ISSUE 104
SPRING 2026
CONTENTS >
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COMMENT >
Makita makes moves on the manufacturing market…
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STATISTICS >
Which fastener producer is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year?
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COVER PROFILE > pgb-Europe
As if a huge internal investment programme wasn’t enough, pgb-Europe has acquired GebuVolco… all within the last 15 months
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FOCUS > Digitalisation
How AI is helping tools and fasteners wholesalers work smarter
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FOCUS > Plugs, plasterboard and cavity fixings
Versatility, ease of installation and reliable load performance – we round-up a selection of plugs for the market
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FOCUS > Battery technology & smart tools
Battery sharing platform CAS reveals the 50th trade brand to join
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FOCUS >
Electric vehicle fasteners and tools, and supply chain
Manufacturers are under pressure to deliver lighter, stronger and more precisely engineered components to meet EV demands
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ADD-ON-SALES > Tapes, sprays, gloves & more
We collate high-turnover products that can boost bottom lines for merchants and distributors
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FOCUS >
WMS + ERP
Wondering how to improve the performance of your warehouse team? Find out here
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SHOW PREVIEW > Torque-Expo 2026
Key suppliers, useful seminars and networking under one roof, for one day only in Telford…
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SHOW PREVIEW >
InterSolar Europe
Munich will see global solar industry players converge to showcase innovations and discuss market trends
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SHOW REVIEW > Fastener Expo Frankfurt
There’s a new fastener show in town… how did Fastener Expo Frankfurt’s debut go?
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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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NORTH AMERICA INSIGHTS > xxxxxxxx
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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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