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It's a veritable deluge of fastener industry insight as Mike McNulty's Fastener News Report covers the Grainger / Fabory deal, including insider observations by BB&T Capital Markets analyst, Holden Lewis (15:17). Russ Doran, of Timberline Fasteners, describes the industry from the Rocky Mountain region point of view, and previews the upcoming Pac-West fall conference (38:35). Industry sage, Bruce Darling, wraps up his summary of market conditions in the second of a two part series (64:47). Plus, Beacon Fasteners and Components quality manager, Jerry Stoczanskyj, discusses his recent elevation to three ASME standards committees (34:13). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas welcome title sponsor, Stelfast, and think there should be a replacement for the descriptor flash mob. They also explain the stormy demise of a mislaid and moistened iPhone. Run time: 01:40:18

There is no deficit of fastener wisdom as Bruce Darling of Porteous Fastener Company (35:49) and NFDA vice president, Jay Queenin (25:17), join hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas. Plus, Computer Insights CEO, Denny Cowhey, describes the genesis of his Business Edge ERP platform (60:39). Mike McNulty's Fastener News Report notes some positive trends for the industry, and laments egregious federal spending habits (15:57). Brian and Eric talk Twitter and consider the intelligence of IE users, while they solemnly hope for government change. Run time: (01:38:58)

Who is bullish on wind energy, and who is regrouping after a run through the proverbial mill? Are there holes in the supply chain after the collapse of Heads? Is LIFO going away? Dokka Fasteners CEO, Marc Strandquist (43:43), and Rob Lucas of Fidelis Fasteners (65:26) join hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas and share their perspectives. Mike McNulty's Fastener News Report discusses the chapter 11 filing of Cardinal Fastener, along with the latest industry headlines (15:13). BB&T Capital Markets analyst, Holden Lewis, presents a snapshot of current industrial trends and offers his insights on the wind market (28:25). In the most long winded edition to date, Brian and Eric contemplate fastener flash mobs and the blue screen of death, tilting at windmills through a fastener industry blow torch of their own design. Run time: 01:40:58

Beacon Fasteners & Components operations chief, Joe Peplinski, is back from Asia with his read on operating conditions and details of a new product line (30:38). Pam Berry and Lou Aderman describe WIFI, the new organization for women in the fastener biz (50:31). Fastener Tech '11 attendees and organizers, including Matt Ulrich, Andy Cohn, Jackie Ventura and Mark Klosek offer comments from the show floor (22:47). Mike McNulty's Fastener News Report is focused on fasteners, as always, despite the surrounding mayhem of the industry's top regional show (10:11). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas consider the new IP version that will soon support the Internet, then turn their attentions to their upcoming muskie hunt. Will Eric's thumb recover in time to bag the next trophy? Run time: 01:29:56

What does the end of HTI portend for the fastener industry? How will the market be impacted now that its assets have been sold? Which recent trade event made the largest splash? FTR welcomes PFC executive vice president, Bob Porteous (58:50), and incognito industry blogger, Traveling Salesman (36:27), as they discuss these and other questions. Mike McNulty, of Fastener Technology International Magazine, presents the Fastener News Report and tells which categories of jobs are at greatest risk of elimination (17:02). Plus, the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey interviews show attendees from the floor of the Branson show (28:41). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas invite listeners to Tweet more often, and ponder the true identity of a very familiar sounding voice. Run time: 01:31:31

Heads and Threads founding family member and former XL Screw CEO, Ron Sackheim, shares his story along with thoughts on the end of HTI (46:00). American Fastener Journal publisher, Mike McGuire, offers his comments as the Columbus Show ends its 30 year run (31:30). Mike McNulty presents the Fastener News Report, and gives analysis of the troubles in Detroit (12:05). Plus, a report from the site of the second Mel Kirsner Memorial Golf Tournament tells the story of another victory for a legendary west coast golf team (22:44). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas develop their legal parlance as they delve into the equestrian side of bankruptcy proceedings. Brian heads to Branson, leaving Eric to tend the server farm. Run time: 01:26:31

As the clock ticks toward an uncertain fiscal future, the fastener industry surges ahead. Who is expanding to meet whatever the future might bring? What's the best thing distributors can do to protect margins? Who is gunning for the title currently held by Team Porteous? Listen in as John Gaudette of Metric & Multistandard Components (34:55), Jim Derry of Field Fastener Supply (53:05) and Holden Lewis of BB&T Capital Markets (22:29) offer their views on these and other subjects. Mike McNulty presents the Fastener News Report and unveils his plan to offset runaway government spending (12:48). Plus, hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas consider stashing gold bars and discover a new reality now that they can be tracked by their iPhones. Run time: (01:23:08)

American manufacturing is the lifeblood of the country, despite perceptions to the contrary. Joe Greenslade of the IFI and Harry Moser of the Reshoring Initiative offer their thoughts on buying domestic (46:16). Russ Mellott of Activant Solutions speaks on the software giant’s recent acquisition announcement (30:35), and Janice Ceresa of Anixter describes the latest goings on with the industry’s most widely subscribed LinkedIn group (36:17). Fastener Technology International editor, Mike McNulty, brings on the headlines, including more information about Heads and Threads (16:43). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas discover yet another exotic brew, and remain fearless despite the specter of lurking aquatic birds. Run time: 01:22:30

Fastener events take center stage as the spring meeting and show season begins in full force. Brighton-Best sales VP, Steve Andrasik (53:08), incoming NFDA president, Matt Ulrich (34:51), and North Coast Fastener Association president, Kelly Hommel (26:28), join hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas to discuss their events and invite industry participation. Mike McNulty’s Fastener News Report features a summary of industry developments, and includes thoughts on the disasters in Japan, and also the disastrous Chevy Volt (14:31). Mr. Musker reports on fastener distribution “down under”, while avoiding screeching kookaburra and fruit bats. Meanwhile, Eric tries to keep things moving along with mixed success. Run time: 01:18:48

Further thoughts on the situation at Heads, Pac-West spring meeting details, and other insights from Andy Cohn, of Duncan Bolt (30:48). Perspectives from the front lines of the fastener industry with fastener blogger Andy Pels, of ScrewCrew.com (56:22). Mike McNulty's Fastener News Report with notes on ITW, Stuttgart show wrap up, and more (11:17). Plus, Nancy Rich of the MWFA invites the industry to FastenerTech '11 (24:15). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas celebrate one year in the online fastener talk radio business with their usual semi-fastener related commentary, and observe the ongoing trend towards world domination by smart phones and robots. Run time: 01:36:32