Robertson

What Robertson does

Robertson is a Canadian fastener manufacturer founded in 1908, currently operating as a brand under Marmon Fastener Company, a subsidiary of Marmon Group within Berkshire Hathaway. The company is headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, and employs between 11 and 50 people. Its core product line consists of screws, driver bits, and specialty fasteners built around its proprietary Robertson® Cling Fit Recess technology — a tapered square-drive recess design that the company positions as the foundation of its differentiated product offering.

The company serves four primary customer segments: Industrial OEM, Retail, Woodworking, and Distribution Partners, with geographic reach spanning both the United States and Canada (supported by a bilingual English/French web presence). Robertson's go-to-market is conducted through distribution partner networks that supply industrial, construction, electrical, HVAC, and woodworking end markets, alongside direct B2B relationships with industrial OEM customers.

Revenue is generated through one-time product sales of physical fastener SKUs via B2B and distribution channels. As a brand-level entity within the Marmon Fastener Company portfolio rather than a standalone operating company, Robertson's financial and operational data is not separately disclosed; available evidence is limited to its public-facing product catalog, heritage, and parent-company affiliation.

Name

Robertson

Legal name

Robertson Inc.

Website

https://www.robertsonscrew.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1908

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Robertson is a manufacturer of screws, fasteners, and screwdrivers of different sizes for various industrial applications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fastener Manufacturing

SIC

Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452)

akta.pro primary industry

Fasteners, Nails, Screws & Anchors Retail (CRAIADAC)

Keywords

• Fastener manufacturing
• Square drive screws
• Industrial fasteners
• Construction fasteners
• Woodworking fasteners

Headquarters

HQ city

Burlington

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fastener product sales: Robertson generates revenue through the sale of fasteners — including screws, bits, and related fastening products — to industrial, retail, and woodworking customers. Products are sold through distribution partners and direct B2B relationships with OEM and program customers. Revenue is derived from one-time product transactions across standard and specialty fastener specifications.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Robertson manufactures and sells the Robertson® family of fasteners — including screws, bits, and specialty fastening products — built around its proprietary Cling Fit Recess tapered square-drive recess. Products are engineered for industrial OEM (HVAC, electrical distribution, residential construction, windows and doors), retail, woodworking, and broader construction/decking/cabinetry/concrete applications, and are delivered through distribution partners and direct B2B partner programs.

Product overview

Robertson is a fastener company offering the Robertson® Cling Fit Recess system — a square-drive screw and bit technology invented in Canada in 1908. The product portfolio centers on Robertson® bits and screws as the core offering, supplemented by specialized product lines for Industrial (HVAC, electrical, residential construction, window and door), Retail, and Woodworking applications. The company also supplies standard and specialty fasteners across a wide range of applications including decking, cabinetry, sheet metal, framing, concrete and masonry. Robertson positions itself as a technical fastener solutions provider serving OEM, industrial, and distribution partners rather than a pure commodity fastener supplier.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Robertson® Bits and Screws Core Robertson® product line of bits and screws featuring the proprietary Cling Fit Recess tapered square-drive technology, engineered for secure bit engagement, controlled torque transfer, and consistent installation across construction, woodworking, and industrial applications.
• Industrial Fastener Solutions Program-based fastener supply for industrial OEM partners in HVAC, electrical distribution, residential construction, and window and door manufacturing, connecting fastener design, application fit, packaging, and supply expectations into customized programs.
• Retail Fastener Programs Retail-focused fastener programs providing reliable supply, clear branded packaging, and technical product knowledge for retail partners' fastener product lines.
• Woodworking Fasteners Robertson® drive fasteners marketed to woodworking professionals and businesses where clean installation, secure drive engagement, and consistent performance matter from the first screw to the last.
• Standard and Specialty Fasteners Standard and specialty Robertson fasteners available in various materials, finishes, threads, and drive styles for decking, cabinetry, vinyl windows and doors, sheet metal, framing, wood construction, concrete and masonry, HVAC, electrical, and other technical applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• The Robertson drive system reduces cam-out and bit slippage compared to generic square drive alternatives

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Marmon Fastener CompanycoreOthersRobertson is a brand under Marmon Fastener Company, which owns multiple fastener brands including Atlas, Big Timber, Deerwood, Pan American, Precision Brand, Sure Drive, and Tenn Tex. Robertson operates as part of the Marmon Fastener Company family of fastener brands.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• ITW (Illinois Tool Works): Diversified industrial manufacturer that owns multiple fastener brands (including Buildex, Paslode, and Red Head) serving construction, HVAC, and OEM markets. Directly comparable to Robertson as a multi-brand fastener manufacturer with deep North American distribution and OEM specification presence.
• Simpson Strong-Tie: Specialty manufacturer of structural connectors, fasteners, and anchoring systems for construction and OEM applications. Directly comparable to Robertson in serving HVAC, residential construction, and OEM specification-driven fastening programs with engineered technical solutions.
• Hillman Solutions: Major North American manufacturer and distributor of fasteners, hardware, and personal protective equipment serving retail, OEM, and industrial channels. Comparable to Robertson as a multi-channel fastener specialist with both branded product lines and distribution scale.
• Grip-Rite: Construction-focused fastener brand covering screws, nails, and specialty fasteners for decking, framing, drywall, and masonry applications. Comparable to Robertson in targeting construction, retail, and OEM channels with branded fastening solutions.
• National Nail: North American specialty fastener manufacturer producing branded screws and nails for construction, retail, and OEM customers. Comparable to Robertson as a regional/private fastener brand with retail program and OEM specification focus.
• Senco: Manufacturer of pneumatic and cordless fastening tools plus collated screws and nails for construction and OEM assembly. Comparable to Robertson in selling branded fastening consumables (screws, fasteners) into construction and industrial OEM programs.
• Pan American Screw: Sister brand under Marmon Fastener Company (same parent as Robertson) producing specialty screws and fasteners. Most directly comparable peer given shared corporate parent, similar OEM/distribution channels, and overlapping fastener product portfolio.
• Big Timber: Construction fastener brand under Marmon Fastener Company focused on decking, framing, and exterior wood construction. Comparable to Robertson as a sister brand sharing distribution, OEM programs, and Marmon corporate infrastructure for North American construction markets.
• Hilti: Premium global manufacturer of fastening, drilling, and anchoring systems for professional construction and industrial customers. Comparable to Robertson as a specification-driven fastening specialist selling engineered screws, anchors, and installation systems into OEM and professional end markets.

Broad incumbents

• Stanley Black & Decker: Global tool and fastening conglomerate offering screws, fasteners, and fastening systems alongside broader power tools and hardware. Comparable to Robertson as a major incumbent in professional fastening, but operating at significantly larger scale and broader portfolio scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/robertson.inc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/robertson-inc-
• Xx.com/RobertsonScrew

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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