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#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…

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Bolts-on-Rail

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…

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Your Source for Fasteners in Minneapolis and Beyond

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…

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Class C Walks the Line

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…

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Wireless Warehouse and the Order Traceability

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…

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Safety Products

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…

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General Fasteners

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…

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Vendor Managed Inventory Program | Class C Components

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…

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ISO 9001 Folder Close Up | Class C Components

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…

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Hand Holding Lag Bolt | Fastener Distribution | Class C Components

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,…

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Industrial Adhesives | Class C Components

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…

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Wireless Warehouse | Class C Components

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…

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Corrective Action and Quality Assurance Protocols

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…

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Quality Management System Standards

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…

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Structural Adhesive In Use Hold L Bracket to Fiberglass | Class C Components

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…

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Hands hold black coated nuts and bolts

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…

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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…

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Chrome Plated Nuts and Bolts | Class C Components

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…

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Delivery Van and Class C Components Logo | Class C Components

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…

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Inventory Management Graphic | Class C Components

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…

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3M VHB Tape | 3M Scotch Weld | Industrial Worker | Class C Components

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…

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Kit of various fasteners | Class C Components

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…

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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…

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2 Plated bolts and washers with intact red fastener tamper detection markings | Class C Components

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…

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Fastener Guides

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…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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