Episode #190 - For Shore
S.W. Anderson president Jim Dagnan dives into his tenure at the head of the NFDA as new trends and new technologies challenge the fastener industry (1:19:07). Baird senior analyst David Manthey joins newsman Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report to evaluate the straining FDI and the rise of re-shoring (41:32). Brighton Best International regional manager George Martinez previews the upcoming Pac-West fall conference (18:36). On the Fastener Training Minute, veteran educator Carmen Vertullo launches a new series on thread tapping (1:11:04). PLUS: IFE manager Morgan Wilson talks golf and this year's Vegas show (32:46). Brian off-shores himself while Eric warns against drinking the water. Run time: 01:54:45
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