Culver City, Calif. – May 16, 2011 – DISC-LOCK International recently attended the WasteExpo 2011 Conference and Exhibition in Dallas, Texas.

            Entering its 43rd year, WasteExpo is North America’s largest solid waste and recycling tradeshow serving both the private and public sectors. With more than 565 Exhibitors, WasteExpo showcases exciting opportunities for companies in the waste industry market and brings waste industry leaders together.

            “This conference is compelling because it enables us to come in contact with people and companies for which our DISC-LOCK vibration-proof fastening systems are fitting,” said Alistair McKinlay, Chairman of DISC-LOCK International. “Our DISC-LOCK Safety Wheel Nut is used on an assortment of waste industry vehicles to eliminate wheel loss incidents,” added McKinlay.

            “Visitors to WasteExpo know the exhibit hall is the place where they can find quality suppliers such as DISC-LOCK to help them solve problems,” said Greg White, Vice President of DISC-LOCK. “Opportunities for networking abound and featuring our complete line of vibration and shock-proof fasteners in addition to our Safety Wheel Nut is an important way for us to grow sales,” added White.

            DISC-LOCK vibration-proof fasteners can be used in several areas of the waste industry market including, but not limited to; wheels, truck frames and truck bodies. The distinguishing feature of the DISC-LOCK fastening systems that set them apart from conventional fasteners, revolves around the patented cam-action of the DISC-LOCK nut along with the free-spinning characteristic of the nut. 

            DISC-LOCK International, headquartered in Culver City, Calif., manufactures a complete range of safety fastening solutions for transportation, industry and the military including trucks, trailers, buses and wind turbines and towers. DISC-LOCK products include; Safety Wheel Nut, Vibration Proof Locking Nut, Truck Frame Fastening System, Rail Car Fastening System, Armor Fastening System, Shear Wrench, Tension Control Bolt, Hex Head Bolt and Locking Washers. Established in 1980, DISC-LOCK International distributes to all 50 states in the U.S. and 31 countries worldwide. DISC-LOCK is a minority-owned business.

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