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We hear about libraries that are “innovative”, but what does that really entail? What is library innovation? What makes a library innovative? Can one characteristic or initiative make a library innovative? To find the answers to these questions, tune in to episode four of the Princh Library Lounge! In this episode our host, Marc Lapointe, is joined by Maxine Bleiweis and Bill Derry, two experts in library innovation.
The fastener industry converged at the rock hall of fame recently, and it was no mistake, although there was some confusion about the ground transportation. Jammin' Jake Davis of BTM Manufacturing and Brighton Best’s Rosa Hearn share their experiences from Fastener Fair USA (1:28:25). The lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey joined Brian as they traveled to Costa Rica for the NFDA 50th anniversary conference, and they returned with more than tan lines (15:27). R. W. Baird analyst, David Manthey explains the latest rockin’ FDI numbers (1:02:40). Industry expert, Carmen Vertullo, presents the final installment of his series on torque wrenches on the Fastener Training Minute (1:20:43). Plus, a mosh pit of industry interviews featuring Gary Cravens, Janet Winkleman, Hans Fuller, Bill Derry, Dave Audia, Kameron Dorsey and more. Bonus: Find out who won the EFC Les Paul guitar! Brian and Eric get their licks in as they host the fastener industry’s loudest podcast. Run time: 02:31:11
Fastener industry leaders Bruce Wheeler, of Star Stainless, Bill Derry, of Field Fastener, and Adam Pratt, of Sherex Fastening Solutions appeared together during a panel discussion at the recent International Fastener Expo in Las Vegas. FTR was there, and we are honored to share this wide ranging discussion as the podcast season finale. Plus, latest FDI reading, the Chevy Bolt, and ITR’s key leading indicators. Run time: 01:19:17
During a landmark podcast that will stand as a historic marker of many lives in fastening, industry pro jocks Jake Davis, of BTM Manufacturing, and Baron “Best Beard” Yarborough, of Spring Bolt and Nut, join in for the annual Vegas show round up (1:20:32). Fellow luxury resort connoisseur, Bill Akerfeldt of Lindstrom comments on recent price increases as well as accommodations at the show (31:01). Würth EVP Marc Strandquist evaluates FDI numbers with industry anchor, Mike McNulty, on the Fastener News Report (48:12). Continuing his recent marathon of fastener show seminars, Carmen Vertullo presents an extended Fastener Training Minute, addressing ROCAP testing for structural bolts (1:11:30). Plus, the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey with interviews aplenty from the show floor. BONUS: What does industry legend, Bill Unferth, have to say about Bill Derry’s naughty side...? (2:05:42) Brian and Eric compare notes on spending time in the FCH booth (mostly) for another year. Run time: 02:13:29
The fastener industry continues to surge, as its key index remains well into expansionary territory for the seventh month running. Fastener Distributor Index co-creator, Holden Lewis, discusses the success of the monthly benchmark, and also his new position as CFO at Fastenal (1:14:11). Field Fastener president, Bill Derry shares his philosophy and formula for success upon his induction into the Fastener Industry Hall of Fame (21:27). Fastener Technology International editor Mike McNulty presents the Fastener News Report with guest commentator Dan Zehnder, of Trinity Logistics Corporation (47:28). Emerald Expositions show organizer Courtney Harold previews the 2017 fastener show, newly renamed the International Fastener Expo (36:35). Bonus redux: WIFI co-founder, Pam Berry reports from the “inner sanctum” during NIFS 2012 (1:59:16). Also, industry consultant Carmen Vertullo talks thread strength during the Fastener Training Minute (1:07:21). Brian and Eric announce the release of the new “Screwgle” FCH search interface. They also note the troubles many people are enduring in the aftermath of back to back tragedies, and suggest listeners rise to the occasion. Run time: 02:04:45