Las Vegas Fastener Expo Exceeds 2009 Numbers and Still Growing
Merger with IFE Brings More Machinery & Tooling Companies to Show
Mill Supplies Added to Product Lineup
Most Comprehensive Conference Program Ever Offered
Stay at Mandalay Bay for Less
Expo Overview –
The 14th Annual National Industrial Fastener Show/West scheduled for November 8-10, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada USA has already exceeded 2009 exhibit space sales and continues growing, reports Susan A. Hurley, Show Manager.
“We have already sold 651 booths to 528 companies from throughout the USA and 13 other countries worldwide including Belgium, Canada, China, India, Israel, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Spain, The Netherlands, Taiwan and United Kingdom (as reported August 17th). This puts us 5% ahead of last year’s numbers and we are seeing other encouraging signs that our industry is recovering. We have contracted with over 60 new and returning companies which were not with us in 2009. We are anticipating up to 700 booths and more than 550 exhibiting companies by show time”, informs Ms. Hurley.
Three Shows in One –
“Our merger with the International Fastener Exposition (IFE) has caused us to greatly expand our already well established Machinery & Tooling section to accommodate member companies of the International Fastener Machinery & Suppliers Association (IFMSA) and other makers of fastener machinery, components, manufacturing systems, controls and support services, materials, accessories, tooling and supplies from around the world”, say Jim Bannister and Mike McGuire, General Partners. “Industry veterans Ray and Doug Zirkle are marketing and selling the Show to their contacts throughout North America, Asia and Europe. We are excited about having the entire industry represented under one roof. It is a natural to bring this all together and it responds to the need to reduce the number of fastener trade shows in the U.S. Our event is the only exhibition in North America to include machinery and tooling for the design and manufacture of fasteners and formed parts”, add Jim and Mike.
“We are also experiencing increased interest from manufacturers of mill supplies such as abrasives, air tools, cutting tools, drills, hand tools, plant maintenance and safety supplies. We are welcoming these suppliers to our event. Having these lines in the Show will be of interest to today’s multi-line distributors who carry such items in addition to fasteners”, reasons Show Manager Hurley.
A complete list of exhibiting companies can be viewed at www.fastenershows.com. Click on West Show, then Exhibitors.
Information & Education – More Than Ever Before -
This year’s Show includes the most comprehensive educational program ever offered. The conference features topics of vital, current interest to fastener distributors, manufacturers, sales reps and others. On Monday, November 8th the Fastener Training Institute is presenting an all-day Fastening Technology Workshop as well as two half-day programs on “Print Reading for Fastener Industry Professionals” and “Solid Modeling and Computer Aided Design for Fasteners and Assembly Components”. Other meetings and programs include: a “Mergers and Acquisitions Roundtable” moderated by Ross Shell, CEO, Red Idea Partners; “DFARS: What You Don’t Know Could Hurt You” presented by the National Fastener Distributors Association (NFDA); an all-day meeting of the Fastener Industry Finance, Treasury, Credit & Controllers presented by the Fastener Industry Financial Group Network and the Business Credit Management Association; and a meeting of the newly-formed Women in the Fastener Industry (WIFI) group chaired by Mary Lou Aderman, President, The Aderman Company, Inc.
On Tuesday, November 9th there will be a meeting and reception for members and invited guests of the International Fastener Machinery & Suppliers Association (IFMSA) beginning at 4:00 p.m. The ASME B18 Standards Committee meetings will be held at the Tuscany Suites & Casino in Las Vegas on Thursday and Friday, November 11-12. Complete information and registration for all of these events can be found at www.fastenershows.com.
New this year! There will be a Fastener Information & Education Center set up as a mini-theater on the exhibit hall floor where Show visitors can hear the latest information on : “Understanding and Dealing with the Asian Marketplace” presented by Rob Lucas, Fidelis Fasteners; “Using Social Media to Build Your Business” presented by Eric Dudas, FastenersClearingHouse.com; “Technical Knowledge Policies as a Risk Management Tool presented by Carmen Vertulo, Simply Better, Inc.; and “Understanding Machine Rebuilding” presented by Jim Flanagan, Reed Machinery, Inc. The programs will be offered at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 9th only. Complimentary admission to these sessions will be by badge only and seating will be limited.
Stay at Mandalay Bay for Less – But Hurry!
The Show is offering special “Early Bird” rates as low as $109/night at Mandalay Bay. “We are delighted to offer our exhibitors and Show visitors the opportunity to stay where all the action is and save considerable time and money by not taking taxis back and forth to other hotels. Now, everyone can enjoy the luxury and amenities of our 4-Star headquarters hotel at bargain prices”, informs Show Manager, Susan Hurley. The special rates are only available for a limited time and rooms are expected to sell-out quickly. Don’t miss this special opportunity. Make your reservations at Mandalay Bay TODAY! Phone the hotel’s toll-free number at 877-632-7000 and ask for the special National Industrial Fastener Show rate. Rooms can also be reserved on the Show’s website at www.fastenershows.com. Click on West Show, Hotel Reservations, Online Reservations.
Party Time! –
The always popular and well attended Welcome Reception will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, November 8. This gala event sponsored by Show Management is open free-of-charge to all registered Show exhibitors and attendees wearing a badge. As usual, the reception will feature complimentary drinks and plenty of tasty hors d’oeuvres. Be there for this industry mixer “where networking is King”.
Show Time! –
The exhibition will be open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 9th and 9::00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10th. The expo is NOT open on conference day, Monday, November 8th.
Save Time and Money. Register Online Now! -
Online registration is available at www.fastenershows.com. Save time and money by registering online today!
More Info -
Contact Susan Hurley or Denise Hill at the National Industrial Fastener Show, telephone (614) 895-1279, email info@fastenershows.com or visit the Show’s website at www.fastenershows.com.
See you at “North America’s Largest Fastener Expo” November 8-10 in Las Vegas!
