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5 Mistakes To Avoid When Selecting a Fastener Supplier
Birmingham Fastener Team
10/15/2024
A good fastener supplier is more than just a vendor that sends you products. Almost any supplier can take...
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What Should OEMs Look for in a Fastener Partner?
Anthony Crawl, VP of OEM Services
10/8/2024
Quality parts are essential for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Sure, price and turnaround time...
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8 Tips To Mitigate Fastener Supply Chain Disruptions
Birmingham Fastener Team
10/1/2024
Production and manufacturing projects can quickly come to a grinding halt without the materials you need....
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9 Questions to Ask Any VMI Partner You’re Considering
Anthony Crawl, VP of OEM Services
09/24/2024
Vendor-managed inventory (VMI) is often a great solution to ensure your business always has the parts needed...
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Using Bold Exotic Materials
Admin
07/18/2023
Unleashing the Power of Exotic Fastener Materials When it comes to fasteners, strength, durability, and...
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How to Perform a Preinstallation Verification Test on a Tension Control Bolt
Admin
04/6/2022
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How to Reapply Bolt Lubricant
Admin
11/1/2021
How to Reapply Bolt Lubricant Structural bolting components, whether uncoated or...
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ASTM A193 B7 Stud Weight Chart
Admin
09/30/2021
Houston Fastener Manufacturing is proud to offer a variety of A193 B7 studs in a variety of sizes. ASTM A193...
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A325 Bolts vs. A490: What is the Difference?
Admin
06/9/2021
ASTM A325 Bolts and A490 Bolts ASTM F3125 Grade A325 bolts and A490 bolts are two of the main types of ...
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