Fastenal Co.

Fastenal Co. is a wholesale distributor of industrial and construction supplies headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, founded in 1967 in the United States. The company’s core business centers on fasteners such as bolts, nuts, screws, studs, and related washers, which are used in manufactured products, construction projects, and maintenance and repair operations. Beyond fasteners, Fastenal Co. offers a broad range of industrial and construction materials, including safety equipment and services, tools, cutting tools, material handling products, janitorial items, electrical components, and general maintenance supplies. Fastenal Co. serves a diversified customer base spanning manufacturing, non-residential construction, maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), transportation, energy, agriculture, and government entities. It operates through an extensive network of branches, onsite locations, distribution centers, and industrial vending solutions that integrate directly into customer facilities to support inventory management and supply chain efficiency. Today, Fastenal Co. plays a significant role in the industrial distribution market by acting as a one-stop partner for businesses seeking reliable access to mission-critical components and consumable supplies.