SPRING 2025

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6 THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINKDarLoc Corporation, of Long Grove, IL, astocking supplier of the highest quality, specialtyniche product line of Miniature and Clinch Self-Locking Nylon Insert and All-Metal Locknuts, nowoffers Automatic Screw Machine Parts to Print &a free sample kit. DarLoc supplies at competitive“commodity-like” prices, within your deliveryrequirements.DarLoc has added many different patterns oflocknuts to their product line. Most are availablefrom stock, in steel, stainless, brass, & aluminummaterials. Let us know if you have a specialmaterial requirement. We offer zinc, zinc yellow,cadmium, cadmium yellow, cadmium olive drab,& cadmium with molybdenum film lube, wax, &other platings. Chemical, Physical, & PlatingCertifications are available.Their product line now includes the followingpatterns: “1660” Miniature Hex (from #0-#4),“LH1660” All-Metal, Miniature Hex (from #2-#6),“NM107, 408, 2234” Reduced Hex (from #4 -1/4”),“ND” Spline (from #8-1/2”), “NCFMA” MiniatureClinch Flush Mounting (from #2-#10), “LHCFM”All-Metal Miniature Clinch Flush Mounting (#2-1/4”), “NKCFM” Miniature Clinch Flush Mounting,with Nylon Cap (#2-#10), and “NC” Clinch (#4-5/16”).Most patterns are available in Steel, Stainless,Brass, & Aluminum. Metric sizes are also available.Automatic Screw Machine and CNC specialparts, per your print, are also available.For a free sample kit, contact DarLoc Corporationat 5348 Red Oak Grove Drive, Long Grove, IL60047. Tel: 847-840-9467, email sales@darloc.com or visit them online at DarLoc’s new website;www.darloc.com.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *AFC Industries a leading provider ofcustomized inventory management and toolingsolutions, is proud to announce the opening ofits newest location in Monterrey, Mexico, alsoknown as the “Industrial Capital of Mexico,”on February 19, 2025. This expansion reflectsAFC’s commitment to supporting OEMs andmanufacturers in Mexico and across NorthAmerica with tailored solutions that streamlineoperations, reduce costs, and ensure supplychain excellence.The Monterrey facility will serve as a key hubfor AFC Industries de Mexico, enhancing thecompany’s ability to deliver inventory managementprograms, just-in-time (JIT) delivery, and valueaddedservices such as kitting and custompackaging. This expansion also strengthensAFC’s presence in the vibrant industrial corridorof Mexico, where automotive, aerospace, andmanufacturing sectors are thriving.“We are thrilled to establish a presence inMonterrey, a city known for its dynamic industrialgrowth and innovation,” said Antonio Ron,President of AFC Industries de México. “This newlocation allows us to be closer to our customers,understand their unique needs, and provide theexceptional service that AFC is known for. Ourgoal is to build strong, lasting partnerships withbusinesses in Mexico and help them achievesupply chain excellence.”The Monterrey location will be fully operationalby mid-February and staffed with a dedicated teamof local supply chain experts. AFC Industries deMéxico is committed to providing customizedsolutions that meet the evolving needs of itscustomers while upholding the company’s values ofreliability, responsiveness, and service excellence.AFC Industries is a leading provider of supplychain solutions, specializing in Vendor ManagedInventory (VMI), custom-engineered components,and value-added services. With a strongcommitment to streamlining operations andreducing total cost of ownership, AFC partnerswith manufacturers and assemblers across awide range of industries, serving them from over100 locations in 8 countries worldwide.For more information about AFC Industries visitthem online at www.afcind.com.