Aerospace Fasteners

What Aerospace Fasteners does

Aerospace Fasteners Incorporated is a Palestine, Texas-based, family-owned distributor of aerospace fastening hardware serving commercial and military aerospace customers worldwide. Founded in 1979 and operating from a 34,000-square-foot headquarters and warehouse, the company stocks more than 60,000 SKUs spanning bolts, screws, rivets, nuts, pins, washers, fittings, O-rings, retaining rings and specialty products under AN, MS, NAS and AS part-number standards. It holds AS9100 Rev. D / ISO 9001:2015 certification and ITAR compliance, and is an authorized reseller for tier-1 OEMs including Howmet Aerospace, Shur-Lok, Freudenberg, Parker Hannifin, SPS Technologies, Smalley, Bristol Industries, Spirol and MAC Fasteners.

The company monetizes through hardware sales and a stack of embedded supply-chain services. Core revenue comes from unit-priced distribution of certified fasteners to commercial aerospace and defense customers (including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, BAE Systems, Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, Rolls Royce, Pratt & Whitney, Bombardier and Dassault Falcon), with quote-based pricing and pay-as-you-go billing. Value-added services — Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), on-site consignment, customized kitting and in-house quality inspection using Keyence IM-6225 and CMM equipment — generate incremental, relationship-deepening revenue and consolidate billing for the customer. Go-to-market is direct sales-led, with account managers assigned per plant, supported by a digital presence (website, SEO, trade publications). Operational technology centers on a 2D-barcode-driven electronic MRP inventory system that has tracked lot-level traceability for over a decade.

Aerospace Fasteners serves more than 300 customers globally, with a claimed worldwide footprint despite a single Texas location. It has earned the Boeing Performance Excellence Award for five consecutive years, signaling durable quality recognition with the largest commercial OEM, and recently completed construction (2018–2020) of its current facility. Ownership remains with the Elfarr family (Jason Elfarr, President; Carole Elfarr, Vice President), with no external investors, funding rounds, acquisitions or subsidiaries disclosed.

Name

Aerospace Fasteners

Legal name

Aerospace Fasteners Incorporated

Website

https://aerospacefasteners.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Aerospace Fasteners Inc. is a family-owned, AS9100-certified distributor of aerospace fastening hardware — bolts, rivets, screws, nuts, pins, washers, fittings and O-rings — plus VMI, consignment and kitting services, serving 300+ commercial and military aerospace customers including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon and BAE Systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace Fastener Distribution

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452)

akta.pro primary industry

Parts Distribution & Spares Management (Aftermarket) (IMABALAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Aerospace Fasteners & Hardware (IMABANAA)

Keywords

• Aerospace fastener distribution
• Aircraft hardware supply
• Military aviation fasteners
• Commercial aerospace hardware
• Vendor managed inventory

Headquarters

HQ city

Palestine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Aircraft Hardware Distribution: Distribution of aerospace fastening hardware including bolts, rivets, screws, nuts, pins, washers, fittings, O-rings, and specialty products. Revenue generated from product sales to commercial and military aerospace customers.
2. Supply Chain Services: Value-added services including Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), kitting, consignment, and quality control services. Revenue stream from service fees and inventory management programs serving over 300 customers worldwide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Aerospace Fasteners Incorporated is a wholesale distributor of aircraft fastening hardware, supplying bolts, screws, rivets, pins, nuts, washers, fittings, O-rings, retaining rings, and specialty fastening products to commercial and military aerospace OEMs, Tier-1 system integrators, and MRO organizations worldwide. The company holds AS9100 Rev. D / ISO 9001:2015 certification and ITAR compliance, and supports customers with value-added services including Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), custom kitting, consignment, and in-house dimensional inspection using Keyence IM-6225 imaging and Coordinate Measuring Machines.

Product overview

Aerospace Fasteners Inc. is a leading distributor of aircraft fastening hardware for commercial and military aerospace applications, offering a comprehensive portfolio of fastener products including Fittings, Screws, Bolts, Pins, Nuts, O-Rings and Retaining Rings, Rivets, Washers, and Specialty Products. The core product line is organized around standard aerospace part number series (AN, MS, NAS, AS) from multiple manufacturers. Complementing the product distribution, the company provides four key services: Quality Control (with advanced inspection equipment including Keyence IM-6225 and CMM), Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Kitting Services (customized hardware kit assembly), and Consignment. Together, the product categories and service offerings form an integrated supply chain solution for aerospace customers requiring high-quality fastening hardware with inventory management support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aircraft Bolts Aerospace-grade bolts sourced from qualified OEMs such as Howmet Aerospace and Shur-Lok, sold to commercial and military aerospace customers with full AS9100/ITAR-compliant traceability.
• Aircraft Screws Aerospace-specification screws for airframe assembly and MRO applications, distributed to aerospace OEMs and Tier-1 integrators.
• Aircraft Rivets Aerospace-grade rivets for airframe assembly, supplied with full material and process traceability to commercial and defense customers.
• Aircraft Pins Precision aerospace pins distributed for airframe and component assembly applications.
• Aircraft Nuts Aerospace-specification nuts sourced from qualified manufacturers, distributed with AS9100D-compliant certification documentation.
• Aircraft Washers Aerospace-grade washers supplied for use alongside bolt and screw installations in certified airframe assemblies.
• Aircraft Fittings Aerospace fluid and structural fittings distributed to OEM and MRO customers with material certification.
• O-Rings & Retaining Rings O-rings and retaining rings supplied for sealing and fastening applications in aerospace platforms.
• Specialty Fastening Products Specialty and hard-to-find fastening hardware sourced to support specific aerospace customer requirements outside the standard SKU range.
• Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Managed inventory program in which Aerospace Fasteners owns and replenishes customer-side fastener stock, reducing customer carrying cost and stockout risk.
• Kitting Services Custom assembly of fastener kits tailored to specific airframe sections, MRO work scopes, or production line requirements, delivered ready for shop-floor use.
• Consignment Inventory Customer-site consignment of certified aerospace fasteners, allowing customers to draw stock without upfront purchase until consumption.
• Quality Control / Dimensional Inspection In-house dimensional inspection of incoming and outgoing aerospace fasteners using Keyence IM-6225 image dimension measurement and Coordinate Measuring Machines calibrated to ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served aerospace industry since 1979 - over 45 years of experience
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Howmet AerospacecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAerospace Fasteners is a reseller of Howmet Aerospace products. Howmet is a leading manufacturer of aerospace components including fasteners, investment castings, and rolled ring products.
• Shur-LokcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAerospace Fasteners distributes Shur-Lok aerospace fasteners including structural blind fasteners, insert fasteners, and custom engineered fastening solutions.
• FreudenbergcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller of Freudenberg sealing products including O-rings, gaskets, and custom sealing solutions for aerospace applications.
• Parker Hannifin (Parker Seals)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Parker Seals products including hydraulic, pneumatic, and sealing components for aerospace applications.
• SPS TechnologiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized reseller of SPS Technologies aerospace fasteners including blind bolts, shear pins, and specialty fastening systems.
• SmalleycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Smalley retaining rings and wave springs for aerospace and industrial applications.
• Bristol IndustriescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller of Bristol Industries aerospace fasteners including shear bolts, lockbolts, and structural fasteners.
• MAC FastenerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of MAC Fasteners aerospace products for commercial and military aircraft applications.
• Spirol InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Spirol pins, bushings, and inserts for aerospace fastening applications.
• BoeingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCustomer and partner - awarded Boeing Performance Excellence Award for 5 consecutive years. Supplier of Boeing aircraft fastener requirements.
• Lockheed MartincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCustomer and partner for defense aerospace fastener supply supporting Lockheed Martin programs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wencor Group (now HEICO Aerospace): Authorized aerospace parts distributor and aftermarket supplier of fasteners, hardware, and consumables, primarily to defense and commercial operators. Closest like-for-like to Aerospace Fasteners in distributor-only business model and aerospace fasteners/hardware portfolio; recently acquired into HEICO's distribution platform.
• Pattonair (AAR): Specialty aerospace fastener and hardware distributor serving major OEMs and engine programs with kitting, VMI, and supply-chain services. Now part of AAR but historically operated as a pure aerospace fastener distributor, mirroring Aerospace Fasteners' value-added distribution model on a larger international footprint.
• Precision Aviation Group (PAG): Specialty aerospace parts, components distribution and MRO services provider focused on engine accessories, avionics, and fastener-adjacent hardware. Comparable mid-market aerospace distribution company with overlapping customers in defense and commercial aftermarkets.

Broad incumbents

• Satair: Airbus-owned aerospace parts and components distributor serving the global Airbus aftermarket and broader customer base. Larger-scale competitor in aerospace parts distribution with similar fastener/hardware lines, consignment, and VMI services, but with Airbus parent backing and worldwide stocking hubs.
• Aviall Services (Boeing): Boeing-owned aerospace parts distribution business providing fasteners, hardware, chemicals, and consumables to commercial and defense customers globally. The Boeing captive distributor and most direct competitive threat on Aerospace Fasteners' largest single customer relationship.
• AAR Corp: Public aerospace aftermarket platform with parts distribution, MRO, and integrated supply-chain services. Overlaps with Aerospace Fasteners on fastener distribution and VMI/kitting offerings, but operates at vastly larger scale and across multiple adjacent service lines.
• HEICO Corporation: Public aerospace parts and aftermarket services provider with growing fastener/hardware distribution exposure (via the Wencor acquisition) and mission-critical replacement parts across commercial and defense. Larger, diversified incumbent with overlapping customer base and similar regulatory qualifications.
• Triumph Group: Public aerospace structural systems, components, and aftermarket supplier including fasteners, rings, and small parts served through its Intercosmic and other divisions. Larger manufacturer/distributor overlap in aerospace hardware with similar AS9100-qualified pedigree.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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