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Keeping manufacturing moving
On the road, in the field, or in the air – if it moves, Applifast can help you build it stronger, more durable, and more vibration-resistant. From commercial vehicles to aircraft and heavy agricultural equipment to mining machinery, we will help you unlock efficiency in your manufacturing processes while enhancing performance and warranty in the finished product.
Trucks and trailers have to provide reliable performance over many years and hundreds of thousands of miles. From chassis and subframe assembly to cabs and trailers, our proven expertise and wide range of fasteners facilitate the manufacture, repair, and maintenance of fleets that go the extra mile.
Find out moreFrom aircraft engine manufacturing to fuselage assembly and interior fit-out, Applifast’s precision tooling technology is expertly designed to meet the stringent demands of the Aerospace Industry. Backed by deep product knowledge, we empower engineers to achieve optimal performance and reliability.
Find out moreSubjected to enormous and unpredictable forces, agricultural machinery is manufactured with strength and durability in mind. We offer a tailored approach to fastening that promotes enhanced performance over many years, as well as maximum safety for the user.
Find out moreFrom chassis and subframes to vehicle bodies, our commitment to quality manufacturing at every stage ensures buses and coaches are reliable, fuel-efficient, and quiet in operation. We work closely with manufacturers to optimize production efficiency, helping to reduce costs and minimize warranty claims.
Find out moreCanada’s extensive rail network plays a crucial role in both freight and passenger transport, demanding safety and reliability, 24/7. Applifast is trusted by manufacturers to deliver advanced fastening technologies that maximize efficiency throughout the vehicle life cycle.
Find out moreFrom fasteners to heavy-duty tools for mining equipment manufacturing and service work, our tool and fastening solutions are designed to endure extreme conditions and heavy loads, ensuring the safety and efficiency of mining operations.
Find out moreFasteners for solar applications are designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions while ensuring the secure mounting of solar panels and support structures. Precision and durability are key, and reliable fastening ensures long-term system performance and structural integrity.
Find out moreFastening systems are increasingly used in architectural applications, especially in projects where maintaining both structural integrity and aesthetic quality is essential. Their versatility supports modern design and structural performance requirements.
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We go the extra mile to source the best, most reliable fastener and tooling technology. These partnerships are based on mutual respect and trust - we evaluate all our brands to make sure they meet our exacting standards on quality, performance, and compliance as well as environment and ethics.
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FAQ
We combine expert knowledge with tried and true experiences of compliance, regulations, and standards across various industries. With a commitment to innovation and a focus on collaboration and customization, we provide tools and fasteners based on the specific application for industries including Truck & Trailer, Rail, Agriculture, Bus & Coach, Aerospace, and more.
Applifast offers a complete range of fastening solutions for trucks and trailers including premium, vibration-proof lockbolts by Huck® and a wide range of heavy-duty structural blind rivets, threaded inserts, and tooling systems designed to deliver optimal ease of installation and safe working for users. Our fasteners are suitable for use in numerous truck and trailer applications including chassis and subframe manufacturing as well as cab and body assembly, and interior upfitting.
Applifast provides a wide range of fastening technologies tailored for the Rail Industry to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of rail infrastructure. Our fasteners have proven themselves repeatedly whether used in gauge plates or insulated joints for tracking applications and diamonds or RBM frogs for crossing applications. Contact our Trusted Advisors to discuss your specific application and the best-fit fasteners for the job.
From research and development to final assembly, our Innovative Solutions enhance agriculture equipment performance and durability whether it is harvesting equipment, grain handling technology, or farm machinery such as tractors. By providing high-quality fasteners that enable equipment to function in rugged and harsh environments, downtime is minimized and reliability is maximized. Customized tooling solutions also contribute to optimal performance in the manufacturing process of agriculture equipment.
Our extensive selection of OEM fasteners and installation equipment is trusted by transit authorities, coach lines, and collision/maintenance repair centres across Canada. Special swivel heads and nose assemblies for fastener installation, tool torque audits, and T-handle drills for floor and decking applications are a few examples of our products being used every day as a vital part in the evolution of bus and coach manufacturing.
The Aerospace Industry operates under strict safety regulations and as with other industries, safety, reliability, and performance are paramount. Applifast’s tooling solutions exceed these standards, ensuring components are securely fastened which is vital for the safety of passengers, crew, and the aircraft.
We don’t just help you find the right tools and fasteners for the job – Applifast is committed to providing reliable, ongoing customer care.
We’re always here when you need us. Our comprehensive aftercare service includes troubleshooting, regular tool servicing and testing, and on-site operator training.
We go the extra mile to source the best, most reliable fastener and tooling technology for our customers.
This commitment has led to strong partnerships with industry-leading brands such as Huck®, Desoutter, AirPower, and Cleco, who trust Applifast to uphold the same values that have made them well-known names. As a result, Applifast has become synonymous with reliability, earning us the trust and loyalty of numerous industry-leading OEMs.
The principles of lean manufacturing tell us that improvement isn’t the big changes – it’s the small, consistent changes made over time.
At Applifast, it is our mission to help you uncover those opportunities – however small – that add up to big strides in the efficiency of your manufacturing operations.