ISSUE 100
Q4 2025
CONTENTS >
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COMMENT >
Will AI be the catalyst to accelerate digital transformation in the fastener business?
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STATISTICS >
How much did MKT spend on its new production building in Weilerbach?
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FOCUS > Rivets, rivet tools and rivet technology
Tools that drive efficiency across a range of different applications
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FOCUS > Plugs, plasterboard and cavity fixings
A right fix: anchors and more from JCP, H&C & CELO
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FOCUS > IT services, software and e-business
Using digital to solve manufacturer and stockist challenges
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FOCUS > Sustainability
CBAM, EU Taxonomy Regulation, sustainability hires and… saving CO2 through trade shows?
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INTERVIEW >
We speak with Optimas’ Head of Sustainability, Julia Anukam
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SPOTLIGHT > FORGEFIX’S NEW HQ
Forgefix’s new facility in Sheffield has been named a Centre of Excellence by the Builders Merchants Federation
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FORWARD FEATURES >
Got products and services to tell the industry about? Start planning your coverage here
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TORQUE DIRECTORY >
Your handy guide to distributors, suppliers and manufacturers in the industry
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TORQUE DIRECTORY >
Your handy guide to distributors, suppliers and manufacturers in the industry
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FOCUS > Inspection & Quality
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COMMENT > Supply chain optimisation
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SHOW PREVIEW > TiTE Show
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OPINION > Building Digitisation
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FORWARD FEATURES >
Plan your 2023 coverage.
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COMMENT > MOELLER
CLICK-LOC® Self Locking Technology takes off
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FORWARD FEATURES >
Plan your 2022 coverage
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