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The fastener industry converged on Cleveland amid ongoing supply and pricing pressures, a tight labor market and new acquisitions. Despite the challenges, Fastener Fair USA saw good attendance and an abundance of fun. Stelfast president O.J. Simpson announces a new product category and explains the origin of the legendary Monkey (22:54). On the Fastener News Report, Earnest Machine CEO Kirk Zehnder joins screw biz journo Mike McNulty to break down the latest FDI reading (43:49). Industry educator Carmen Vertullo considers bolted joint tightness on the Fastener Training Minute (1:15:38). From the show floor, the lovely and talented Lynn Dempsey takes the pulse of show attendees Tom Massar, Steve Rogalla, Rich Cavoto, T.J. Munson, Heidi Volltrauer, London Penland, Chris McCaffrey, GHIII, Maryann Waltz, Bernie Longen and many more (1:25:25). BONUS DEBUT: Hall of Fame rep Marty Nolan performs his "Ode to Old Rusty Bolt" (2:12:16). Ever pragmatic, Brian and Eric discover the upside of severe port congestion. Run time: 02:15:30
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