FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 12/1/2020
S.W. Anderson Company Acquires OEM Fastening
Systems
S.W. Anderson Company, a
specialty and class C component distributor, has acquired OEM Fastening
Systems, a specialty fastener distributor in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
"We're excited to welcome
the OEM Fastening Systems employees to the S.W. Anderson family" stated
Jim Degnan, President of S.W. Anderson. "OEM's reputation in the southeast
U.S. as a customer-focused product expert aligns closely with S.W. Anderson's
value proposition. We look forward to working with our new team members to
extend our products and services to OEM’s customer base. "
Tom Smith, President and Owner
of OEM Fastening Systems, said "combining our reputation for excellent
products and services with S.W. Anderson's manufacturer relationships and
knowledge base will give OEM customers a powerful partner — one with local,
personalized service, and high-tech products from international manufacturers.”
OEM Fastening Systems was
started in 1969 as a specialty fastener distributor. OEM assists design and
manufacturing engineers in the automotive, appliance, outdoor power equipment,
and other markets with fasteners, tooling, and tooling repairs.
Founded in 1926 and
headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, S.W. Anderson Company supplies
specialty and standard fasteners, hardware, slides, and manufacturing
components for the industrial manufacturing market. The company provides
services to tier manufacturers and OEMs in automotive, commercial vehicle,
consumer goods, aerospace, and food & beverage industries, amongst others
and has seven sales offices/distribution centers with over 35 technical sales
professionals throughout the US.
Visit us at www.swaco.com or
call 1-800-323-8462
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