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56 THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINK Lindstrom, a master distributor of specialty metric and inch fasteners, is pleased to announce the opening of a Canadian distribution center in Mississauga, Ontario. Bill Akerfeldt joins the Lindstrom team as General Manager of the new facility. The Toronto distribution center will offer the full range of Lindstrom products and services, with the added benefits of shorter lead times and lower freight costs. Lindstrom components are now in-stock and ready for immediate delivery— one more way Lindstrom is providing customers with more choice and convenience in how they source their fasteners. The opening of the new distribution center represents a significant expansion of Lindstrom’s international presence, and demonstrates its commitment to improving service in all markets. Lindstrom is a master distributor and manufacturer of specialty products, including inch and metric fasteners. Since 1983, Lindstrom has been providing distributors with value-added fastener solutions they can depend on - all from a name they can trust. With over 180,000 SKUs, Lindstrom can supply any size, quantity, or finish — even hard to-find fasteners. offering value added services like packaging, secondary processing, managed programs and technical services. Lindstrom can provide it all. For more information, contact Lindstrom’s Corporate Headquarters at 2950 100th Court NE, Blaine, MN 55449. Tel: 1-800-328-2430, Fax: 763- 780-0554, Email: sales@lindfastgrp.com or visit their new website at www.lindstromfasteners.com.

THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINK 57 Your reliable option for FORMED SPRING STEEL FASTENERS Supplying Distributors Nationwide Since 1989 U-CLIPS U-NUTS • DIRECT COMPETITOR MATCHES • MANY IN-STOCK ITEMS J-NUTS • DISCONTINUED ITEMS! • FACTORY DIRECT PRICES • SHORT LEAD TIMES • ON TIME OR B4 DELIVERY SPECIALS e-qual-fast Your e-conomical Source for qual-ity Fasteners and fast Delivery ® brand TWIN NUTS 405 Production Drive • South Elgin, Illinois 60177 FLAT NUTS Toll Free: 888-NUTS-R-US (888-688-7787) Fax: 847-695-6336 On Line: www.e-qual-fast.com E-mail: sales@e-qual-fast.com SOUTHEASTERN FASTENER ASSOCIATION PO Box 448, Elba, AL 36323 TEL 847-370-9022 FAX 847-516-6728 EMAIL sefa@thesefa.com WEB www.thesefa.com SAVE THE DATE - NEW ORLEANS STYLE! by Nancy Rich Mark your calendars now to meet in New Orleans next spring for the SEFA/SFA Joint Spring Conference - April 19-21, 2017. The groups are looking forward to joining together to create an even better event with more for all members and industry friends. With many members belonging to both associations this allows them to participate with members of SEFA and SFA together. This event will be at a great location, Astor Crown Plaza, New Orleans. The Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Quarter hotel seamlessly blends modern convenience with historic architecture. The newly renovated Astor Crowne Plaza New Orleans provides ASSOCIATION ARTICLE luxury, Four Diamond accommodations amid the beating heart of the legendary French Quarter. This upscale gem is 14 stories and still bears the storied Astor name on its façade. The final agenda is in the works but plans are underway for an Opening Reception, Industry Presentations, Golf Outing, Awards Dinner, Table Top Show and Raffles. Conference attendees will also enjoy close proximity to must-see attractions, such as French Quarter/ Bourbon Street, Harrah’s Casino, Jackson Square, the Aquarium of the Americas, the Superdome and River walk Shopping. We look forward to seeing you there. SOUTHEASTERN FASTENER ASSOCIATION