Oct 30,2023 #RelentlessService in Fastener Supply Relentless is defined as showing or promising no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace. Put simply, it is never stopping doing, what you are doing. At Class C Components… Read more > Sep 23,2020 4 Things to Look for When Partnering with a Fastener Distributor The fastener. Usually there is no discernible difference in the actual fastener received from one distributor to another as long it meets the IFI Standard (Industrial Fastener Institute). Then focus… Read more > May 07,2020 Your Source for Fasteners in Minneapolis and Beyond “There is nothing I like more than sourcing fasteners!” said no one ever. To individually and repetitively source a part like a standard nut or bolt is not only incredibly… Read more > May 06,2020 Current Promotions Read more > Nov 27,2019 Class C Walks the Line I didn’t know you did that. Frequent feedback that we hear as we walk our customer’s production lines and uncover various parts that they could be sourcing through Class C… Read more > Nov 20,2019 Perks of a Wireless Warehouse and the Order Traceability It Offers The successful implementation of a VMI program for fasteners requires distributors to inventory your VMI Program stock including a wide variety of Fasteners | Abrasives | Adhesives | Cable Management… Read more > Oct 02,2019 Your Source for Safety Products Workplace safety takes precedence in any industry. Due to extreme environments, it is even more crucial for OEM’s and sub-contract manufacturers to provide a safe work environment. Part of ensuring… Read more > Sep 30,2019 What are Fasteners and What are their Types? Fasteners are used in many different types of applications for their advantageous properties which include easy installation, accessibility, weight constraints, and reusability. A fastener is a mechanical part designed and… Read more > Sep 24,2019 5 Reasons to Implement a Vendor Managed Inventory Program Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs benefit businesses at each stage of the supply chain by reducing costs associated with accounting | freight | inventory | procurement | purchasing | receiving… Read more > Sep 17,2019 ISO 9001 Certified Suppliers ISO 9001 is the international standard that sets the criteria for the requirements for certification of a company’s quality management system (QMS). Organizations use the standard to demonstrate and quantify… Read more > Jul 30,2019 Finding the Right Fastener Distributor for Your Needs Various options are available when it comes to selecting an industrial fastener for your specific application. The options include stainless steel screws, stainless steel fasteners, fasteners used in military applications,… Read more > Jun 13,2019 Industrial Adhesives and Their Benefits Our industrial adhesives specialists at Class C Components can help you source the appropriate adhesive product you need for your given application. Whether you are bonding similar or dissimilar substrates… Read more > May 30,2019 Wireless Warehouse and Order Traceability At Class C Components, we utilize a completely wireless warehouse system that almost completely eliminates order receiving, stocking, picking and packing errors and significantly reduces training time for our warehouse… Read more > Mar 22,2019 Corrective Action and Quality Assurance Protocols The corrective action process implemented with respect to improving an ISO 9001:2015 quality management system is the central factor in bringing about improvement in the system. Some companies miss the… Read more > Mar 12,2019 ISO 9001 and Quality Management System Standards ISO 9001 is the international benchmark that identifies the requirements for a quality management system (QMS). The standard is used by organizations in order to prove their capability of delivering… Read more > Feb 25,2019 Structural Adhesives vs. Traditional Bonding Applications Structural Adhesives are revolutionizing the way in which manufactures view bonding methods. In addition to cost, time, weight and aesthetic advantages, structural adhesives are successfully competing with alternate fastening solutions… Read more > Feb 07,2019 Listen to your mother, put on your coat. When you pick up a steel fastener you are most likely not actually touching the steel with which the bolt, washer or nut is made of. Rather, your fingers are… Read more > Feb 06,2019 ISO 9001 Certified Fastener Suppliers ISO 9001 is the standard worldwide in quality management systems (QMS). Various organizations utilize the standard to prove their ability to deliver reliable services and products that adhere to regulatory… Read more > Jan 31,2019 Brief Look Into the Distribution of Fasteners Fasteners are not a recent invention. These devices have existed for many centuries and play a key role in a seemingly endless number of manufacturing and construction applications. At Class… Read more > Jan 25,2019 What is a VMI Program? Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) consists of an efficient method of managing inventory and fulfilling orders. Significant collaboration between suppliers and their customers, such as distributors, OEMs, retailers, and product end… Read more > Jan 18,2019 Are you maximizing your VMI Program? WHAT IS A VENDOR MANAGED INVENTORY (VMI) PROGRAM? A Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) program is a supply chain management system in which portions of your procurement process are outsourced to… Read more > Jan 15,2019 The Benefits of Using 3M Structural Adhesive Tapes – VHB Tapes Very high bonding (VHB) tapes are constructed from an acrylic polymer material that forms a single substance. They are often used in furniture manufacturing, construction, aerospace applications, outdoor signs, and… Read more > Jan 07,2019 What are Kitting Services and the Benefits of Parts Kitting? A third-party company may be called upon to perform a service referred to as kitting. It involves gathering individual parts of a product together into a "kit," and sending that… Read more > Jan 06,2019 Wholesale Distributor of Industrial Fasteners A number of different options are available when it comes to choosing industrial fasteners for a particular application. The options include stainless steel fasteners, stainless steel screws, and fasteners applicable… Read more > Jan 02,2019 Fastener Tamper Detection Marking What are Fastener Tamper Detection Markings? Also known as torque markings, tamper detection markings provide Class C Components' customers with visual proof that their torqued down fasteners have not moved… Read more > Sep 14,2017 Class C Components Fastener Guide The Fastener Guides contain valuable information to utilize when choosing fasteners for your OEM and/or MRO applications. Let our guides be a starting point for Engineering, Product Development and training. Our… Read more > Dec 24,2014 Types of Fasteners from a Highly Capable Fastener Supplier Fasteners are components used in structures, machines, and other objects to connect elements and pieces together. They are utilized in various applications for the beneficial properties they possess, including reusability,… Read more > Dec 03,2014 The Differences to Consider in Fastener Companies Regardless of the type of manufacturing or OEM operation you run, keeping dependable suppliers and parts on hand must be a priority. Many OEMs opt for the fastest delivery or… Read more > Oct 23,2014 Fastener Coatings Related to Applications and Industry Bolts, screws, and other types of fasteners are designed to perform a particular function. Their ability to perform that function well can be impacted by the coatings used. Coatings enable… Read more > Oct 14,2014 Fastener Grades, Strengths and Materials Fasteners are devices that are used to connect two or more objects or structural elements together. These fasteners are not always permanent in nature. Often, they are used in applications… Read more > Oct 10,2014 Different Styles of Bolt and Screw Heads When it comes to fasteners, including bolt and screw head styles, there are vast array of options available for OEM and sub-contract manufacturers. In addition, for every type of fastener… Read more >