Fastener Talk

This episode of Fastener Talk brings another instalment of our 'Live from the Show' series, this time bringing you to the exhibition floor of the Taiwan International Fastener Show. Hear from several exhibitors about their take on the show, the quality and range of visitors, their thoughts and opinions on the show, as well as how it compares to previous editions. Exhibitors featured in this episode include: - Rachel Lin, Chuan Hung Precision Industry- Lucy Liu, Evereon Industries- In Wang, Chi Ning- YoYo and Gerhard Hubmann, TENZ International

In this instalment of our Live from the Show series, we bring you to the wire show which took place 13th – 17th April. Listen to the thoughts and opinions of key exhibitors about the wire show, the quality of visitors, as well as the latest innovations in the fastener machinery sector, including: - Alan Ocana, sales and new client acquisition at Dimac Srl.- Mehmet Fatih Uysal, chairman of the board at Norm Holding.- Maziyar Nesari, chief product officer and head of SaaS, Enkotec A/S.- Roberto Razza, area sales manager at Carlo Salvi SpA.- Jerry Bupp, vice president sales operations and marketing at National Machinery LLC.

In our new episode of Fastener Talk we delve into the topic of coatings and explore the critical role they play in ensuring the performance, reliability and longevity of fastening components.Editor Claire Aldridge is joined by two experts in this field, Dr. Sebastian Thau, global director, functional coatings, and Jochen Fezer, global director of electroplating products, of SurTec Group. This podcast is sponsored by Nord-Lock Group: https://www.nord-lock.com/

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In this episode of FastenerTalk, we bring you some of the highlights from the recent EISENWARENMESSE hardware fair, which took place 3rd – 6th March. Hear from key exhibitors about their latest products, innovations, and why EISENWARENMESSE is still a must attend event.

In this first instalment of our new Application Spotlight series, exploring the fastening solutions that companies have brought to various industry sectors, we discuss the reliable fastening solutions Accu provided Tandem Ventures in two of their marine conservation projects: Mission Humpback and Project Seagrass. We are joined by Matt Ogden, communications and partnerships manager at Accu, who also reveals the UK-based distributors' exciting new venture into the world of fighting robots. Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast, click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 

In this podcast we focus on the freight and raw material markets and the potential impacts for fastener companies.Firstly, there is an interview with Geoff Yates, commercial director at Espace Europe, about the current situation in sea and road freight.The second part of the podcast is a discussion with Shankhadeep Mukherjee, from CRU Group, where we chat about developments within wire rod and steel long products.Podcast DetailsEspace Europe has a full range of worldwide services, including UK and European standard and express road, sea, air, air charter and hand-carry.Website:  www.espaceglobalfreight.comMore information on how Espace can help with customs requirements: www.espaceglobalfreight.com/customsCRU Group is a business intelligence company - offering independent, reliable commodity news, market analysis, prices and consulting across mining, metals and fertilizer global markets.Website: www.crugroup.com

Shocking default values, provisional benchmarks, and demanding verification processes, Jamie McLeod of Crowe UK explains the new reality of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) report. The release of 11 legislative acts and 13 supporting documents by the European Commission, in the middle of December last year, caused a shockwave within the fastener industry and host of new questions.  In this podcast Jamie goes through the key points fastener companies need to know!

For this episode of Fastener Talk, we are joined by Graham Souter, vice-president and head of the Nord-Lock business unit for Nord-Lock Group, who discusses what total cost of ownership is, as well as how it is increasingly becoming more important. Graham highlights how engineers are considering the total cost of ownership when choosing their fastening products and how high-quality fastening solutions, such as those that Nord-Lock can provide, can result in lower costs throughout the product’s life cycle. Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header ‘Podcast’.To listen to the podcast, click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 

In this episode, we’re joined by Sven Brehler, director of engineering and innovation at TR Fastenings to discuss TR’s work in developing sustainable plastic fasteners made from 100% recycled nylon.We also discuss the company’s commitment to engineering excellence and innovation, as well as the challenges and opportunities that come with creating greener fastening solutions.From material testing to ‘real world’ applications, Sven shares insights into how TR is integrating sustainability into design and production, whilst collaborating with customers around the world.Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode we will be exploring the construction industry and some of the key trends impacting fastener and fixing companies - with a particular focus on prefabrication.To do this, we speak to Karol Pawlik, director of research and development at Klimas Wkret-met, who discusses how prefabrication is growing in certain markets across Europe and how it is quickly becoming a significant part of the construction landscape.Use this link for the latest digital version of Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/  Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode we will be delving into the topic of adhesives. How have adhesives developed over recent years? Are adhesives replacing mechanical fasteners? Does that depend on the industry they’re used in?To answer these questions we have Ricardo Soto, senior design and application engineer at Avery Dennison, who highlights the benefits of using adhesives, as well as looking at where demand for this type of bonding could increase in the future.Use this link for the latest digital version of Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/  Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode we will be exploring sustainability trends within the fastener and fixing industry and getting some first-hand accounts of how different companies are approaching the topic.To do this, we speak to Andrea Constantini, group executive vice-president at Agrati, who discusses the Group's many methods of reducing its environmental impact.We also speak to Brian Bentrim, vice-president of global sustainability at PennEngineering, about how PEM®’s mechanically attached fasteners are a more sustainable choice and how PennEngineering looks to support its customers with sustainability goals through product design and installation methods.As well as this, we speak to Sytze Dijkstra, Netherlands country manager at Simply Sustainable, about how sustainability is becoming a broad topic for companies –and how many are taking a step back to rationalise and measure what’s actually important  when it comes to sustainability.Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode we will be once again focusing on the ongoing challenges of regulations, especially when it comes to sustainability.To do this we have Bettina Mertgen, tax lawyer, certified tax advisor, certified advisor for customs and excise taxes, as well as partner at GvW Graf von Westphalen, who discusses some of the main regulations impacting companies, such as the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. Plus, much more.

In this episode of Fastener Talk Editor Claire Aldridge is joined by Project Manager Hanna Dudel-Wiese and Head of Project Management Christine Emde at Lederer GmbH to discuss more on... regulations.As the fastener industry finds itself in a situation where businesses are operating in a landscape that's becoming more and more regulated, I had the pleasure of speaking to both Hanna and Christine to discuss how the ever-changing regulation landscape is impacting the fastener industry.Use this link to read the Deloitte article mentioned in the podcast: https://fastenerandfixing.com/insight/navigating-a-regulatory-jungle/   Use this link for the digital version of the May-June issue: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine:https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode we will once again be focusing on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Regulation, better known as CBAM, which continues to be a leading topic for everyone involved in the fastener and fixing industry.As part of the podcast we chat to Jamie McLeod, director of Crowe UK’s customs and international trade team, about the latest developments within the EU CBAM and how some recently introduced simplifications could help make the process easier when confirmed.

In this episode of Fastener Talk, Content Director Will Lowry, is joined by Editor Claire Aldridge and Assistant Editor Becca England, to discuss Artificial Intelligence and how it can be used within the fastener industry.To further delve into this, we also speak to Dijam Panigrahi, GridRaster COO, who discusses what Artificial Intelligence actually is, as well as its role in the manufacturing of today.We also spoke to Lonni Kieffer, COO at SmartCert, about predictive analytics and the challenges and opportunities AI can bring if companies embrace it.Use this link for the digital version of the March-April issue: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/  Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

An always popular episode, for this podcast we focus on the freight and raw material markets and the potential impacts for fastener companies.Firstly, there is an interview with Geoff Yates, commercial director at Espace Europe, about the situation in sea and road freight over the last six months.The second part of the podcast is a discussion with Shankhadeep Mukherjee, Chetan Soni and Yuriy Vlasov, from CRU Group, where we chat about developments within wire rod and steel long products.Podcast DetailsEspace Europe has a full range of worldwide services, including UK and European standard and express road, sea, air, air charter and hand-carry.Website:  www.espaceglobalfreight.comCRU Group is a business intelligence company - offering independent, reliable commodity news, market analysis, prices and consulting across mining, metals and fertilizer global markets.Website: www.crugroup.com

As the first podcast in 2025, this industry review podcast is taking a new approach, by going more in depth into one particular topic or trend that has been noticeable in the most recent edition of Fastener + Fixing Magazine.In this episode Content Director, Will Lowry, is joined by Editor, Claire Aldridge and Assistant Editor, Becca England, to discuss the developments within the Taiwanese fastener manufacturing market. To further delve into this, we all speak to Jocelyn Hung, responsible for sales and supplies management at Vertex Precision Industrial Co Ltd, who discusses how Vertex is concentrating on precision products in order to stand out from its competitors, as well as how Taiwanese companies are investing in new technologies to stay one step ahead.Use this link for the digital version of the January-February issue: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/  Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode Editor Claire Aldridge reviews the November - December issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which happens to be our 150th issue packed full of the latest developments within the fastener and fixing industry.To celebrate our 150th issue, we take a look back at our journey over 26 years ago and it’s fair to say we’ve come a long way – becoming the leading publication for the global fastener market. We have created a timeline of our progress and some of the key points in our development and have highlighted some of the bigger, key topics within the fastener industry that have kept everybody talking over the past 150 issues.We’re also celebrating the latest developments from Eastern European fastener and fixing manufacturers with a special ‘Made in eastern Europe’ feature, which focuses on investments across Eastern Europe, as well as its underlining focus on both quality and sustainability to stay competitive in the market.The podcast also discusses our Cover Story – an exclusive interview with Nord-Lock Group’s new CEO, Daniel Westberg who became CEO in August this year. Daniel discusses the Group’s recent reorganisation period and what that means for NordLock Group’s customers.  Use this link for our interview podcast with Scott Hayfield, inside sales manager, technical, quality and engineering specialist at Fabory UK: https://fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/fastener-talk-scott-hayfield-inside-sales-manager-technical-quality-and-engineering-specialist-fabory-uk/Use this link for the digital version of the November - December issue: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/  Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register    Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.  To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

In this episode we have special interview with Scott Hayfield, inside sales manager technical, quality and engineering specialist at Fabory UK. In the podcast we discuss how Fabory UK fits in as part of the larger Fabory Group, the company’s new business strategy, as well as how it looks to support customers with key products and services, including the steps it has taken to ensure a consistent supply of high strength structural bolting assemblies according to EN 14399. Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine:https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

In this episode Editor Claire Aldridge reviews the September - October issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which features an exclusive ‘Made in Italy’ feature, as well as being our biggest issue to date! We highlight our 74 page ‘Made in Italy’ feature with articles from 42 Italian companies – both SMEs and global leaders – producing everything from high-strength bolts, automotive fasteners, screws, rivets, nails, mechanical and chemical anchors, retaining rings and washers, threaded rods and tie rods, to precision turned parts, power tools and well as machinery for every step of the fastener manufacturing process.The podcast also discusses Cover Story company Ambrovit SpA who explains how, in the era of Industry 4.0, technological innovation is transforming every sector – with logistics no exception. It also mentions other key news and developments within the fastener and fixing sector.Use this link for ‘The ongoing challenges of freight and raw materials’ podcast: https://fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/the-ongoing-challenges-of-freight-and-raw-materials/ Use this link for the digital version of the September – October issue: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register    Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

An always popular listen, in this episode we focus on the freight and raw material markets and the potential impacts for fastener companies.Firstly, there is an interview with Geoff Yates, commercial director at Espace Europe, about the situation in sea and road freight over the last 10 months.The second part of the podcast is a discussion with Shankhadeep Mukherjee, Chetan Soni and Yuriy Vlasov, from CRU Group, where we chat about developments within wire rod and steel long products.Podcast DetailsEspace Europe has a full range of worldwide services, including UK and European standard and express road, sea, air, air charter and hand-carry.Website:  www.espaceglobalfreight.comCRU Group is a business intelligence company - offering independent, reliable commodity news, market analysis, prices and consulting across mining, metals and fertilizer global markets.Website: www.crugroup.com

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the July – August issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which focuses on fastener distribution and the challenges companies are facing, especially CBAM.This includes highlighting some of the key articles that focus on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation and how companies are looking to manage the topic, as well as how the European Fastener Distributor Association is looking to support members when it comes to CBAM.The podcast also discusses Cover Story company Fastbolt Group and how it is looking to support customers, as well as pointing out some fascinating articles from PennEngineering® and KAMAX Group within the Automotive feature in Application Technology. It also mentions other key news and developments within the fastener and fixing sector.  Use this link for the ‘What is CBAM’ podcast: https://fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/what-is-cbam/Use this link for the digital version of the July – August issue: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine:https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

In this episode of Fastener Talk we have a special interview with Jamie Mcleod, senior manager and part of the customs team at Crowe UK, where we discuss the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and how it’s going to impact the fastener industry. Jamie outlines what CBAM is, what it entails, as well as the challenges that fastener companies may  face.  He also outlines the introduction of a UK CBAM and what this will mean for fastener companies working in both the EU and UK markets. 

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the May - June issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which underlines the global reach of the magazine with articles from around the world.This includes insightful pieces from the USA, Germany, Italy, UK, China and Ireland within our Insight section. There is also a special first-hand report from wire® Düsseldorf, as well as special features on heavy-duty anchors, threading, machining + secondary operations, as well as marine applications.The podcast also discusses other key news and developments within the fastener and fixing sector. Use this link for the digital version of the May issue visit: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Use this link to subscribe to Fastener + Fixing Magazine:https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

In this episode of Fastener Talk we have a  special interview with Stefan Reuss and Helmut Eisenkolb from Würth Industrie Service, where we focus on the role of automation within the company, as well as the fastener industry as a whole. Stefan Reuss is head of digital solutions and IT at  Würth Industrie Service, having joined the Würth Group over twenty years ago. Helmut Eisenkolb has been within the Würth Group for over 12 years, with various positions in Germany and Asia, before taking over the role of head logisitics for Würth Industrie Service in Germany back in 2017. Both Stefan and Helmut provide some great insight into the steps Würth Industrie Service has taken regarding automation and why it believes it is such a key topic both now and will continue to be so in the future. 

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the March - April issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which includes the exclusive Fastener Machinery Spotlight – a feature that provides a unique and exclusive insight into the key developments within the fastener machinery sector.  The podcast also focuses on the Made In India feature and how it provides a first-hand insight into the Indian fastener market and also underlines some of the key fastener manufacturers based in India.The podcast also discusses other key news and developments within the fastener and fixing sector. Use this link for the digital version of the March - April issue visit: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Use this link to subscribe to the Fastener + Fixing Newsletter: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

In this podcast I speak to Dries Paulussen, operations manager at Nedschroef Machinery, about the latest developments within the cold forming sector and the role machinery and tooling can play in making fastener production more efficient and cost effective. During the conversation we also discuss how topics such as digitisation, automation, lack of skilled labour, as well as the requirements for complex parts, will impact the sector.For more about Nedschroef Machinery visit: www.nedschroef.com

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the January issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which includes the exclusive Janus Perspective – a unique feature that brings together thought leaders from every facet of the industry, from around the world, to give us their retrospective on 2023, as well as prospects and challenges for 2024. Since the last Janus Perspective in January 2022, it has once again been a very challenging period for companies, with a multitude of challenges impacting the market, including geopolitical issues, increased energy prices, high interest rates, overstock and a slowdown in the market – making this feature a must read. The podcast also discusses other key news and developments within the fastener and fixing sector. Use this link for the digital version of the January issue visit: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Use this link to subscribe to the Fastener + Fixing Newsletter: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. 

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the November issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which includes an in-depth Made in Germany feature, an update on the requirements of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation, as well as further news and developments within the fastener and fixing sector. Read the latest edition of Fastener + Fixing Magazine: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Listen to what the current situation is within the freight and raw materials markets: https://fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/whats-the-current-situation-in-the-freight-and-raw-material-markets/Subscribe for free to the Fastener + Fixing Newsletter: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register  Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

One of our most popular podcast series, in this podcast we focus on the freight and raw material markets and the potential impacts for fastener companies.Firstly, there is an interview with Geoff Yates, commercial director at Espace Europe, about the situation in sea and road freight over the last six months. The second part of the podcast is a discussion with Shankhadeep Mukherjee and Chetan Soni, from CRU Group, where we chat about developments within wire rod and steel long products.Podcast DetailsEspace Europe has a full range of worldwide services, including UK and European standard and express road, sea, air, air charter and hand-carry.More information on the ban on Russian steel: https://www.espaceglobalfreight.com/russian-steel-ban/Website:  www.espaceglobalfreight.comCRU Group is a business intelligence company - offering independent, reliable commodity news, market analysis, prices and consulting across mining, metals and fertilizer global markets.More information on the cold heading wire index: Click HereWebsite: www.crugroup.com

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the September issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine, which includes an in-depth Made in eastern Europe feature, as well as interviews with Bossard, Hilti and EIFI, plus much more.  Use this link for the digital version of the September issue: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/ Use this link to listen to Fastener Talk interview with Johannes Wilfried Huber, senior vice-president for the diamond systems business at Hilti Group: https://fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/fastener-talk-johannes-wilfried-huber-senior-vice-president-for-the-diamond-systems-business-at-hilti-group/Use this link to subscribe to the Fastener + Fixing Newsletter: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/Register Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email:[email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'. To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

In this episode of Fastener Talk we speak to Johannes Wilfried Huber, senior vice-president for the diamond systems business at Hilti Group, as well as a member of the executive management team, about the crucial role of productivity and process improvements within the construction sector and how Hilti can provide solutions and support. Do you have something you want to talk about when it comes to fasteners? Email [email protected] and see how you can get involved with the podcast.

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the July issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and discusses a variety of topics, including the magazine's huge sustainability feature, as well as a key insight into how the upcoming CBAM regulation will impact the fastener industry.Other topics covered within the podcast include the latest acquisitions within the fastener industry, as well as a host of other exclusive interviews and features. Use this link to read the digital version of the May issue visit: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/Use this link to subscribe to the Fastener + Fixing Newsletter:https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/Account/RegisterUse this link to listen to 'The art of distribution' podcast with Jason Bader:https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/the-art-of-distribution/Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts..

In this episode of Fastener Talk we speak to Jason Bader, principle at The Distribution Team, about the world of distribution and some of the challenges and strategies involved in making sure a distribution channel is fully optimised.Jason Bader is a holistic distribution advisor who is passionate about helping business owners solve challenges, generate wealth and achieve personal goals.   He can be reached via email at [email protected] and has his own podcast – Distribution Talk – episodes of which can be found at www.distributiontalk.com and most podcast applications. 

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the May issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and discusses a variety of topics including the recent Fastener Fair Global show, the winners of the Route to Fastener Innovation Competition, the latest acquisitions within the fastener industry, as well as exclusive interviews and insightful features. Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.To read the digital version of the May issue visit: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts..

In this episode we focus on the freight and raw material markets and the potential impacts for fastener companies.Firstly, there is an interview with Geoff Yates, commercial director at Espace Europe, about the situation in sea and road freight over the last six months. The second part of the podcast is a discussion with Shankhadeep Mukherjee and Chetan Soni, from CRU Group, where we chat about developments within wire rod and steel long products.Podcast DetailsEspace Europe has a full range of worldwide services, including UK and European standard and express road, sea, air, air charter and hand-carry.Customs Declaration To-Do Guide: https://www.espaceglobalfreight.com/customs-services/Website:  www.espaceglobalfreight.comCRU Group is a business intelligence company - offering independent, reliable commodity news, market analysis, prices and consulting across mining, metals and fertilizer global markets.Website: www.crugroup.com

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the March issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and discusses a variety of topics including the latest financial reports and challenges within the nickel market, as well as the Brazilian fastener manufacturing, construction regulations, and heading and forging technology.Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.To read the digital version of the March issue visit: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

For the second time Fredrik Meuller, CEO at Nord-Lock Group, joins Fastener Talk and discusses a range of topics including sustainability, the role of regulations and requirements, challenges within the end user markets, as well as the role of innovation within Nord-Lock Group and how it plans to grow in the future. 

In this episode Content Director Will Lowry reviews the January issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and discusses a variety of topics including regulations and compliance requirements, digitisation, sustainability, as well as the Fastener Fair Global show in Stuttgart, Germany. Want to get involved with the podcast? Simply email: [email protected] with the subject header 'Podcast'.To read the digital version of the January issue visit: https://fastenerandfixing.com/latest-issue/To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

In this podcast, Will Lowry, content director and Claire Aldridge, deputy editor reviews the November edition of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and discuss a variety of topics such as sustainability, investments in European manufacturing, as well as a focus on the Italian fastener market - with exclusive insight from leading players within the sector. Have some news you want to tell us? Send an email to [email protected] or visit www.fastenerandfixing.com To listen to the podcast click the play button at the top. You can also download and listen to the podcast via the major streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

Deputy Editor Claire Aldridge speaks to Derek Barnes at Cold Forging Solutions, to discuss how cold forming has developed and why it's pivotal to provide proper training to machine setters in the fastener and fixing industry.

In this podcast, Claire Aldridge, deputy editor reviews the September edition of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and discuss a variety of topics such as European manufacturing, anti-dumping, investments in personnel, as well as the Construction Products Regulation - with exclusive insight from leading players within the sector. Have some news you want to tell us? Send an email to [email protected] or visit www.fastenerandfixing.com References: Freight and raw material podcast: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/a-update-on-freight-and-raw-material-developments/ 

Back by popular demand, we once again look at developments within the freight and raw material markets and the potential impacts for fastener companies.Firstly, there is an interview with Kelly Vasey, head of sales and marketing at Espace Europe, about the situation in sea and road freight over the last 5 months. The second part of the podcast is a discussion with Shankhadeep Mukherjee and Chris Bandmann, from CRU Group, where we chat about developments within wire rod and steel long products.Podcast DetailsEspace Europe was founded in 2000 by current MD Tony Shally and his then business partner. At that point, the company specialised in the French market, but Espace soon expanded into the rest of Europe and then further globally. The company now has  a full range of worldwide services, including UK and European standard and express road, sea, air, air charter and hand-carry.Website:  www.espaceglobalfreight.comCRU Group is a business intelligence company - offering independent, reliable commodity news, market analysis, prices and consulting across mining, metals and fertilizer global markets.Website: www.crugroup.com

In this podcast we review the July edition of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and discuss a variety of topics such as fastener distribution, anti-dumping, raw materials, inflation, freight and sustainability - with exclusive insight from leading players within the sector.Have some news you want to tell us? Send an email to [email protected] or visit www.fastenerandfixing.com

For this podcast we have an interview with Anders Karlsson, president of the European Industrial Fasteners Institute (known as EIFI). We chatted about a wide range of topics and challenges facing European fastener manufacturers, such as energy and raw material prices and the potential effects of secondary inflation; the unpredictable supply from Asia and how European fastener manufacturers can take advantage of this opportunity; as well as how the fastener industry needs to make itself greener, especially with the introduction of the CO2 tax and the push by end user customers for a sustainable supply chain.

In this episode of Fastener Talk, Content Director Will Lowry and Deputy Editor Claire Aldridge take you through the May edition of Fastener + Fixing Magazine and the latest developments within the market. Topics include the wire Düsseldorf show and the latest developments within fastener machinery. An insight into the Turkish fastener market through a special 'Made in Turkey feature', as well as exclusive interviews with Rolf Ritter, CSO M&A and business development at Bossard; Anders Karlsson, president at the European Industrial Fasteners Institute (EIFI), as well as the organisers of the Fastener Fair Italy show.References: Freight and raw material podcast: https://www.fastenerandfixing.com/podcast/what-is-happening-with-freight-and-raw-materials/

For this podcast we have two interviews both focusing on crucial topics impacting not only fastener companies, but a variety of sectors. Firstly, there is an interview with Geoff Yates, head of commercial development at Espace Europe, about the situation in sea and road freight since the beginning of the year. The second part of the podcast is a discussion with Shankhadeep Mukherjee, Chris Bandmann and Iris Speelmanns, from CRU Group, we chat about developments within wire rod and steel long products, as well as the unprecedented developments within nickel over recent weeks. DETAILSEspace Europe was founded in 2000 by current MD Tony Shally and his then business partner. At that point, the company specialised in the French market, but Espace soon expanded into the rest of Europe and then further globally. The company now has  a full range of worldwide services, including UK and European standard and express road, sea, air, air charter and hand-carry.Website:  www.espaceglobalfreight.comYouTube Link referenced in podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNVXU0rHhNw&t=8sCRU Group is a business intelligence company - offering independent, reliable commodity news, market analysis, prices and consulting across mining, metals and fertilizer global markets.Website: www.crugroup.com

In this podcast Content Director Will Lowry speaks to Jesus Herrera, general manager at Fast Trade - part of the Fontana Group, about how the company has developed since being founded in March 2020 and how it has adapted to meet the challenges of the market.