Tonawanda, NY – May 28, 2010: Sherex Fastening Solutions, an industry leader in the manufacturing and distribution of blind rivet nuts announced today that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued US Patent number 7,713,011 covering the Sherex technology of its innovative rivet nut, RIV-FLOAT® with internally floating threads.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS -- Intercorp., an importer of high quality construction fasteners under the Strong-Point brand, is pleased to announced that their Chicago branch has relocated to a larger and more efficient location.

“Our quality, products and superior service will remain the same,” said Branch Manager Ken Spencer. “We have had a tremendous response to our growing product lines throughout the Mid-West and are expanding to fill the demand.”

Chandler Products (www.chandlerproducts.com) hosted an open house May 19, 2010, showcasing improvements made through the company’s recent lean manufacturing implementation processes. Project goals included lead-time reduction, on-time delivery increase, as well as putting systems in place for continuous improvements.

South Holland Metal Finishing (www.shmf.com) is proud to announce that All American Systems will represent them throughout the Mid-West, with concentration  in Iowa, Minnesota, and  Wisconsin. South Holland is a leader in the Metal Finishing Industry specializing in High Corrosion Resistant and RoHS Compliant Finishes. All American Systems is  recognized as a leading representative firm specializing in engineering support to the Fastener & Stamping Industries. We welcome Steve Urhausen, Mike Felty, and Laura Nash to our team.

Hill Fastener Corp.
Rockford, IL

Nord-Lock Inc.
Elk Grove Village, IL

Riverdale Plating & Heat Treating
Riverdale, IL

Elgin Fastener Group
Issco, Inc.
Indusco wire Rope & Fittings
Metal Resource Solutions
Supreme Screw Inc.
United Scrap Metal