Episode #185 - Not The End
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 (51:32). Carmen Vertullo talks structural bolts, coatings and hydrogen embrittlement on the Fastener Training Minute (1:30:40). PLUS: TJ McFarland prepares for golf in Nashville while expanding market share for Goebel Fasteners (43:52). Brian and Eric have their own reasons for feeling a little off, but it's not the end of the world. Run time: 02:37:48
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Episode #209 - The Skidmore-Wilhelm Story
Skidmore-Wilhelm expert and proprietor Mr. John O'Brien and industry guru Carmen Vertullo delve deeply into the applications, uses and origins of tension bolting's most unique and essential tool. K-factor talk aplenty! Discover simple yet effective lubricating techniques, little known but …
Episode #210 - So Long Steve
Steve Dunham of Sasco Fasteners looks back at a fastener career well spent. Würth COO Jeff Schmitt joins McNulty to look at dipping FDI numbers. Fastener Training Minute: Nut lubrication on structural applications. MFDA economic meeting take away.
Episode #211 - Life of Brian
FTR co-host Brian Musker shares two stories from his recent adventures. Carmen Vertullo explains why you should be on good terms with your test lab. WTC Managed IT Services senior consultant Will Snyder provides an important Microsoft security tip. PLUS: …