTNR Week and table top show, golf tournament and lead up events were wildly successful again this year. TJ McFarland, Don "Tex" Carr, Mike Robinson, Jake "Valdez" Davis, Erica Strandquist, Bob "GQ" Baer, Kam Dorsey, Ashley Parker, Wayne "Captain Smooth" Wishnew and many more! PLUS: Golf highlights including this year's FTR Award winner. Run time: 41:14
Sep 07, 2022•41 min0
When big fastener companies acquire other big fastener companies, and people who know big fasteners talk about it, you have the makings of an aptly titled podcast. Star Stainless president, Tim Roberto Jr. discusses the recent big headlines involving the acquisition of his company by Lindfast Solutions Group (12:38). Big bearded Baron Yarborough of Birmingham Fasteners returns to weigh in and discusses the rigors of building out big new manufacturing firepower (1:24:01). On the Fastener News Rep...
Aug 19, 2022•2 hr 1 min•Season 2022Ep. 179
Strong sales and ongoing supply challenges remain the top themes as the fastener industry keeps its optimism heading into a hot summer. On the water, at the bar or while making his podcast debut, Jason Baines of J. Lanfranco makes a big splash wherever he goes (13:49). Prepping for the Rugged Maniac race ahead of FSTNR Week, TJ McFarland of Goebel Fasteners and Brandi Bertoia of INxSQL Software plan to make a splash of their own (1:47:57). NFDA president Nick Ruetz joins newsman Mike McNulty to ...
Jul 22, 2022•2 hr 19 min•Season 2022Ep. 178
The lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey hit the floor at Fastener Fair USA with mic in hand. Her interviews with show attendees reveal steady progress along with a vague yet persistent uncertainty (1:41:04). Less ambiguous, Würth Construction Services CEO Alex Mikros describes the clear path he sees while guiding his reformulated organization towards continued growth (17:18). Star Stainless Screw president, Tim Roberto Jr. joins newsman Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to review the latest ...
Jun 14, 2022•2 hr 29 min•Season 2022Ep. 177
As Brian returns from down under, and with the Detroit show just around the corner, the FDI cools and the fastener world reconsiders its supply chain. Industry veteran Preston Boyd of the Industrial Fasteners Institute describes how his organization is reaching out to distributors to reintroduce domestic suppliers (1:39:47). Scanwell Logistics senior expeditor Chris Donnell explains a wide range of pressures on imports that suggests no improvement for inbound shipments in the foreseeable future ...
May 17, 2022•2 hr 25 min•Season 2022Ep. 176
