Fastener

Training

Institute® Full-

Day Workshop

at IFE

Sponsored by Star Stainless

Fastener Platings, Coatings and

Corrosion

Monday, September 15, 2025 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV This is the perfect time to invest in your professional development. Increase your fastener knowledge during this full-day, fact-filled workshop presented by the Fastener Training Institute and taught by Carmen Vertullo, owner and founder of Carver Labs and highly experienced instructor. Course Overview Industries spend billions of dollars fighting corrosion – but fasteners present a special challenge. Choosing the right materials and finishes to combat corrosion in fasteners is essential. There are several strategies to employ - and for suppliers, manufacturers or fastener users - it is essential to know all options. This full day training, at the International Fastener Expo, explores and explains each strategy and equips students with the knowledge to make the right decisions for corrosion prevention. TOPICS INCLUDE • Platings, coatings, finishes and surface treatments including zinc plating, hot dip galvanizing, dip spin, mechanical zinc, black oxide, cadmium and more • Fastener finish standards - ASTM, ISO, automotive, military, and aerospace • Tests used for corrosion resistance capability and coating thickness • Controlling risks when plating fasteners - hydrogen embrittlement, torque-tension, thread fit and drive fit • Stainless steel fasteners - when they are the best choice, the only choice or a bad choice • Other materials that combat corrosion – Monel, type 3 Steel, copper alloys, super alloys, aluminum and plastic • The K factor - why it is the most important consideration when selecting a corrosion fighting strategy • Passivation – it seems simple, but it is not • What’s new in fastener finish technology WHO SHOULD ATTEND This fastener training program is technical, and standards based, but is suitable for all levels of experience in the fastener industry. PRICING Register early! The early rate to attend the course is $399. The cost will increase to $499 on September 2, 2025. The registration fee includes a full day of training in a small group environment, continental breakfast and materials to take back to the workplace. REGISTRATION Use promo code Training50%off to save 50% on International Fastener Expo registration. During registration, sign-up for this full-day workshop! ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR Carmen Vertullo has been involved with fastener training for over 30 years and has consulted on jobs sites for more than 20 years - solving hundreds of structural bolting problems. He is a recent recipient of three Fastener Industry Awards: NFDA 2023 Fastener Professional of the Year, IFE 2024 Fastener Hall of Fame, and IFI 2025 Soaring Eagle Service. He is the founder and owner of Carver Labs, a Fastener Testing Laboratory in San Diego, CA. CANCELLATIONS Cancellations must be made in writing. 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.