Valley Forge has proudly manufactured both standard and custom fasteners in the mining industry for over 40 years. Our innovative solutions are manufactured in the USA including well-known technologies like the Maxbolt®- our visual load indicator in each fastener, which has long set the standard for bolted joint load-indicating solutions around the world. Our innovative ideas are directed by continuous improvement, the simplification and accuracy of the installation of fasteners, and the resulting improvement in productivity and safety for our customers. We are constantly developing new technologies to help our customers find solutions that optimize the integrity of the bolted joint. We are proud to continue our extension into the technology arena with cutting-edge upgrades to our core offerings. The RTM™ Meter Collection features wireless probes added to our SPC4® bolts that can continuously monitor fastener load in any application with industry-leading, unique features. This vigorous commitment to innovation continues to steer additions to these products with recent rollouts of a companion Android application available now on the google play store and on our site. To learn more about specific developments to our products for the mining industry or access recent case studies visit: www.vfbolts.com/mining-industry/ | Valley Forge & Bolt Mfg. Co. is a domestic manufacturer of fasteners supplying the mining industry for over 50 years. We have developed patented technologies that will completely change your way of thinking about a bolted joint. Our line of mill fasteners include the Ridgeback®, Sealing Ridgeback®, and regular liner bolts. We also have load indicating fasteners that track bolt load data visually with our Maxbolt™, electronically with our SPC4® fasteners or remote/wirelessly with our SPC4® 720R meter series.
Rema Tip Top
We help our customers prevent, reduce or repair wear caused by abrasion, corrosion or impact. REMA TIP TOP is the leading manufacturer of rubber adhesives, conveyor belt repair materials, vulcanizing equipment, sheet rubber linings, skirt rubber, chute linings, rubber, ceramic pulley lagging and high quality protective coatings and industrial rubber products for wear and corrosion protection. REMA TIP TOP provides expert factory and field installation of rubber linings, tankage corrosion linings, coating systems (including secondary containment) and wear linings.
Nord-Lock Group
In 1982, the original Nord-Lock® wedge-locking technology that safely secures bolted joints was developed. Since then, our range of innovative bolting technologies and expertise has grown to be the most comprehensive on the market, incorporating Superbolt™ mechanical tensioners, Boltight™ hydraulic tensioners and Expander® System pivot pins. Nord-Lock Group has tightened and secured billions of bolted connections in millions of applications all over the world. All our solutions are developed and manufactured in-house, ensuring they meet the highest standards in the industry. We are the first bolt-securing partner to offer a full life-cycle warranty across all its technologies. | In 1982, Nord-Lock Group developed the original Nord-Lock wedge-locking technology that safely secures bolted joints. Since then, our range of innovative bolting technologies and expertise has grown to be the most comprehensive on the market, incorporating Superbolt ™ mechanical tensioners, Boltight ™ hydraulic tensioners and Expander System ® pivot pins. Owned by Swedish investment group Latour, Nord-Lock Group is on a mission to safeguard human lives and customer investments. | Nord-Lock Group is a global leader in bolting and engineering solutions. From deep subsea to outer space, our promise to build connections that last goes beyond manufacturing the best bolting technologies. Our people are experts in the lifecycle of secure bolted joints, innovators at the forefront of digital solutions and committed to doing business with respect for people and planet. Our technology brands are all the original inventors of their respective technologies: Nord-Lock® wedge-locking washers, Superbolt® mechanical tensioners, Boltight® hydraulic tensioners and Expander® System pivot pins.
MRC Global
MRC Global is the leading global distributor of pipe, valves, fittings (PVF) and other infrastructure products and services to diversified end-markets including the mining, gas utilities, downstream, industrial and energy transition, and production and transmission infrastructure sectors. With over 100 years of experience, MRC Global has provided customers with innovative supply chain solutions, technical product expertise and a robust digital platform from a worldwide network of 216 locations including valve and engineering centers. The company’s unmatched quality assurance program offers over 250,000 SKUs from over 9,000 suppliers, simplifying the supply chain for approximately 10,000 customers. | MRC Global is a leading distributor of pipe, valve and fitting (PVF) products and services for use in industrial and energy applications. For our customers in the mining and minerals processing industries, our wide range of materials, sizes and grades are used across a variety of applications. The demanding conditions of the mining industry require a distributor that understands the importance of safety, quality, value and reliable service. We offer competitive pricing on products from leading manufacturers that are designed to handle extreme operating processes and environments, including slurry, abrasive, corrosive and wastewater applications. Mining
Miner Elastomer
⚙️ For over 40 years, Miner Elastomer Products Corporation (MEPC®) has powered the global industrial marketplace with TecsPak® thermoplastic elastomer energy management systems. Our solutions serve diverse industries: Automotive Transportation ⛏️ Mining Appliances ️ Sporting Goods & Exercise Equipment Energy Management & Shock Absorption Built to perform. Engineered to last. #MEPC #TecsPak #InnovationInMotion #EnergyManagement | Thermoplastic Elastomer Compression Spring Package TecsPak® equipped products have been proven to far outlast comparable products made of rubber, urethane, or steel – and can operate under an extremely wide temperature range. TecsPak® is relatively inert and resists exposure to dust, oils, hydraulic fluids, and gasoline. | ⛏️⚙️ Smarter Energy Management Starts with TecsPak®! At MEPC®, we power the mining industry with high-performance elastomeric solutions like TecsPak® — engineered for superior shock absorption, high load capacity, quieter operation, and a smoother ride. From e-springs to crane bumpers, our products are built to handle the toughest jobs underground and beyond. TecsPak® delivers where it matters most. #MiningSolutions #MEPC #TecsPak #ShockAbsorption #EnergyManagement #BuiltToPerform
Labris Maden ve Makina Sanayi A.S
Labris was established in Ankara in 1995 and acts as the representative and distributor for companies that are leaders in their field in many countries around the world. Labris has rapidly expanded its areas of activity and range of machinery and equipment, becoming one of Turkey’s leading companies today. Our goal at Labris is to identify our customers’ problems and needs on site, offer high-quality products tailored to these needs, provide the best pre- and post-sales service, and resolve their issues economically and in the shortest possible time.
HYTORC, Division of UNEX Corp
HYTORC makes industrial bolting safer and simpler. With 50 years of experience focused entirely on developing the highest quality industrial bolting systems, HYTORC is the most trusted name in the industry. From steel mills and mining equipment to refineries, power plants, wind turbines, and transportation vehicles, we have developed solutions for every bolting application imaginable. For custom projects, our highly experienced engineering team is at your service to design the most efficient solution for your job with simple operation and economical pricing in mind.
HEICO Fastening Systems
HEICO Fastening Systems designs and manufactures fastening products for industries that depend on proven solutions to secure critical bolted joints. HEICO’s driving focus is based on two principles: to effectively and efficiently serve our customers with quality fastening products that contribute to bolted joint integrity in the most demanding of applications. Our family of HEICO-LOCK® wedge locking washers and HEICO-TEC® tensioning products ensure the safety, accuracy and lifespan of vital bolted connections. HEICO is a 125 year old family-owned German cold-forming fastener manufacturer. IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certifications are integral to HEICO’s zero-defect manufacturing strategy. Based in Hickory, NC to serve North America. | HEICO Bolting Technologies specializes in manufacturing superior engineered fastening products for effectively securing critical bolted joints in the most demanding power generation applications. Our family of HEICO-TEC® nut and bolt tensioners and HEICO-LOCK® wedge locking washers ensures the safety, accuracy and lifespan of vital bolted connections. HEICO is a 125-year-old, family-owned cold forming manufacturer. HEICO’s North American operation and warehouse was founded in 1997. | HEICO Bolting Technologies is a 125-year-old, family-owned cold-forming fastener manufacturer that produces HEICO-LOCK® wedge lock washers and HEICO-TEC® mechanical tensioners for critical bolted joints commonly found throughout the mining industry in both machinery and moving stock. We firmly believe that the most expensive bolted joint is the one that fails! Our engineering, quality manufacturing processes and customer service can help your organization prevent issues with any bolted joint. In the US we are based in Hickory, NC with sales engineers throughout North America.