ISSUE 070
January 2023
CONTENTS >
Navigate the magazine by using the arrows below and read the full features in this latest issue...
COMMENT >
The perils of trying to change customer behaviour to meet your objectives.
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STATISTICS >
Prices, training and products form part of our latest statistical round-up.
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PROFILE > pgb-Europe
Improved product information, personalised dashboards and more have been packed into pgb-Europe’s brand new website, designed to save time for customers.
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SHOW PREVIEW > Fastener Fair GLOBAL Exhibitor Guide
Want to make the most of your visit? We take you through some of the key exhibitors and the show itself for a hint at what to expect in March.
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FOCUS > IT services, software & e-business
A selection of software offerings and how they can bolster your business.
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FOCUS > EV fasteners and supply chain
The factors influencing electric vehicle growth and the fasteners keeping them together.
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VIEWS FROM RETAIL > On the front line
Our anonymous contributor gives us his no holds barred opinions of the market.
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FOCUS > Smart tools and battery technology
Assembly is one area that smart tools come into their own, offering error proofing and more.
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NORTH AMERICA INSIGHTS > Trade defences
It’s a no from the WTO on Section 232, but will that affect the steel business in the US?
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SHOW REVIEW > Fastener Fair Italy
Numbers, info and images from the Milan show.
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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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TORQUE DIRECTORY >
Your handy guide to distributors, suppliers and manufacturers in the industry
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