Episode #97 - Nash, Bash, Crash
Despite currency devaluations and index slumps, the fastener industry parties on. Hear what went on in Nashville at the AAFS, who topped the field at the NCFA Screw Open, and what's on tap for this year's Vegas NIFS predominantly fastener-related hootenanny. Fearless reshoring warrior, Mr. Harry Moser, explains the impact of recent moves on the Yuan on importing and domestic manufacturing (1:38:03). Andy and Gary Graham, of National Threaded Fasteners, describe how the new breed of fastener professionals uses wireless technology in their day to day roles, in the office and on the road (34:58). On the Fastener News Report, industry anchorman Mike McNulty and NFDA's Marc Strandquist break down the latest disappointing Fastener Distributor Index reading, and look for reasons to remain optimistic (1:10:57). Plus, Carmen Vertullo's Fastener Training Minute (1:32:24), association news from the FIC, and author, Tom Payne, on innovative thinking and problem solving (56:52). Bonus: The lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey has sounds from the show floor in “NashVegas”. Brian and Eric go moderate, for a change, and profile the FTR listener base. Run time: 02:12:23
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