NEWS NOF METAL COATINGS
launches Training centre NOF METAL COATINGS GROUP says that it has launched the first Training Centre to be dedicated entirely to zinc flake anti-corrosion technology.
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ocated near to Paris (20 minutes from Paris- Roissy Charles de Gaulle airport) NOF METAL COATINGS’ training centre offers a diversified range of training, with the main aim to follow the evolution and coatings.
and DACROMET® coatings are industrially
applied by a worldwide licensee’s network. Today, more than 3,500 tonnes of fasteners are coated daily worldwide. NOF METAL COATINGS’ role is to provide markets with the best anti-corrosion technology in terms of reliability, quality and requirements. In order to match a wide range of needs expressed by its customers in relation to practical, technical, productivity and cost savings purposes, specific training sessions have been set up, including ‘Corrosion mechanisms module’, ‘Protection with zinc flake technology module’, ‘Quality control module’ and ‘Tribology module’. NOF METAL COATINGS states that the modules are intended
for all the members of the anti-corrosion lamellar zinc industry. They have been designed to fulfil the targeted needs of the licensed applicators as well as to answer specific questions from automotive, truck and fastener industries and distributors. They can also be adapted to other sectors of activity such as renewable energies or railway industry. All the programmes can be tailored to the specificities of each market. During the training, the participants can handle compounds
in a specific laboratory, use salt spray cabinets, as well as use equipment that they would normally use within their own company. They will also be able to carry out physical measurement, as well electrochemical or tribology tests.
STF announces anniversary competition winners
After celebrating a quarter of a century in business earlier in the year, Stainless Threaded Fasteners (STF) has announced the winners of its ’25 years strong’ anniversary competition.
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irst prize of an iPad 2 was awarded to Kemp’s Stainless Fasteners Ltd of Windlesham, Surrey. Second and third prizes of £250 worth of ‘Love2shop’ vouchers and a case of premier champagne were awarded to FWB of Truro
and TR Fastenings respectively. STF director and general manager, David Jackson, explained:
“STF is one of Europe’s leading distributors of stainless steel and brass fasteners. Over the years our 10,000 strong range has evolved with our customers, but the emphasis on quality and delivery has remained central to our offer. Thanks to our commitment to service, many of our customers have stayed loyal, allowing us to develop a strong UK base.” David added: “It was important for us to celebrate our landmark
anniversary of 25 years of service with a special competition. Throughout September, every single order of £250 we received was entered into our anniversary prize draw and we are thrilled to present some fabulous prizes to Kemp’s Stainless Fasteners Ltd, FWB of Truro and TR Fastenings.”
Unifast’s automatic storage system
Founded in 1985 Unifast Srl is based in Settimo Torinese near Turin, Italy, and provides efficient and cost effective technical fasteners to engineers seeking mechanical assembly solutions across a broad spectrum of industries.
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nifast manufactures quick acting fasteners and captive nuts in addition to a wide range of special products. It sees its success in re-engineering existing or obsolete parts to simplify processes, improve functionality and reduce both production times and costs. The company now employs 30 people including customer service staff, a technical engineering sales team and CAD designers.
In a bid to guarantee customers the highest quality of products and services Unifast has built a modern manufacturing facility
capable of producing and supplying consistently high quality fasteners and custom engineering components. A strong point of the company is the use of an automatic warehouse system called Silo, which has shifting trays for storage of a huge
variety of small to medium size items. Unlike more traditional automatic vertical storage systems, Unifast’s eight silos offer perfect adaptability to the needs of a warehouse and reduce picking times. Once they have the packing list the operator checks the location of the goods on the attached computer, requests them and waits for the silo to bring them down. A dedicated software program, compatible with the company’s internal system, allows handling and control while maintaining both maximum storage order and precise information. Benefits include: compactness, maximum and quick use of vertical spaces, reduced operating costs, automation of the goods in/goods out, time saving, elimination of forklift traffic, operator safety, protection from dust, and impeding unauthorised access.
Fastener + Fixing Magazine • Issue 73 January 2012
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