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API and ERP -- What You Need to Know

If you've ever researched ERP software, you've encountered the acronym API. You may have read that APIs are essential to external data access. This is certainly a true statement. However, if you have questions as to why this is true, let's begin by asking the following:

What is API and what does it mean to ERP?

An Application Program Interface (API) defines the way software and external programs interact. In Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), APIs are necessary to ensuring that the ERP application data is accessible to other programs. 

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The Fastener Fix March 2017

Fastening Systems Engineered For Performance™

THE FASTENER FIX

MS/NAS Products

Sherex Fastening Solutions offers full lines of NAS and MS rivet nuts for the aerospace, military, defense, and general industrial markets; meeting NAS 1329, NAS 1330, and MS27130 standards.

Flat Head and Countersunk Head styles are available as open or closed ended, keyed or keyless styles, in sizes ranging from #4 to 1/2". All styles are available in alloy steel, aluminum, 430 stainless steel, 316 stainless steel, and brass.

Sherex Akron Facility

Sherex produces all of our NAS/MS products and many other standard and custom parts in our AS9100 and ISO 9001:2008 certified production plant, located in Akron, Ohio (CAGE Codes 7EK30 and 4JQL4). With a minimum order quantity of only 100 pieces, a lead time of 8 weeks or less on rivet nuts, a wide range of equipment, and our world class engineering and sales support, Sherex Akron can facilitate the design and production of thousands of unique NAS/MS fasteners, screw machine parts, and custom fasteners for all kinds of applications, all while offering customers the best possible fastening solutions at the lowest total installed cost.

Sherex Sponsors Collegiate Support Program for Foster Youth

Sherex Fastening Solutions has sponsored an IDEA Project at the University of Kentucky focused on helping and supporting foster youth to pursue a higher education. "Sherex's support for the University of Kentucky's project will fund new strategies to support foster youth at UKY and on other U.S. college campuses", said Brad Mazon, Director of Fundraising and Advancement at IDEA. "Thanks to Sherex and to Sherex President Adam Pratt for your leadership on this!"

Advance Components Celebrates 45 Years With Free Shipping

Advance Components is celebrating 45 years of distributing excellence by offering customers free shipping when purchasing from the Advance online store. All products online are in-stock and ready for same day shipping.

“We invite all of our customers to celebrate our anniversary with extra savings at the Advance online store,” says Advance president Gary Cravens. “This is a fast and easy way to buy in-stock products with the click of a button.”

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ArmorGalv

A Message From SPIROL International

I wanted to let you know about a new coating that we are introducing for our products that is poised to be one of the most revolutionary changes of the year for the fastener industry.  The coating, called “ArmorGalv®”, surpasses 1,000 hours of corrosion protection and unlike other platings or coatings, the vapor process coats all surfaces of the product uniformly – even recessed surfaces!  This means that hollow parts receive full coverage within the ID of the part which is a major advantage over other finish options.  Furthermore, ArmorGalv will not flake or peel as the coating is diffused into the surface of the part, and there is no risk of hydrogen embrittlement. There are many more features and benefits included in the White Paper attached below:

http://www.spirol.com/library/whitepapers/Features_and_Benefits_of_ArmorGalv_Thermal_Zinc_Diffusion_us.pdf

While we will eventually offer this coating for all of our product lines, we are initially rolling this out for our Tubular Products (roll-formed Spacers, Compression Limiters, Dowels and Bushings).

If you are interested in learning more about ArmorGalv, or if you are currently working on a project requiring joining and assembly and would like my assistance, please feel free to give me a call!

Regards,

Michael S. Lentini | National Distribution Sales Manager | SPIROL International
30 Rock Ave. | Danielson | CT | 06238
Phone: 860.774.8571 Ext. 4457 | Fax: 860.774.2048 | Email: [email protected]

Top 10 Tips For Wave Springs -Tip 6-10

TOP 10 TIPS For Wave Springs

              

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Cable Tie Express Announces Three Promotions

New President, COO, and National Sales & Marketing Manager Reflect Recent Growth and Position CTE for Continued Success

Cable Tie Express, a Master Distributor of cable ties, heat shrink tubing, wire connectors, mounting bases, and associated wire management products since 1995, recently announced several organizational promotions which support the Company's growth and commitment to superior quality products, solutions, and services.

Cable Tie Express Founder Char Cooper announced these changes and promotions effective January 2017:
  • Ty Whitacre promoted to President: Ty has served with Cable Tie Express for one year as Director of Business Development. His background is customer-focused with long-term executive positions in the medical, HVAC, and industrial marketplaces.
  • Doug Andrews promoted to Chief Operations Officer (COO): Doug is a long-term employee at Cable Tie Express, leading the day-to-day operations and supporting the continued growth of sales in North America.
  • Jason Burton promoted to National Sales & Marketing Manager: Jason has been with Cable Tie Express for five years, with responsibility as Inside Sales Manager prior to his recent promotion. Jason leads the Company's National Sales force of Independent Representatives and the Inside Sales and Customer Service Representatives.
Founder Char Cooper commented, "With the continuing goal of providing our customers the highest quality products and unparalleled service levels nationwide, the recent promotions enhance our position as a leading supplier in the marketplace. Ty's broad-based and successful background, Doug's continued dedication to the growth of Cable Tie Express for nearly two decades, and Jason's proven talents from the sales perspective are the perfect combination to lead Cable Tie Express to an enduring, strong, and successful future."
 

Cable Tie Express is located in Noblesville, IN with additional warehouse locations in Crestview, FL; Dallas, TX; Brea, CA; Seattle, WA; and Danbury, CT. Be a part of the Cable Tie Express experience by contacting the new leadership team or a customer service representative at 1-888-603-1233,  [email protected], or  www.cabletieexpress.com.

Beacon Fasteners & Components Announces Applied Design & Fastening Solutions as Rep

Beacon Fasteners and Components is thrilled to announce Tony Van Hoozer of Applied Design & Fastening Solutions as a manufacturers’ representative for Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, and Southern Illinois.

“With 44 years of industry knowledge and expertise, Tony will be a great liaison to our Midwest customer base and a valuable asset to our team,” said Kameron Dorsey, National Sales Manager at Beacon.  “He shares our customer-driven principles and focus on servicing our customers, and we look forward to growing and strengthening these partnerships together.”

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Top 10 Tips For Wave Springs

 

TOP 10 TIPS For Wave Springs



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Intercorp Publishes New Product and Submittal Catalogs

A Message from Intercorp

ORANGE, CALIFORNIA -- Intercorp., an importer and master distributor of high-performance construction fasteners under the Strong-Point® brand, is pleased to announce the release of their new product and submittal catalogs. Featuring more than 500 items, these catalogs are complete resource guides for Strong-Point® construction fasteners.

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HOLO-KROME & FULLER – STOCK IN SEATTLE WASHINGTON

Check out this blog post from Pac-West member Hans Fuller, with Fuller Metric. Read more.

The Advance Store Is Open

Advance Components has launched a newly redesigned website and online store. Read More 

The Advance Components Store is Open!

A Message From Advance Components

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Three weeks in China and Taiwan – Only two plane rides but 12 trains…

Check out this blog post from Pac-West member Hans Fuller, with Fuller Metric.

http://fullerfasteners.com/three-weeks-in-china-and-taiwan-only-two-plane-rides-but-12-trains/

Sara Vasicek Joins Advance Components as Regional Sales Manager

A Message From Advance Components 

Contact: Pam Berry                  
[email protected] 

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EFC Adds To The Roster

A Message From EFC International 

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI – June 22, 2016. In a continued drive for growth, commitment to customers and supply partnership excellence, EFC International announces the addition of Teresa Amman, Supply Chain Director. Teresa will be responsible for successfully developing procurement and logistic strategies collaborating with suppliers and EFC’s Purchasing, Sourcing, Logistics, Warehouse and Quality departments who will also report to her.  

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Intercorp to be Featured in an Upcoming Episode of Innovations, Exploring Recent Advancements in Building Solutions

A Press Release From Intercorp

DMG Productions educates on the latest breakthroughs in fastening solutions.

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EFC International Appoints New Strategic Position

A Press Release From EFC International

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI – May 26, 2016. In a continued drive for growth, commitment to customers and supply partnership excellence, EFC International announces the addition of Mike Massengill as Plastics Design/Application Engineer.  Reporting directly to Dave Pfeifer, Director of New Business Development, Mike will be responsible for collaborating with EFC’s sales engineers, customers, and suppliers to drive growth with innovative key products. 

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Rotor Clip receives NTN President's Award

Rotor Clip was recently awarded the 2015 President's Award from NTN Driveshaft, Columbus, Indiana.

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Rotor Clip Announces Ring-A-Majig Contest Winners

Last month Rotor Clip picked 5 finalists for the Ring-A-Majig contest. On May 1st, after presenting their inventions, the winners were announced.

Three teams from East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, were crowned the winners of the 2016 Rotor Clip "Ring-A-Majig" contest, which challenged students pursuing technical courses of study to use retaining rings in original product designs.

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Fastener Industry Leader Inducted Into Hall of Fame; Young Fastener Professional Gets Industry Recognition

A Message From the National Industrial Fastener & Mill Expo

 

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