Nationwide Industries

What Nationwide Industries does

Nationwide Industries is a Tampa, Florida-based custom designer and manufacturer of hardware and components for the building materials industry, focused on gate and fence hardware. Founded in 1990 and operating as a subsidiary of PrimeSource Building Products, Inc., the company maintains a catalog of approximately 2,000 SKUs spanning latches, hinges, locks, post caps, gate handles, brackets, pool safety products, and pneumatic nailers, organized under sub-brands including CornerStone, Keystone, Trident, Aqualatch, Armorlatch, OrnaMAG, MANTA, and Grip-Rite. Core technical differentiators include 30+ patents, a 24/7 in-house testing facility that validates durability through million-cycle and salt-spray testing, and the Million Cycle Warranty program covering 30+ products; product-specific innovations such as the Trident Safe Signal (90dB alarm with 360-degree LED visibility) and the Keystone Traverse 500 (a key-locking latch for vinyl gates with a 6-pin cylinder) illustrate the safety- and installation-driven R&D focus.

The company generates revenue through hardware sales distributed via authorized dealer and distribution networks across the United States and Canada, with additional international distribution managed from its Tampa headquarters. Its primary customer segment is professional fence and railing contractors, supplemented by pool and patio professionals and a smaller homeowner/DIY segment; go-to-market is product-led, combining direct-to-customer content (website, catalogs, sell sheets, resource center) with multi-channel marketing (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, trade shows such as Fencetech and West Coast Fence Show, and email). Pricing is set through dealer and distributor channels rather than disclosed publicly. Partner brands distributed through the same channel — including LockeyUSA, Grip-Rite, Ultra-tec, and RailFX — extend the effective product surface without direct manufacturing investment. In 2024, the company won two Pro Tool Innovation Awards (for the Ornamental Pool Gate Kit and Trident Safe Signal Magnetic Latch), and in 2025 it launched a co-branded Pink Post-Leveling Collar campaign with Susan G. Komen Foundation. Leadership comprises CEO & President Christopher Kliefoth and Director of Engineering Erik Timothy, with Erik Timothy quoted as the engineering spokesperson in product announcements.

Name

Nationwide Industries

Legal name

Nationwide Industries

Website

http://www.nationwideindustries.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Nationwide Industries is a Tampa-based designer and manufacturer of gate and fence hardware, offering roughly 2,000 SKUs under sub-brands such as CornerStone, Keystone, and Trident. Operating as a subsidiary of PrimeSource Building Products, it serves fence and railing contractors across the United States and Canada through dealer and distribution channels, differentiating on patent-protected designs and a Million Cycle Warranty.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gate and Fence Hardware Manufacturing

NAICS

Cutlery and Handtool Manufacturing (3322), Hardware Retailers (444140), Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers (444)

SIC

Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420), Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452), Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gate Automation, Access Control & Operator Repair (HSAIAJAD), Doors, Windows & Millwork Hardware Retail (Locks, Hinges, Handles) (CRAIADAJ), Fasteners, Nails, Screws & Anchors Retail (CRAIADAC)

Keywords

• Gate hardware manufacturing
• Fence hardware components
• Pool safety latches
• Gate hardware kits
• Vinyl fence hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Tampa

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, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Gate and Fence Hardware Products: Nationwide Industries generates revenue through the sale of gate hardware, fence hardware, and related accessories. Product lines include latches, hinges, locks, post caps, gate handles, brackets, and specialty products. Products are sold through distribution networks and dealer channels.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Nationwide Industries designs, manufactures, and distributes gate and fence hardware for the building materials industry, offering roughly 2,000 SKUs of latches, hinges, locks, post caps, gate handles, brackets, drop rods, and specialty items. Its core catalog is organized around Gate Hardware Kits that bundle hinges, latches, and fasteners for chain link, ornamental, vinyl, and wood fences, complemented by dedicated product families such as Cornerstone hinges, Keystone latches, Trident and Aqualatch pool-safety latches, and Grip-Rite pneumatic coil nailers. The company sells primarily through authorized dealers, distributors, and physical retail channels served by PrimeSource Building Products, with a Where-to-Buy locator on its website.

Product overview

Nationwide Industries is a B2B manufacturer and distributor of fence and gate hardware serving contractors in the United States and Canada. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around its core Gate Hardware Kits (which bundle hinges, latches, and fasteners for chain link, ornamental, vinyl, and wood fence types) complemented by standalone specialty products including the Trident pool safety latches (Trident Magnetic Pool Latch, Trident Safe Signal with alarm and LED), Keystone latch and traverse series, Cornerstone and Heavy-Duty Ball Bearing hinges, and Grip-Rite pneumatic nailers. The company differentiates through its Million Cycle Warranty program covering 30+ products, holds 30 patents, and distributes partner brands including LockeyUSA, Ultra-tec, RailFX, and Grip-Rite. Products serve primarily pool safety, perimeter security, and general fencing applications across residential, commercial, and industrial segments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CornerStone: Self-closing adjustable hinges available in various configurations for different fence types
• Keystone
• Trident
• Aqualatch
• Armorlatch
• OrnaMAG
• MANTA
• Grip-Rite
• SAFE-NOTCH

Products and services

• Gate Hardware Kits Comprehensive all-in-one hardware kits containing hinges, latches, and fasteners needed for gate installation across chain link, ornamental, vinyl, and wood fence types. Designed to streamline purchasing for dealers and installers.
• Keystone 2 Latch Heavy-duty nylon gate latch with weather-resistant glass-filled nylon construction, reversible for right- and left-handed use, lockable from both sides with a 6-pin cylinder, available in one-sided and two-sided variants.
• Keystone Traverse Series Gate Latches Series of gate latches designed for easy installation on vinyl and other fence types, including the Traverse 500 with patent-pending 6-pin cylinder key locking for both-sided operation on 5-inch fence posts.
• Trident Magnetic Pool Latch Magnetic pool gate latch with significant vertical tolerance to avoid sagging gate issues, featuring SAFE-NOTCH engagement for stepped or climbed gates and rust-resistant components for pool and patio enclosure applications.
• Trident Safe Signal Magnetic Pool Latch Advanced pool safety magnetic latch featuring 90 dB audible alarm and 360-degree visibility blue LED lights that alert homeowners when gates are left open more than 15 seconds, meeting most local pool gate code requirements.
• OrnaMAG Magnetic Gate Latch Magnetic gate latch with key lock and powerful magnetic locking feature, reversible for right-hand or left-hand use, accommodates up to 2-inch gate post profile with vertically adjustable keeper for ornamental and double-drive gates.
• CornerStone Hinges Self-closing fully adjustable gate hinges available in multiple models including adjustable, fixed position, horizontally adjustable, and vertically adjustable variants with nylon construction for various fence types.
• Heavy-Duty Ball Bearing Hinge Commercial-grade ball bearing hinges available in steel and aluminum with bolt-on or weld-on configurations, featuring self-closing variants with adjustable tension for ornamental and heavy-duty fence applications.
• Heavy Duty Self-Closing Hinge Patent-pending self-closing hinge featuring ball bearings on both top and bottom of the spring for smoother gate operation with adjustable tension and closing speeds, on a Heavy-Duty ball bearing platform.
• Grip-Rite 0° Fencing & Siding Nailer Lightweight 0-degree pneumatic coil nailer with 300 magazine capacity, 80-120 PSI operating pressure, shoots 1-1/4 to 2-1/2 inch nails, includes no-mar pad protection, backed by a 7-year warranty and nationwide service network.
• Grip-Rite 15° Fencing & Siding Nailer Lightweight 15-degree coil fencing and siding nailer with rotating belt hook, selectable trigger, rubber comfort grip, and 200-350 magazine capacity depending on fastener type.
• Aqualatch Pool Safety Latch Pool safety latch with Million Cycle Warranty designed for pool and vinyl fence applications, featuring weather-resistant construction.
• Armorlatch Heavy-Duty Gate Latch Heavy-duty gate latch with Million Cycle Warranty for secure pool and perimeter access control.
• Post-Leveling Collar (PLC) Vinyl fence post leveling collar that enables fast, easy vinyl fence post installation by slipping over pipe after post driving, eliminating the need for digging or concrete setting.
• Mushroom Gate Stop Malleable iron gate stop for chain link double gates that holds gates in place when a drop rod is used; installs by mounting the stem into concrete above the surface.
• Ornamental Pool Gate Kit All-in-one hinge and latch combination kit for ornamental pool fences requiring no special tools, adaptable to various metal fence post gauges; pool-code compliant.
• Chain Link Gate Kit Complete gate hardware kit for chain link fence installations including all necessary components for pool-compliant applications.
• Gate Saver Pro 2.0 Aluminum brace for vinyl and wood gates that fixes and prevents sagging gates; the 2.0 version supports both wood and vinyl gate applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Million Cycle Warranty - Products tested to 1 million cycles with warranty coverage for product lifetime
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Susan G. Komen FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Nationwide Industries partnered with Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer awareness campaign. From September 1 to October 31, 2025, the company donates $2,500 and participates in the 2025 MORE THAN PINK Walk in Tampa, Florida. Campaign includes limited-edition Pink Post Leveling Collars with proceeds supporting breast cancer research, education, and patient services.
• PrimeSource Building ProductscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimeSource Building Products, Inc. is the parent company of Nationwide Industries. The company operates under PrimeSource's proprietary brands. Privacy Policy indicates Nationwide Industries is part of PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.
• LockeyUSAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner brand available through Nationwide Industries distribution network. LockeyUSA products are part of the specialty product offerings.
• Grip-RiteminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGrip-Rite is a partner brand with 135 SKUs available through Nationwide Industries. Includes fencing and siding nailers and fasteners.
• Ultra-tecminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner brand included in Nationwide Industries product offerings and partner brands section.
• RailFXminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner brand available through Nationwide Industries. RailFX specializes in railing solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Peers

• https://www.homedepot.com/b/Hardware/N-5yc1vZc1xy:

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCMArOwtT10ntM109EC3HdHw
• Facebookfacebook.com/NWIFencing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nationwide-industries-inc-
• Instagraminstagram.com/nationwideindustries

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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