WÌ_rth Industry North America

What WÌ_rth Industry North America does

Würth Industry North America (WINA) is the North American operating arm of the Würth Group, a German family-owned conglomerate founded in 1945 and the self-described world market leader in industrial distribution. The company runs a multi-module platform anchored on its proprietary CPS (C-Parts Solutions) suite, combining Vendor Managed Inventory, Kanban replenishment, automated vending, kitting and sub-assembly, RFID/barcoded tracking, and on-site ORSY rack systems, alongside an A2LA-accredited testing laboratory and Supplier Quality Engineering function (CPS EQS).

The product portfolio spans standard and specialty fasteners, engineered parts, structural and stainless-steel fasteners, military-specification fasteners, MRO supplies, and Personal Protective Equipment, augmented by engineering assistance (CPS TECH, CAD services), 3D printing services via Markforged and other OEM partners, and integrated third-party logistics. WINA serves OEMs and industrial operators across manufacturing, energy (oil & gas / power generation), construction, transportation, heavy equipment, recreation, military, and agriculture, with named customers including a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier and submarine builder, an RV manufacturer, an oil drill manufacturer, and a power-substation manufacturer.

WINA operates from more than 110 branches across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, plus a Brazil presence, and combines direct field enterprise sales with regional channel brands (Würth Snider, Adams, Service Supply, Revcar, Timberline, Marine Fasteners, House of Threads, Oliver H. Van Horn, Northern Safety & Industrial, among others). Revenue is generated through transactional industrial distribution and managed-services contracts tied to CPS deployments; pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The business is wholly owned by the privately held Würth Group; no external funding or PE backing is indicated in the available data.

Name

WÌ_rth Industry North America

Legal name

Würth Industry USA

Website

https://wurthindustry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Würth Industry North America is the North American arm of the Würth Group, distributing fasteners, MRO supplies, and PPE through 110+ branches while running its proprietary CPS inventory-management platform (VMI, Kanban, vending) for industrial OEMs across manufacturing, energy, military, and heavy equipment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Distribution & Supply Chain Solutions

NAICS

Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423840), Metal Service Centers and Other Metal Merchant Wholesalers (423510)

SIC

Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial MRO Supplies for Vehicle/Equipment Workshops (Bearings, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fasteners) (TLAKAOAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial & Facility Maintenance (MRO) Cleaning Supplies Distribution (CRAOAGAJ), PPE, Safety & Infection Control Supplies Distribution (JanSan-adjacent) (CRAOAGAK)

Keywords

• Industrial fasteners
• MRO supplies
• Vendor managed inventory
• Supply chain solutions
• PPE distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Brooklyn Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Industrial Distribution - Fasteners: Distribution of standard fasteners, specialty fasteners, engineered parts, structural fasteners, stainless steel fasteners, metalworking and tooling, and specialty products for industrial assembly
2. MRO Supplies: Maintenance, repair, and operations supplies including abrasives, adhesives, sealants, hand tools, power tools, industrial supplies, janitorial products, facility maintenance, and first aid supplies
3. Personal Protective Equipment: Safety supplies including eye protection, gloves, clothing, head/face protection, hearing protection, respiratory protection, fall protection, and safety equipment
4. Inventory Management Services: Managed services including VMI programs, Kanban systems, vending solutions, kitting and assembly, continuous improvement reviews, and 3D printing integration
5. Engineering & Quality Services: Engineering assistance for product design, quality control, testing laboratory, supplier quality engineering, and CAD services
6. 3D Printing Solutions: Additive manufacturing services and education programs through partnership with Markforged

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Würth Industry North America distributes industrial fasteners, MRO supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to manufacturers and industrial buyers across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The company operates more than 110 locations and complements physical product distribution with its proprietary CPS (C-Parts Solutions) program, providing vendor-managed inventory, kanban replenishment, RFID-based vending, kitting, engineering assistance, quality control, 3D printing, and third-party logistics services.

Product overview

Würth Industry North America (WINA) is a premier industrial distributor and supply chain solutions provider serving the North American market through over 110 locations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The company operates as a multi-module platform centered on its proprietary CPS® (C-Parts Solutions) suite of inventory management programs, which encompasses VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory), KANBAN, vending, kitting, and continuous improvement services. The core product portfolio spans standard fasteners, specialty/engineered fasteners, structural and stainless steel fasteners, military-specification fasteners, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), supplemented by engineering assistance (CPS®TECH), quality management (CPS®EQS), additive manufacturing/3D printing services, third-party logistics (3PL), and a CAD catalog (CADalog). The offering functions as an integrated, consultative supply chain management platform rather than a single product, combining physical C-parts distribution with technology-enabled inventory systems, RFID/barcode tracking, kitting, and on-site engineering support across manufacturing, energy, construction, transportation, heavy equipment, recreation, military, and agriculture end markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CPS (C-Parts Solutions): Würth's inventory management and supply chain solutions brand providing customized logistics, engineering, and C-parts management services.
• Würth Knowing
• Fastener Academy

Products and services

• Standard Fasteners Stock catalog of standard screws, bolts, nuts, washers, and threaded fasteners supplied in production volumes to industrial manufacturers and OEMs.
• Specialty Fasteners and Engineered Assembly Components Custom and application-specific fasteners and engineered components designed to meet specialized assembly, material, or strength requirements.
• Structural Fasteners High-strength structural bolts and fastening products specified for heavy construction, infrastructure, and structural steel applications.
• Stainless Steel Fasteners Corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners for applications exposed to moisture, chemicals, or harsh environments.
• Military Fasteners Fasteners manufactured to military specifications (Mil-Spec) for defense and aerospace applications.
• MRO Supplies Maintenance, repair, and operations consumables and supplies for plant and facility upkeep.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Personal protective equipment including hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, respiratory protection, and protective apparel for industrial workplaces.
• CPS C-Parts Solutions Program Integrated, customized C-Parts management program that combines product supply, inventory optimization, and on-site support under a single managed relationship.
• Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) and Kanban Solutions Managed inventory and Kanban-based replenishment services that monitor consumption and automatically restock C-Parts at customer production lines.
• RFID-Enabled Vending Solutions Industrial vending machines equipped with RFID technology that dispense and track consumable parts and PPE at the point of use, providing real-time usage data.
• Kitting and Assembly Services Pre-kitted sets of components assembled and delivered to production lines or assembly operations as ready-to-use kits.
• Engineering Assistance Services Engineering support, design assistance, CAD integration, and application consulting for fastener selection and assembly design.
• Quality Control and Testing Laboratory Services Quality control and accredited testing services for fasteners, including metallurgical, dimensional, and performance testing via an A2LA-accredited testing laboratory.
• 3D Printing Services Additive manufacturing services producing custom and prototype parts on demand for industrial customers.
• Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Services Outsourced logistics services including warehousing, transportation management, and supply chain coordination for industrial customers.
• Asset Intelligence Solutions RFID and IoT-based asset intelligence solution that provides end-to-end inventory visibility and tool and parts tracking inside customer operations.

Named customers7 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dot AicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Strategic partnership announced June 2025 following Dot Ai's business combination and Nasdaq listing. WINA partnership with Dot Ai secures technology ecosystem expansion for distribution and AI-driven inventory management solutions. The partnership is part of Dot Ai's transition from development-stage to commercial operations.
• CanTech GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Strategic partnership for distribution and technology ecosystem expansion. CanTech Group partnership secured as part of Dot Ai's strategic partnerships alongside Wiliot and Würth Industry North America to expand distribution network.
• WiliotcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 June 2025Strategic partnership for IoT and sensor technology integration. Wiliot partnership secured alongside CanTech Group and Würth Industry North America as part of Dot Ai's strategic technology ecosystem partnerships.
• MarkforgedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for 3D printing education in STEM fields. Würth and Markforged partnered to bring additive manufacturing curriculum focused on STEM to classrooms. Markforged metal and composite 3D printing solutions provide hands-on learning with professional-grade tools. Partnership includes material stocking programs, quarterly learning modules, and consumable cost savings.
• ASMEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry standards partnership for engineering and technology alignment in health, safety, and engineering standards.
• ASTM InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry standards partnership for engineering and technology alignment in health, safety, and engineering standards.
• IFI (Industrial Fasteners Institute)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry standards partnership for fastener standards and specifications. WINA is a proud partner for industry standards in fasteners.
• OSHAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSafety standards partnership for occupational health and safety compliance in industrial distribution.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Fastenal Company: Fastenal is a leading North American distributor of industrial and construction fasteners, MRO supplies, and safety products — the closest direct competitor to WINA's core fastener and VMI/Kanban offering, with similar on-site bin stock and vending solutions.
• W.W. Grainger: Grainger is one of the largest broad-line industrial MRO distributors in North America, operating a comparable B2B model with deep SKU breadth, vendor-managed inventory, and e-commerce ordering — overlapping WINA's MRO, PPE, and fastener distribution.
• MSC Industrial Direct: MSC Industrial is a major direct marketer and distributor of metalworking and MRO supplies to industrial manufacturers across North America — closely comparable to WINA's metalworking/tooling and MRO offering with shared manufacturing customer base.
• Applied Industrial Technologies: Applied Industrial distributes bearings, power transmission, fluid power, and industrial MRO supplies to manufacturers — a direct peer in industrial MRO distribution with overlapping customer base and similar technical service-led model.
• Bossard Group: Bossard is a Swiss-headquartered global specialist in fastener engineering, logistics, and assembly solutions — the international counterpart to WINA with comparable Smart Factory Logistics (Bin Systems, Kanban) offering and similar fastener-engineering services.
• Kaman Industrial Technologies: Kaman distributes bearings, power transmission, and MRO supplies to industrial customers across North America — comparable in industrial product breadth, technical sales force, and customer base to WINA's engineered component and MRO lines.
• McMaster-Carr: McMaster-Carr is a leading direct-mail and e-commerce industrial supplier with an exceptionally broad SKU range including fasteners, hardware, and MRO — a competitor for WINA's mid-market and transactional customer base, particularly via digital channels.

Emerging players

• HISCO: HISCO is a specialty distributor of fasteners, electrical components, and MRO supplies serving industrial customers across the southern US — a regional/specialty peer that competes for similar fastener and inventory management business with smaller scale than WINA.

Broad incumbents

• Würth Group (Parent): Würth Group is the parent conglomerate and global market leader in fastener and assembly materials distribution, present in 80+ countries — WINA is its North American operating arm, and the global parent's scale, purchasing power, and brand reputation directly enable WINA's competitive position.
• Ferguson (FERG): Ferguson is a large North American plumbing, HVAC, and industrial distribution platform — a broader-line distribution peer with comparable scale, branch network economics, and B2B customer-relationship model, though focused on different end products.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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