New Albany, Ohio USA…….February 4, 2008

National Industrial Fastener Show/East Set For May 20-21 in Columbus, Ohio: Big City Business at Small-Town Prices

The National Industrial Fastener Show/East is all set for its 28^th annual run May 20-21 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center…right back where it began in 1981.

The latest exhibit count includes 130 booths and 116 companies from throughout the USA and four foreign countries including Canada, China, Taiwan and the United Arab Emirates. Show Management expects the number of exhibits to reach 200. “We are currently experiencing brisk activity with new contracts and inquiries being received on a daily basis”, reports Susan A. Hurley, Show Manager.

“Exhibitors are pleased that we are back in the friendly confines of Columbus. They enjoy the relaxed atmosphere here, along with the cost-saving right-to-work rules at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Exhibitors and Show visitors both benefit from the affordable dining, entertainment and lodging costs found in Columbus. Everything is less expensive in Columbus, but nothing is sacrificed. Columbus is conveniently and strategically located in the heart of the vital Midwest marketplace and within 600 miles of two-thirds of the nation’s population. We think of it as Big City Business at Small-Town Prices”, says Ms. Hurley. 

Activities get underway on Tuesday, May 20 with an all-day “Fastener Specifications & Terminology Workshop” being sponsored by the Los Angeles Fastener Association (LAFA). The Western Association of Fastener Distributors (WAFD) is presenting a compelling program on “US/Asian Fastener Market Trends and Update” from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Complete information and registration fees for these conference programs can be found on the Show web site at www.fastenershows.com.

The always-popular and well attended Gala Welcoming Reception will be held from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Tuesday evening in Ballroom 1 of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The usual array of delicious hors d’ oeuvres and choice of beverages will be offered free-of-charge to all Show visitors and exhibitors wearing their badge.

The one day expo will be open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Wednesday, May 21.

Sponsoring organizations include International Fastener Machinery & Suppliers Association, Los Angeles Fastener Association, Mid-Atlantic Fastener Distributors Association, National Fastener Distributors Association, New England Fastener Distributors Association, North Coast Fastener Association, Southeastern Fastener Association, Southwest Fastener Association and Western Association of Fastener Distributors.

Hotels offering special discounted rates for the Show include: Crowne Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown ($139 single/double), telephone 1-800-338-4462; Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Convention Center ($117 single/$127 double), telephone (614) 221-7008; Hyatt Regency Columbus ($149 “Grand Bed”), telephone (614) 463-1234. Simply request the special National Industrial Fastener Show rate when making your reservation. All of these hotels are directly connected to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and offer a full range of guest services.

A complete listing of exhibiting companies as well as other detailed Show information and a registration form can be found at www.fastenershows.com. “We encourage Show visitors to register on-line using the web site. It is easy, fast and secure”, says Show Manager Hurley.

For additional information contact National Industrial Fastener Show/East, telephone (614) 895-1279, email info@fastenershows.com or visit the Show web site at www.fastenershows.com.