From a Cincinnati basement invention in the 1930s to the world’s first pneumatic staplers in the 1940s, KYOCERA SENCO Industrial Tools makes fastening tools and fasteners for professional jobsites and industrial applications. The company manufactures many of its nails and staples at a 500,000-square-foot Cincinnati facility, which also serves as its global headquarters, and its products are sold in more than 40 countries. SENCO became part of KYOCERA in 2017 and is known for innovations including FUSION cordless pneumatic nailers and DURASPIN auto-feed screw systems.
MAX USA CORPFounded in 1942 as Yamada Air Industry, MAX develops industrial tools and office products, from professional fastening equipment to staplers and marking systems. The company invented the world’s first roofing nailer in 1982 and the original battery-powered rebar tying tool in 1993, while MAX USA has served North, Central and South America since its establishment in 1993. MAX products are developed in Japan and manufactured in ISO 9001- and ISO 14001-certified factories.PLAINVIEW, NY
Josef Kihlberg ABJosef Kihlberg AB traces its roots to a hardware shop opened in Hjo in 1841 and has worked from the town for more than 175 years. Since beginning in-house production in 1943, the company has built its name on durable fastening equipment for professional users, developing and making staplers and staples for industrial customers and transport packaging. Today, its 35-person operation is part of Signode Industrial Group and serves distributors worldwide.SYRACUSE, NY
STANLEY Engineered FasteningWith more than 100 years of fastening expertise, STANLEY Engineered Fastening develops fastening solutions and intelligent assembly systems for manufacturers. A Stanley Black & Decker company, it combines global engineering support with more than 2.5 million square feet of facilities worldwide and a portfolio that includes legacy brands such as Nelson, Tucker, and POP. Its systems serve demanding applications ranging from electric vehicles and aerospace to industrial production.ELYRIA, OH
Kett Tool CompanySince 1940, Kett Tool Company has been a Cincinnati manufacturer of specialty power tools for professional contractors, builders, and manufacturers. The company designs, manufactures, and assembles its tools in America, with a focus on making difficult cutting work easier for users across many industries.CINCINNATI, OH