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Commerce published final results of the 2023-2024 antidumping administrative review of certain steel nails from Malaysia. A correction to these results followed in July 2026.
Source US Department of Commerce (Federal Register)
Original date 14 May 2026
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Tool manufacturer MAX announced a rebranded framing coil nailer line and a new CN890F3 model. Coil nailers of this class are used in timber packaging and pallet assembly; specifications are the manufacturer's own.
Fastening manufacturer BeA set out a new generation of its nailing and stapling tools, describing changes to handling and output. Performance claims are the manufacturer's own; BeA tools are widely used in timber packaging assembly.
UFP Packaging announced a crate range designed to be assembled without nail guns, which the company links to reducing pneumatic-tool injury risk in packing operations. Fastening method and safety benefits are described by the manufacturer.
Viking Engineering announces a partnership with Delta to offer automated block-pallet nailing systems in North America under the Viking by Delta name. Performance and market statements are attributed to the manufacturer.
German fastener maker Prebena published a technical report on automated manufacturing in its fastener production, covering how nail and staple output is automated. Process detail is the company's own account.
World Steel Association reported crude steel production across 70 reporting countries fell 4.6% year on year in November 2025.
World Steel Association reported crude steel production across 70 reporting countries fell 1.6% year on year in September 2025.
World Steel Association projected broadly flat global steel demand in 2025 and modest growth in 2026, relevant context for wire and fastener inputs.
BeA announced a cordless long-belt and coil fastening tool for timber construction and industrial packaging; performance claims are the manufacturer’s.
Paslode published a manufacturer campaign covering its nail and screw range for professional timber fastening applications.
BeA introduced the autotec Skater Vario base for industrial stapling and nailing tools, including applications in production packaging.
