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Aug. 23, 2012

Episode #50 - The New 35

Episode #50 - The New 35
From Sparta to Los Angeles, the world depends on industrial fasteners. Industry legend, Mr. Ron Sackheim, carries the torch for the fastener industry, and shares his thoughts after a lifetime in the business during an encore conversation with hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas (59:32). Industry rock star and Stelfast president, Simmi, discusses her views on the latest FDI numbers, the role of master importers in today’s market, and the upcoming Vegas show (23:02). Plus, USA Fastener Group operations manager, Mike Weaver, explains his company’s recent expansion announcement on the Fastener News Report, with Fastener Technology International magazine editor, Mike McNulty (39:09). Brian and Eric agree it would be good if 50 was actually 35, but realize that’s as likely as 6 being 9. Run time: 01:43:16

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