--- title: Autobolt Blog --- ## Autobolt [![](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/Blog%20Template%20Files/AutoBolt-logo-no-BG-1.png)](https://www.autoboltusa.com) ### Site Navigation - [Contact Us](https://www.autoboltusa.com/contact-us/) - [Careers](https://www.autoboltusa.com/about/careers/) - [Blog](https://blog.autoboltusa.com) - [Fasteners](https://www.autoboltusa.com/fasteners/) - [Threaded & Unthreaded Fasteners](https://www.autoboltusa.com/threaded-and-unthreaded-fasteners/) - [Square Neck, Carriage, Plow, Bumper Bolts](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/square-neck-bolts/) - [Spring Center Suspension Bolts](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/spring-center-suspension-bolts/) - [Hex Flange Bolts](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/hex-flange-bolts/) - [Hex Head Cap Screws and Hex Head Bolts](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/hex-head-cap-screws-and-hex-head-bolts-screws/) - [Pan Head and Round Head Bolts](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/pan-round-head-bolts/) - [12-Point Bolts](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/12-point-bolts/) - [Six Lobe Bolts](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/six-lobe-bolts/) - [Wheel Bolts and Studs](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/wheel-bolts-and-studs/) - [Rivets and Pins](https://www.autoboltusa.com/products/rivets-and-pins/) - [Military Fasteners](https://www.autoboltusa.com/class-2-and-class-3-military-fasteners/) - [Special Products](https://www.autoboltusa.com/special-products/) - [Capabilities](https://www.autoboltusa.com/capabilities/) - [Our Initial Process](https://www.autoboltusa.com/capabilities/our-initial-process/) - [Cold Heading/High-Speed Bolt Making](https://www.autoboltusa.com/capabilities/cold-heading-high-speed-bolt-making/) - [Internal Secondary Processes](https://www.autoboltusa.com/capabilities/internal-secondary-processes/) - [External Secondary Processes](https://www.autoboltusa.com/external-secondary-processes/) - [Outside Processing](https://www.autoboltusa.com/outside-processing/) - [Industries](https://www.autoboltusa.com/industries/) - [Automotive](https://www.autoboltusa.com/industries/automotive/) - [Truck and Trailer](https://www.autoboltusa.com/truck-trailer/) - [Heavy Equipment](https://www.autoboltusa.com/industries/heavy-equipment/) - [Agriculture and Outdoor Power Equipment](https://www.autoboltusa.com/industries/agriculture-outdoor-power-equipment/) - [Military](https://www.autoboltusa.com/industries/military/) - [Industrial](https://www.autoboltusa.com/industries/industrial/) - [Customer Experience](https://www.autoboltusa.com/customer-experience/) - About - [About Auto Bolt](https://www.autoboltusa.com/about-auto-bolt/) - [Quality Assurance](https://www.autoboltusa.com/quality-assurance/) - [Careers](https://www.autoboltusa.com/about/careers/) - Resources - [Blog](https://blog.autoboltusa.com) - [Downloads](https://www.autoboltusa.com/resources/downloads/) - [Request a Quote](https://www.autoboltusa.com/request-a-quote/) # [Welcome, John Varley – Auto Bolt’s New VP of Sales & Marketing!](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/welcome-john-varley-auto-bolts-new-vp-of-sales) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![Man in a black suit and tie](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/John%20Varley-1.png)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/welcome-john-varley-auto-bolts-new-vp-of-sales)   ... [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/welcome-john-varley-auto-bolts-new-vp-of-sales) --- Topics --- # [Flywheels in Manufacturing: How They Work and Why They Matter](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/flywheels-in-manufacturing-how-they-work-and-why-they-matter) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![Red machine with belt and fly wheel](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/fly.png)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/flywheels-in-manufacturing-how-they-work-and-why-they-matter) **What Is a Flywheel?** A flywheel is a heavy, spinning disc that stores energy. Think of it like a spinning top—it keeps going because of the energy it holds. In ... [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/flywheels-in-manufacturing-how-they-work-and-why-they-matter) --- Topics --- # [Advantages of buying from a U.S. Manufacturer](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/advantages-of-buying-from-a-u.s.-manufacturer) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![American flag with white construction helmet](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/istockphoto-1188019476-2048x2048.jpg)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/advantages-of-buying-from-a-u.s.-manufacturer) Buying from U.S. manufacturers offers several advantages:   [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/advantages-of-buying-from-a-u.s.-manufacturer) --- Topics --- # [Auto Bolt Production with Formax Plus Quick Changeover](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/transforming-auto-bolt-production-efficiency-gains-from-quick-changeover-of-the-formax) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![Large Machine Orange with forming stations](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/blog%20post.png)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/transforming-auto-bolt-production-efficiency-gains-from-quick-changeover-of-the-formax) The quick changeover system of the FORMAX PLUS cold-forming machine significantly enhances efficiency in several ways: [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/transforming-auto-bolt-production-efficiency-gains-from-quick-changeover-of-the-formax) --- Topics --- # [Why You Should Choose Stainless Steel Fasteners](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/why-you-should-choose-stainless-steel-fasteners) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![stainless steel bolts](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/stainless%20(2).png)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/why-you-should-choose-stainless-steel-fasteners) When it comes to fastening materials, not all fasteners are created equal. Stainless steel fasteners stand out as the superior choice for a variety of applications, whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a ... [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/why-you-should-choose-stainless-steel-fasteners) --- Topics [Material](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/tag/material) --- # [We Proudly Run on EOS](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/running-on-eos-0) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/2023-03-23WeRunOnEOSBadge.webp)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/running-on-eos-0) ### The Starting Line: Understanding EOS First things first, let's break down what EOS is all about. Developed by Gino Wickman in his book "Traction," EOS is a comprehensive system designed to help businesses ... [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/running-on-eos-0) --- Topics [EOS](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/tag/eos) --- # [Jack Kazmierczak - Plant Manager](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/jack-kazmierczak-plant-manager) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![Man in a blue factory work jacket](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/Jack1.jpg)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/jack-kazmierczak-plant-manager)   [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/jack-kazmierczak-plant-manager) --- Topics --- # [Auto Bolt has joined the Pac-West Fastener Association](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/auto-bolt-continues-to-invest-to-better-serve-our-customers-0-0) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/PW%20blog.png)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/auto-bolt-continues-to-invest-to-better-serve-our-customers-0-0) Auto Bolt is happy to announce that we are now members of the Pac-West Fasteners Association. By joining Pac-West, we expect to increase our visibility and ... [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/auto-bolt-continues-to-invest-to-better-serve-our-customers-0-0) --- Topics --- # [Todd McRoberts VP of Sales](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/auto-bolt-welcomes-todd) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hubfs/Todd.jpg)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/auto-bolt-welcomes-todd)   Auto Bolt is excited to welcome Todd McRoberts as the Company's Vice President of Sales.  Todd will be responsible for managing our internal and external sales force as well as continuing to grow ... [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/auto-bolt-welcomes-todd) --- Topics --- # [Flow Chart - Part of the APQP Process](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/apqp-0) By [Auto Bolt](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/author/auto-bolt) [![Process Flow Chart](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/flow%20chart.png?t=1611329310248&width=860)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/apqp-0) Greetings, Since last we met, we decided to talk about FMEA’s in our next blog, but before we do that, it's important to know the steps of production ... [Read More](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/apqp-0) --- Topics [5 Core Tools](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/tag/5-core-tools) --- [All Posts](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/all) [Next](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/page/2) ### Subscribe to Blog ### Posts by Topic - [5 Core Tools (2)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/tag/5-core-tools) - [EOS (1)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/tag/eos) - [Material (1)](https://blog.autoboltusa.com/tag/material) #### Recent Posts The Auto Bolt Company 4740 Manufacturing Ave., Cleveland, OH 44135 Phone: 800.988.2658  Quote Line: 216.881.3913  Fax: 216.881.3918 ©2026 All Rights Reserved. [Privacy](https://www.autoboltusa.com/privacy-policy/)