A Recap of Nicola Beer’s Recent Presentation at the BIAFD Autumn Conference

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A Recap of Nicola Beer’s Recent Presentation at the BIAFD Autumn Conference

Recently, our Managing Director, Nicola Beer, gave a presentation at the BIAFD Autumn Conference 2026 covering BearingNet, Fasten.it and FluidPowerNet, including what the platforms offer, the team behind them, CBAM and our upcoming User Meetings.

Whether you missed the presentation or simply want to refresh your memory, take a look through the slides below for a recap of what was discussed.

Graphic introducing Nicola Beer, Managing Director, presenting platforms and community, including BearingNet, FluidPowerNet, and Fasten.it, with a note about a BIAFD membership.
Overview of three trading platforms: BearingNet for bearings and power transmission, FluidPowerNet for hydraulics and pneumatics, and Fasten.it for fasteners and fixings. Each platform details its establishment date, number of members, inventory count, and trade-only network status.
An infographic showcasing the BearingNet website interface with highlighted statistics and a testimonial about its part number search functionality.
Overview of FluidPowerNet highlighting the significance of descriptions over part numbers in search functionality, featuring screenshots of the user interface and notes on AI-assisted search.
Screenshot of a digital platform showing the Fasten.it marketplace for fasteners, highlighting the buyer's role in posting requirements, responses from manufacturers and distributors, and the option for buyers to inquire against stock.
A promotional graphic highlighting the unique approaches of three platforms: BearingNet for part-number searches, FluidPowerNet for description-led searches, and Fasten.it for enquiries-led systems. The text emphasizes the adaptability of technology to different industries.
Group photo of a 20-member team based in Hertfordshire, describing themselves as a tech and marketing company.
Presentation slide discussing CBAM and its impact on the fastener industry, featuring a digital interface from Fasten.it.
Promotional image for Let’s Fasten.it magazine, featuring articles and stories from the fastener community, along with magazine covers and information on accessing additional magazines.
A collage showcasing various user meetings hosted by BearingNet over 20 years, with images of delegates networking, presentations, and a summary of past meeting locations and delegate numbers.
A presentation slide introducing a unique meeting format described as business speed-dating, highlighting key benefits for associations and user meetings.
Promotional graphic for the Fasten.it User Meeting in Milan on 12-13 November 2026, highlighting networking opportunities and a welcome reception with 30 delegates registered.
Promotional flyer for Fasten.it highlighting efforts to expand internationally and build communities in the UK. Offers free three-month trials and invites participation in user meetings.
Thank you message with branding for BearingNet, FluidPowerNet, and Fasten.it, inviting interaction and questions.

If you have any questions regarding our platforms, please reach out to one of the below contacts:

info@fasten.it

sales@bearingnet.net

sales@fluidpowernet.net

Source: Nicola Beer, Fasten.it, BearingNet & FluidPowerNet

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