W.W. Grainger

Cromwell is a leading supplier of products used to maintain, repair and operate facilities in Europe, offering the widest choices to all industries, professions and trades. Operating from its Head Office and Global Distribution Centre based in Leicester, England, Cromwell has 2,150 staff, 54 U.K. branches and 12 international branches. In January of 2012, Cromwell was granted the distinction of a Royal Warrant as "Purveyor of Industrial Supplies to Her Majesty The Queen."

A leading distributor of tools and supplies to industrial markets in Southern Ontario and select U.S. locations.

Safety Solutions Inc. is based in Dublin, Ohio, and serves large businesses and manufacturers from the Great Lakes to the Gulf Coast through a multichannel model including a sales team, branches, Shoemobile trucks and service centers.

E&R Industrial, founded in 1969, is a distributor of metalworking and production supplies, focusing on providing companies with the right products for their applications. The company offers a diverse range of items, including maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) materials, industrial tools, safety supplies, lubricants, and office supplies. By leveraging its technical capabilities and the extensive product line available through its affiliation with Grainger, E&R Industrial aims to deliver market-leading solutions to its clients. The company emphasizes affordability and on-time delivery, ensuring that its customers can access the necessary products efficiently.

Techni-Tool is a leading provider of test equipment, tool kits, soldering supplies, ESD products, chemicals, hand tools, and more to the electronic production industry for more than 50 years. They take pride in keeping up-to-date with technology and offering the newest products available. Their products are available through their catalogs, website, and direct sales force, and 95% of all orders are shipped the same day. In 1955, Techni-Tool founder Ben Weiss was involved in a 63-year-old mail order dental company when calls started coming in from industrial companies requesting certain types of dental instruments they could not find anywhere else ­ such as fine cutting pliers, wire holders, and tweezers. By 1959, Techni-Tool was born. In 2012, Techni-Tool, and its affiliate Wassco Inc., were acquired by Grainger, North America’s leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair and operating products serving diverse businesses and institutions across the country.

Anfreixo S.A. is a prominent distributor of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies in Brazil, with a notable sales figure of approximately $37 million USD in 2011. Established in 1943, the company has built a strong customer base of over 2,000 clients across various industries, including manufacturing, steel, construction, and mining. Operating from its distribution center in Sao Paulo, Anfreixo not only provides essential MRO supplies but also offers equipment maintenance services. In addition to traditional sales, the company has embraced e-commerce, allowing clients to access a comprehensive range of products and services conveniently.

Fabory Group is a prominent European distributor specializing in fasteners and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including automotive, defense, petrochemicals, steel construction, shipbuilding, and energy. Fabory provides a comprehensive selection of fasteners, which includes standard and custom-made products tailored for specific applications, as well as C-parts for the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) market. In addition to fasteners, Fabory also offers a variety of tools and safety items, addressing various customer-specific needs across multiple sectors.

SafetyCertified offers a comprehensive online solution for managing safety programs and ensuring compliance within organizations. The company specializes in delivering training and education related to safety and risk management, catering to a wide range of industries in the United States. By streamlining safety management processes, SafetyCertified aims to enhance workplace safety and ensure adherence to compliance standards.

Alliance Energy Solutions (AES) is a multi-regional, Energy Services Company headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut. AES provides end-to-end solutions for customers, giving customers a single point of contact for an entire energy-efficient retrofit. Though focused primarily on lighting, AES also implements comprehensive conservation projects deriving additional energy savings from HVAC systems, direct digital controls, compressor upgrades, and industrial process improvements. AES has expertise in securing federal, state and local incentives, rebates and tax benefits and can arrange interest-free loans for energy savings projects.

Imperial Supplies LLC is a national distributor of maintenance and repair products, established in 1958. The company operates through a network of regional distribution centers across the United States, ensuring efficient service to its customers. Imperial Supplies specializes in a wide range of products, including fasteners, hardware, shop supplies, rivets, electrical components, lighting fixtures, fittings, air brake products, hydraulic hoses and ends, cutting tools, welding supplies, safety equipment, and chemicals. By focusing on quality and a diverse product offering, Imperial Supplies aims to meet the various needs of its clientele in the maintenance sector.

MonotaRO Co. is a Japanese e-Commerce company of industrial supply products based in Hyogo, Japan.

Asia Pacific will provide us a starting position in a large, high potential MRO market.

Acklands-Grainger continues to expand its market leadership position through a single minded focus based on understanding and satisfying the needs of their customers. They are Canada’s largest distributor of industrial, safety and fastener products. They offer their customers the convenience of a single source solution, with the largest selection of in-stock Brand-name products from the world’s top manufacturers and the largest exclusive private-label offering in the industry. Their industry best catalogue is 3600 pages and features more than 300,000 items.

Lab Safety Supply is a direct marketer and distributor of safety products.