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Episode #213 – The Mike And Jun Show

Posted on Apr 10, 2025 (Oct 30, 2025) by Eric Dudas

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 […]

Special Report: Endries CEO Michael Knight On Tariffs

Posted on Apr 4, 2025 (Oct 30, 2025) by Eric Dudas

Lots of news with tariffs. This is breaking every day now, as it turns out. Endries CEO Michael Knight reacts to the latest tariffs and shares thoughts on what they mean for the fastener industry. You’ve heard him on the podcast before, probably seen him at various shows, and seen his many posts on LinkedIn. […]

Special Report: A Canadian Perspective On Tariffs With Jason Baines

Posted on Mar 27, 2025 (Oct 30, 2025) by Eric Dudas

Canadian locknut provider J. Lanfranco Fastener Systems supplies premium fasteners to industries on both sides of the border. VP Jason Baines discusses his approach working with partners across the supply chain, shares thoughts on changing political conditions, and looks for the best in everyone involved. Run time: 22:55 — Listen to the podcast here […]

Special Report: Pac-West Spring Conference ’25

Posted on Mar 21, 2025 (Oct 30, 2025) by Eric Dudas

Pac-West Fastener Association spring conference floor interviews and coverage, including Paul Vittori, George Martinez, Darlene Collis, Carl Spackman, Michael Chen, Jake “Valdez” Davis, Christian Reich and Steve “The Sasco Man” Dunham. PLUS: Golf tourney winners. Run time: 27:42 — Listen to the podcast here Important Links Pac-West George Martinez on LinkedIn Tanner Chaffin […]

Episode #212 – The Price Of Eggs

Posted on Mar 11, 2025 (Oct 30, 2025) by Eric Dudas

The fastener industry powers ahead amid unsettling tariff news, cyber warfare and sky high egg prices. Martin Fastening Supply EVP Scott McDaniel joins newsman Mike McNulty to sift through the surprising FDI numbers on the Fastener News Report (29:22). From his new operating base in Malaysia, Würth EVP Asia-Pacific Dee Ward shares a very […]

Episode #211 – Life Of Brian

Posted on Feb 21, 2025 (Oct 30, 2025) by Eric Dudas

FTR co-host Brian Musker shares two stories from his recent adventures outside of the FCH data lab (15:32). Fastener industry guru Carmen Vertullo explains lot traceability and why you should be on good terms with your test lab (28:19). WTC Managed IT Services senior consultant Will Snyder provides an important Microsoft security tip all […]

Episode #210 – So Long Steve

Posted on Feb 12, 2025 (Oct 29, 2025) by Eric Dudas

As he rides into the sunset, Steve “The Sasco Man” Dunham stops by to take stock in a fastener career well spent (9:08). On the Fastener News Report, Mike McNulty welcomes Würth Industry USA COO Jeff Schmitt to read into sinking FDI numbers, plus major strategic announcements from Würth (35:16). Carmen Vertullo explains proper nut […]

Episode #209 – The Skidmore-Wilhelm Story

Posted on Jan 24, 2025 (Oct 29, 2025) by Eric Dudas

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. Discover simple yet effective lubricating techniques, little known but deadly hazards of improper bolt tensioning, and exclusive training opportunities during this wide reaching conversation. PLUS: Mysterious K-factor […]

Episode #208 – When We Do

Posted on Jan 17, 2025 (Oct 29, 2025) by Eric Dudas

The new fastener year begins with dramatic headlines, Fastener Technology International editor in chief Mike McNulty breaks the stories and welcomes Huyett CEO Tim O’Keeffe to look at complete 2024 FDI numbers plus the outlook for the year ahead on the Fastener News Report. EXTRA: Star Stainless president Tim Roberto Jr. explains the latest huge LSG acquisition. On the Fastener Training Minute, […]

Episode #207B – MFDA Revealed

Posted on Dec 21, 2024 (Oct 30, 2025) by Eric Dudas

‘Tis the season to reveal new fastener association officers, as industry veteran rep Robert Rundle of R.W. Rundle Associates takes the lead at the MFDA (8:36). On the Fastener Training Minute, Carmen Vertullo explains a critical aspect of plating (18:30). Plus, the next winner of the IronClad Gloves Out of The Rut contest. CHRISTMAS […]

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