Description

FREE TO ALL IFI MEMBERS

NON MEMBERS - Early bird pricing is available for $575.  Prices increase to $675 on November 3, 2026.

WHEN: November 17, 2026

TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (ET)

INSTRUCTOR: Laurence Claus

TOPICS: Fastener Manufacturing Defects

WHERE: IFI Headquarters, 6363 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence, OH 44131, (216) 241-1482

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST & LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED

COURSE OVERVIEW:

Based on the popular “Fatigue in Fasteners” webinar, this class explores the important subject of fatigue.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Fastener fatigue, including identifying fatigue fractures
• Why fasteners fail in fatigue
• Design and manufacturing techniques to combat fatigue failure
• Workmanship and how it impacts fatigue in fasteners
• How aerospace fasteners must be carefully processed to mitigate risks

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

• Anyone in engineering, quality, purchasing or sales in the aerospace industry
• Those new to the fastener industry
• Seasoned professionals who work with fasteners