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VMI vs. Traditional Inventory Management: What OEMs Need to Know
Anthony Crawl, VP of OEM Services
03/18/2025
It’s no secret that inventory management is growing increasingly complex. Take your supply chain – the more...
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The Importance of Quality Control in Structural Fasteners
Birmingham Fastener Team
03/11/2025
When was the last time you saw structural fasteners top a list of materials needed to start a project?...
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Blue bolts for waterworks
Why Cor-Blue Stands Out Among Blue Bolts for Waterworks
Brad Porter, Engineer at Birmingham Fastener
01/15/2025
The color of your bolts may not tell you the full story of their benefits and quality. Take blue bolts, for...
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Advantages and Disadvantages of PTFE-Coated Bolts
Scott Hamilton
12/17/2024
We’ve all heard about the “Teflon” coating on the nonstick pans in our kitchens, but did you know you could...
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Waterworks pipe
6 Tips for Fastener Selection in Waterworks Projects
Lee Parker, General Manager at Birmingham Fastener
12/10/2024
Rugged waterworks applications demand high-performing fasteners and a reliable supply partner with deep...
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Fasteners on a structure
Why Using One Fastener Supplier Saves You Time and Money
Birmingham Fastener Team
12/3/2024
Sometimes more is better – like more vacation time, more dessert and more knowledge. But more suppliers?...
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A325 bolt from Birmingham Fastener
How To Prevent Common Failures of A325 Structural Bolts
Neal Gordon, General Manager at Dallas Fastener
11/26/2024
A325 structural bolts provide a strong and reliable connection between steel elements. Specifically designed...
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PROTINN purple bolts
The Groundbreaking Solution for Better Bolt Torque Loads
James Province, General Manager of Houston Fastener
11/21/2024
In a perfect world, exactly the right amount of torque would get applied to threaded fasteners every time....
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Structural bolts
Structural Bolts: Evaluating Galvanized vs. Non-Galvanized
Eric Smith, General Manager
11/5/2024
The choice between galvanized and non-galvanized structural bolts can significantly impact the long-term...
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