The International Fastener Expo (IFE2023) is the largest B2B trade event for industrial fasteners, specialty tooling, and machinery in North America.

• 850+ Exhibitors, Including Manufacturers, Master Distributors, Material Suppliers, Industrial Products, Etc…
• More than 2,500 buyers looking for new fastener resources, fastening applications, tooling and machinery, and manufacturing solutions.
• 2 and ½ day conference format includes an all-day comprehensive track, as well as free mini 30-minutes tracks. You will hear from industry experts including your fellow peers and members of different fasteners associations on topics such as trends, maximizing sales, sustaining growth, the next wave of young professionals, selling, inspections, and much more.
• Cut traveling cost by sourcing first at SourceGlobal at the International Fastener Expo. Gain direct access to the best international fastener manufacturers from around the world including China, Taiwan, India and many more.
• Meet thousands of U.S. distributors who are actively looking to source new products and build new relationships with international factories.

Fastener Expo Special Events and Party List

International Fastener Expo Golf Tournament

Monday, October 9 | 8 AM – 12 PM | Bali Hai Golf Club

Join us for the 4th annual IFE Golf Tournament! Tee off IFE 2023 with golf, friends and fantastic prizes! Registration is required and includes lunch and two drink tickets per player.

Fastener Fundamentals – The Nuts and Bolts for Fastener Professionals

Monday, October 9 | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM | Mandalay Bay Convention Center

This one-day class will bring the basics of fasteners and beyond to industry professionals at International Fastener Expo. It includes the best of Fastener Training Institute’s Fastener Basic Training and Certified Specialist Training™ programs with instructor Carmen Vertullo.

International Fastener Expo Welcome Reception Party

Monday, October 9 | 6 – 8 PM | Daylight Pool, Mandalay Bay

Kick off the International Fastener Expo with a fun night of networking, appetizers, and drinks. All attendees are required to be 21 years of age and older and present a valid form of government issued photo ID and IFE badge. Please drop off large bags, suitcases and backpacks in your hotel room prior to the event as they are not allowed in the venue.

Hall of Fame, Young Fastener Professional Awards Ceremony

Tuesday, October 10 | 3 – 4 PM | Expo Hall Sessions Stage

Nominated by the industry, please join us in congratulating this year’s inductees of the prestigious Hall of Fame and Young Fastener Professional award winners. Reviewed and selected by the Fastener Industry Coalition, these inductees will be honored and recognized for their significant and enduring contributions to the fastener industry.