Latest Cap screw Podcast Episodes
Episode #177 - The Other Show
Fully Threaded Radio - June 14, 2022 19:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey hit the floor at Fastener Fair USA with mic in hand. Her interviews with show attendees reveal steady progress along with a vague yet persistent uncertainty (1:41:04). Less ambiguous, Würth Construction Services CEO Alex Mikros describes the clear path he see...
Episode #176 - The Next Episode
Fully Threaded Radio - May 17, 2022 02:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAs Brian returns from down under, and with the Detroit show just around the corner, the FDI cools and the fastener world reconsiders its supply chain. Industry veteran Preston Boyd of the Industrial Fasteners Institute describes how his organization is reaching out to distributors to reintroduc...
Episode #175 - Once You're In...
Fully Threaded Radio - April 19, 2022 17:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe old adage about people not leaving the fastener industry proves true again as reluctant highway pilot Tim "Action" Jackson returns. Back from an extended RV misadventure to report on the recent Pac-West conference, he sees the industry with the eye of an outsider coming back in (1:33:50). ...
Episode #174 - Hyper Threaded
Fully Threaded Radio - March 17, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThere’s no hyperbole suggesting the fastener industry is moving at a hyperbolic rate, as world events impact supply and pricing at a dizzying pace. Star Stainless president, Tim Roberto Jr. describes “Rusty Monday”, shocking developments in the nickle and stainless markets (51:38). Counseling a ...
Episode #173 - Unchained
Fully Threaded Radio - February 17, 2022 01:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsStrong sales and demand keep optimism alive, even as distributors come to terms with the new normal of outrageous delivery schedules. Meanwhile, major shipping concerns are deploying blockchain technology to manage global supply chains, despite the fastener industry’s apparent disinterest. AFC I...
Episode #172 - Milestones
Fully Threaded Radio - January 18, 2022 21:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe new year brings continued business momentum, along with a full decade of data on which to measure it, as the Fastener Distributor Index marks its first full decade. Fastenal CFO, Holden Lewis returns to reflect on his role in the creation of the popular industry benchmark (20:36). 2022 also ...
Episode #171 - Fit Festivities
Fully Threaded Radio - December 16, 2021 23:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe fastener industry knows how to enjoy its festivities, but also how to open its heart when it counts. Jake "Valdez" Davis of BTM Manufacturing and Matt Boyd of Parker Fasteners explain their plan to make a difference (1:35:03). Desert Distribution managing partner Jo Morris looks back on a m...
Episode #170 - In All Fairness
Fully Threaded Radio - November 19, 2021 02:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe fastener industry converged on Cleveland amid ongoing supply and pricing pressures, a tight labor market and new acquisitions. Despite the challenges, Fastener Fair USA saw good attendance and an abundance of fun. Stelfast president O.J. Simpson announces a new product category and explains ...
Episode #169 - Printers & Sprinters
Fully Threaded Radio - October 21, 2021 22:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe fastener world is running at a different pace as supply issues and ongoing consolidation impact the industry. Meanwhile, questionable policy trends add further uncertainty and pressure to the mix. Fortunately, emerging technologies such as additive manufacturing offer hope of new opportuniti...
Special Report: IFE 2021
Fully Threaded Radio - September 23, 2021 21:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe 2021 International Fastener Expo surprised many with its stronger than expected attendance and upbeat feel. Direct from the scaled down show floor, the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey speaks with attendees on a wide variety of topics. Plus, results of the hotly contested golf tourney. Run ...
Episode #168 - Another Slice
Fully Threaded Radio - September 18, 2021 05:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsFastener Professional of the Year, family business operator and philanthropist Jim Derry of Field Fastener reflects on what it takes to be successful in business and in life (1:29:32). NCFA Screw Open full coverage, including this year's winner of the coveted FTR Award, Laura Vath, Dan Duffield,...
Special Report: MWFA 75th and Table Top
Fully Threaded Radio - August 25, 2021 02:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe Mid-West Fastener Association table top show, 75th anniversary black tie gala, and annual golf tournament were wildly successful. Kicked off by a pair of unofficial but equally energized events, FSTNR Week '21 was received by an enthusiastic fastener industry, ready to return to face to fac...
Episode #167 - Pass the Chips
Fully Threaded Radio - August 13, 2021 00:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsFastener industry legend and chip shot artist Mr. Robbie Gilchrist describes current market conditions, the future of the rep business, and how the NFDA found its way (18:28/1:30:25). AIM Testing Labs partner Rob LaPointe explains how hydrogen embrittlement is like an M&M (42:29). On the Fastene...
Episode #166 - The Flotilla
Fully Threaded Radio - July 17, 2021 20:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsFastener distributors rely on firmly grounded suppliers, especially in stormy seas, so it’s good to know Star Stainless Screw Company has an experienced captain at the helm. President Tim Roberto Jr. opines on the choppy overseas shipping situation, and the benefits of a good float (20:18). With...
Episode #165 - Diversions
Fully Threaded Radio - June 19, 2021 18:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsSales activity continues to boom, along with supply chain headaches, so naturally INxSQL founder Bob Reynolds and the uncancelable Joe Truckey of Cal Fasteners turn their thoughts to summer golf (1:41:19). In pursuit of another kind of diversion, EFC International sales manager Paul Musgrove off...
Episode #164 - Safe and Effective
Fully Threaded Radio - May 12, 2021 21:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIt’s safe to say Jake “Valdez” Davis of BTM Manufacturing and Bob “GQ” Baer of Abbott-Interfast have been training with varying degrees of intensity, but will their efforts prove effective during the upcoming Tough Mudder event? They compare notes on race prep, current supply chain craziness, an...
Episode #163 - Worth Hearing
Fully Threaded Radio - April 15, 2021 20:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsFrom a rural Texas workshop to the minds of fastener users around the world, technical educators Randy Lammers and Aaron Keevan share their vast knowledge on the exciting new webcast, Würth Knowing. They explain their vision for the online series, and also a few behind the scenes details, includ...
Episode #162 - Our Dinner with Charlie
Fully Threaded Radio - March 19, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsDuring a veritable banquet of fastener industry intel and commentary, Mr. Charlie Kerr of Kerr Lakeside serves up a super-sized portion of predominantly fastener-related banter. Who ordered the surcharges? (1:35:17) Brighton Best International president, Jun Xu joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener...
FTR160 Excerpt - Tough Mudder
Fully Threaded Radio - March 10, 2021 20:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsJake "Valdez" Davis of BTM Manufacturing and John "Cool Hand" Butler from The Olander Company inadvertently sign up for a grueling obstacle course race. But like the resilient industry they support, they’re sure to make a strong finish. Run time: 4:52
Episode #161 - Not Lonely
Fully Threaded Radio - February 19, 2021 01:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAs dark winter storms freeze the country, MWFA president George Hunt III plans for a heated race come summer, and ever expanding product lines for Brighton Best International (1:27:54). Expansion keeps good company as Würth Industry North America VP of Marketing, Becky McMorrow describes anothe...
Episode #160 - Strange But Good
Fully Threaded Radio - January 21, 2021 18:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe fastener industry reports booming business, while the world at large seems poised for something else. What gives? Tough guys Jake “Valdez” Davis of BTM Manufacturing and John "Cool Hand" Butler of the Olander Company attempt to solve this riddle as they take on the obstacle course that is th...
Episode #159 - Threadnosed
Fully Threaded Radio - December 17, 2020 02:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAs the year winds down, the fastener industry is buoyed with optimism, even as it faces growing market pressures and wild uncertainty. Keeping things jolly, Buckeye Fasteners manager, Larry Kelly shares the frostified back story of Old Rusty Bolt beer, the benefits of employee owned companies, a...
Episode #158 - Don't Mess with Jess
Fully Threaded Radio - November 21, 2020 21:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIf the fastener business sometimes feels like mortal combat, one group seems prepared. YFP president, Jake Glaser leads a wide ranging conversation with fellow youthful thread warriors London Penland, of Eurolink, and Young Fastener Professional of the Year, Jessi Solt, that reveals a true fight...
Episode #158 - Don't Mess w Jess
Fully Threaded Radio - November 21, 2020 21:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIf the fastener business sometimes feels like mortal combat, one group seems prepared. YFP president, Jake Glaser leads a wide ranging conversation with fellow youthful thread warriors London Penland, of Eurolink, and Young Fastener Professional of the Year, Jessi Solt, that reveals a true fight...
Special Report: Optimas CEO Marc Strandquist
Fully Threaded Radio - October 29, 2020 19:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsBold strategies and a new leadership direction for industrial fastener supplier Optimas Solutions are the topics as newly appointed CEO, Mr. Marc Strandquist discusses key points of their exciting recently announced initiative, his management approach, the Fastener Distributor Index, and success...
Episode #157 - One More Rep
Fully Threaded Radio - October 18, 2020 15:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe screw biz rebounded sooner than expected, but the customer meeting game still has a long way to go. Veteran sales pro Jackie "Kind of a Big Deal" Ventura guest-hosts a timely segment that details the current picture, as she welcomes fellow rep John "Cowboy" Wachman, and Christian Reich of G...
Episode #156 - Virtual Vegas
Fully Threaded Radio - September 22, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe one sure bet in the fastener industry is the Vegas show. But with this year’s long-odds cancellation, the FTR boys needed a way to unload their huge supply of giveaway Vegemite. They decided to set up a virtual booth anyway to see if the format could lure in any takers, and to get a reading ...
Episode #155 - Out-of-Synchness
Fully Threaded Radio - August 15, 2020 21:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThings don’t seem to fit together the way they once did, but an otherwise ripe market always seems out of whack to the inattentive. So when the circumspect Mr. Andy Cohn, of Duncan Bolt, joins news editor Mike McNulty to discuss the startling FDI results on the Fastener News Report, the ensuing ...
Episode #154 - Stay @ Home Tour
Fully Threaded Radio - July 21, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsFeeling right at home in their new roles with LindFast Solutions Group, Bernie Longen and John "OJ" Simpson explain recent developments and things to come as the fastener industry powerhouse supplier hits its stride (1:17:49). ITR Economics analyst Alex Chausovsky presents a clear, if uneven, p...
Episode #153 - Non-Standard
Fully Threaded Radio - June 18, 2020 16:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAs the “new abnormal” grinds on, industry veteran rep Rick Rudolph relies on his standard cordiality and grace to serve fastener companies in the New England region (10:41). AIM Test Labs founder Carmen Vertullo along with Eurolink vlogger London Penland explore how the market approaches ISO vs....
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