CERTIFIED

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ONE-DAY CLASSES FOR THE FTI CERTIFIED FASTENER SPECIALIST™ (CFS) DESIGNATION Obtain your CFS at your own pace

Understanding The Bolted Joint (CFS

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July 15, 2025 Carver Labs 1920 Cordel Ct. Ste. 101 El Cajon, CA 92020 View the CFS One-Day Classes Flyer Course Details This class provides a critical foundation about how bolts work and bolting considerations, such as torque recommendations, technical information, and optimum tightening torque values for specific applications. How tight is right? Or what is the proper torque for this bolt? These are the most common questions when it comes to installing threaded fasteners. But they are the wrong questions. Engineers and fastener users need to know how much TENSION is needed in the joint. Without that information torque is meaningless. This CFS fastener training program will teach you how to properly determine the best tightening strategy for any given fastener CURRICULUM INCLUDES • Bolted Joint Terminology – talk like a pro! • Fastener Standards related to bolted joints • Bolted Joint Torque - Tension Testing • Understanding Torque - Angle • Coatings and K- Factor Calculations • Hands-on Bolting Experiments • The minimum you should know about Structural Bolts • Calculating general torque values • Accessing an automated resource for determining complete technical information on bolted joints • Determining the optimum tightening torque values for specific applications • Learning why tension in bolts and screws is more critical than the applied torque in making a joint secure • Understanding how a Skidmore Tester provides different information than a torque wrench • Discover how Grade 8 bolts stretch when tightened - acting like springs which keep assemblies together WHO SHOULD ATTEND One-day CFS classes are best for those wanting to spread out training rather than completing an accelerated format through Fastener Training Week. The series of seven CFS classes/plant tours can be taken in any order. Given the advanced technical nature of this program, it is highly recommended that participants have at least two years of experience in fastener sales, purchasing, manufacturing or quality assurance OR have completed FTI’s three-part Product Training Program, available through our Online Learning Library. BONUSES! Monday, July 14: Fastener Specifications and Terminology (CFS 1): If you missed this class in May, it will be held again Monday, July 14. And, if you attended the course, you are welcome to take it again at no cost with your Understanding the Bolted Joint (CFS 2) registration. Wednesday, July 16: Infrastructure Fastening and Structural Bolting Technology: This is a must have class for anyone buying, selling, specifying or installing any kind of structural or building fastening. Take the class and Understanding the Bolted Joint (CFS 2) is FREE! Please note: each participant is REQUIRED to bring a calculator. If you have any questions please contact Jo Morris. REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES • A full day of training in a small-group environment • Training materials to take back to work • Continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments • A certificate of completion with eligibility for the Certified Fastener Specialist™ designation CERTIFIED FASTENER SPECIALIST™ GRADUATES Need a refresher? Subject to availability, CFS graduates receive a 50% discounted registration fee for this or any single day CFS class. Contact FTI for details. PRICING INFORMATION (per person) General Rate: $549 Association Rate: $449 (NFDA, IFI, MWFA, NCFA, SFA) Pac-West Rate: $439 (Pac-West members, please contact Amy Nijjar for coupon code) All prices increase by $100 two weeks prior to class “The CFS program drastically shortened my learning curve regarding fastener specifications. Each instructor was very knowledgeable and infused the lesson topics with real world examples. CFS is a great program taught by excellent instructors.” – Certified Fastener Specialist™ Attendee Cancellations and Refunds Cancellations and requests for refunds must be made in writing no later than two weeks before the start of class and are subject to a $350 processing fee. Individuals will receive a written confirmation of cancellation from Fastener Training Institute. All no-shows will be invoiced for full registration fees. The Fastener Training Institute reserves the right to change instructors or cancel seminars and cannot be held responsible for costs incurred other than the registration fee.