Anchor bolts and construction fasteners manufacturer Portland Bolt & Manufacturing acquired Applied Bolting Technology.

Terms were not disclosed, but Applied Bolting’s leadership, technical teams and operations will remain in Bellows Falls, VT.

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Based in Vermont, Applied Bolting manufactures Direct Tension Indicating washers (DTIs) that provide visual confirmation of bolt tension in structural connections. Used across construction, infrastructure, energy and industrial markets, the company’s patented Squirter DTIs simplify installation and inspection while improving accuracy.

“We’re excited to partner with Portland Bolt and take the next step in Applied Bolting’s journey,” Applied Bolting President John Cummings said in an April 30 news release. “Our combined capabilities will allow us to grow our footprint, expand our offerings, and continue delivering high-performance solutions to our customers.”

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Oregon-based Portland Bolt added that the acquisition supports its strategy to expand its geographic reach, boost domestic manufacturing and grow global ties in structural and industrial bolting.