The April 2017 edition of IPF features Special Sections on Fasteners, Adhesives & Sealants; Castings & ForgingsDies & Moulds; and Paints & Varnishes. New materials and the quest for lighter products like automobiles to increase efficiency has revolutionised fasteners and increased applications for adhesives and sealants. Castings and forgings provide the building blocks for machine tools and infrastructure, whereas dies and moulds do the same for products. Corrosion and aesthetics are taken care of by paints and varnishes. The monthly edition of IPF is what every factory needs, to stay informed.