Despite shifting tariff pronouncements, the fastener industry records another strong month as Brighton Best International president Jun Xu joins newsman Mike McNulty explain on the Fastener News Report (28:33). Meanwhile, Rick Perkhaus of Fastener Specialties Manufacturing confronts an issue facing many small to mid-sized family operations (8:37). On the Fastener Training Minute, industry guru Carmen Vertullo discusses the fine points of mixing small lots when sending parts for plating (1:07:19). Brian and Eric note an attractive aspect of European fastener shows. Musical cameo @ 1:04:55 The Meters – “Doodle-Oop” 1971. Run time: 01:16:20
Brighton Best president Jun Xu and senior newsman Mike McNulty explain strong FDI results amid tariff confusion. Fastener Specialties Manufacturing owner Rick Perkhaus wrestles with an exit plan. Carmen Vertullo: mixing small lots when plating. Plus: Harpo the fastener parrot is back?