Midwest Retail Services

What Midwest Retail Services does

Midwest Retail Services (Midwest Retail Services, Inc.) is a privately held multi-line retail fixture distributor headquartered at 7920 Industrial Parkway, Plain City, Ohio. Founded in 1999 (with a 1994 incorporation date cited in some firmographic sources), the company sells gondola shelving, replacement parts, merchandising accessories, and custom fixtures to national retail chains. It is one of only four Lozier Certified Providers in the U.S. and operates a multi-brand distribution model covering Lozier, Siffron, Trion, Madix, Uniweb, Harbor, and the in-house Lodestone custom fixture division.

Revenue mechanics are split across three streams: (1) one-time catalog and configured fixture sales through an e-commerce storefront and account-representative-assisted sales, with volume discounts starting at $2,500 and Net 30 terms for approved credit; (2) installation services coordinated nationwide through partner installers; and (3) managed fixture program services covering multi-location rollouts, remodels, and coordinated stocking programs. The customer base spans approximately 22 named enterprise logos across pharmacy (CVS), grocery (Whole Foods, SpartanNash, UNFI), hardware (Ace Hardware, True Value, Tractor Supply), convenience/fuel (Buc-ee's, Pilot Flying J, BP Helios), automotive aftermarket (NAPA, Valvoline), paint/coatings (Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore), specialty retail (HobbyTown, Shoe Carnival, Pet Supplies Plus), and others (Rural King, DIB Retail, Phantom Fireworks, Blick Art Materials).

The business model is asset-light distribution plus coordination services rather than proprietary technology development. Logistics leverage a single, strategically located Ohio warehouse capable of reaching 60% of the U.S. population in one business day. Go-to-market combines self-service online ordering for in-stock Lozier and accessory items with dedicated account representatives managing enterprise program accounts, custom fixture quotes, and nationwide rollout coordination. The firm operates with 11-50 employees and discloses no revenue or outside funding.

Name

Midwest Retail Services

Legal name

Midwest Retail Services, Inc.

Website

https://midwestretailservices.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Midwest Retail Services is a Plain City, Ohio-based multi-line retail fixture distributor and Lozier Certified Provider selling gondola shelving, merchandising accessories, and custom fixtures to national retail chains across grocery, pharmacy, hardware, convenience, and specialty retail.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Plain City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail Fixture Sales: Midwest Retail Services generates revenue primarily through the sale of retail fixtures, gondola shelving, replacement parts, accessories, and merchandising products sourced from manufacturer brand partners (Lozier, Siffron, Trion, Madix, Uniweb, Harbor). Products are sold via e-commerce storefront and account representative-assisted sales. Revenue is generated on a per-unit, per-order basis with volume discounts available for larger orders starting at $2,500.
2. Installation Services: Nationwide fixture installation services for single stores, store programs, and multi-location rollouts. Coordinated execution through trusted installation partners. Installation services are quoted and sold as a separate service offering alongside fixture sales.
3. Fixture Program Management: Managing new stores, rollouts, or remodels across multiple locations—coordinating fixtures, packaging, and logistics. Dedicated program management teams coordinate inventory and delivery, serving as single-source providers for large-scale retail fixture programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Midwest Retail Services is a B2B distributor of retail store fixtures, gondola shelving, and merchandising accessories, serving national retail chains. The company operates as a multi-line distributor carrying Lozier, Siffron, Trion, Madix, Uniweb, and Harbor product lines, while also providing installation services and fixture program management for new store builds, resets, and remodels.

Product overview

Midwest Retail Services is a multi-line retail fixture distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of gondola shelving, merchandising accessories, and custom fixture solutions. The core offering centers on Lozier gondola shelving (as one of only four Lozier Certified Providers in the U.S.), supplemented by branded merchandise from Siffron, Trion, Madix, Uniweb, and Harbor. The product range spans: gondola shelving systems, shelf management accessories (dividers, pusher trays, label holders), display hooks (peg, scan, crossbar), pharmacy Rx fixtures, tobacco merchandising systems, wire fixtures, slatwall, floor displays, and custom fixtures through Lodestone. Services include fixture program management, coordinated inventory and delivery, and nationwide store rollout support. The company positions itself as a single-source partner for retailers managing multi-location projects, combining product distribution with logistics coordination and installation support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Lodestone: Custom fixture design, engineering, and manufacturing service that provides tailored fixtures integrated into fixture programs.

Products and services

• Retail Fixture Distribution Multi-line distribution of Lozier, Siffron, Trion, Madix, Uniweb, and Harbor retail fixtures, gondola shelving, and merchandising accessories for national retail chain store builds, resets, and remodels.
• Lozier Certified Distribution Certified distribution of Lozier-brand fixtures; Midwest Retail Services is one of only four Lozier Certified Providers in the United States.
• Fixture Installation Services Professional installation of retail fixtures, gondola shelving, and merchandising accessories for new store openings, remodels, and resets.
• Fixture Program Management End-to-end program management for retail fixture rollouts, including sourcing, logistics, and installation coordination across multiple store locations.
• Lodestone Custom Fixtures Custom retail fixture solutions offered through the Lodestone sub-brand, providing tailored fixture designs for retailer-specific requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Orders for in-stock items ship in 5-10 business days; 64-store remodel program successfully executed with first installation date met in July 2025

Named customers22 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• LoziercoreTechnology or Integration · 10 April 2024Midwest Retail Services is one of only four Lozier Certified Providers in the United States. This exclusive certification provides scalable direct access to Lozier gondola shelving products, priority support, and expert guidance. The LCP status enables Midwest Retail to provide fixture planning, sourcing, inventory strategies, and rollout support aligned with Lozier's standards and supply chain. The partnership was formally announced in April 2024.
• SiffroncoreTechnology or IntegrationSiffron is a key merchandising accessory brand partner, providing shelf dividers, display hooks, label holders, and merchandising systems. Midwest Retail positions Siffron products as part of its one-stop-shop offering for complete fixture and accessory needs.
• TrioncoreTechnology or IntegrationTrion Industries (founded 1965) is a leading manufacturer of retail merchandising products, renowned for innovative display and scanning hooks, shelf management systems, labeling systems, anti-theft fixtures, and pusher tray systems. Trion holds over 120 U.S. and international patents. Midwest Retail distributes Trion products including anti-sweep scan hooks, pusher trays, and label holders.
• MadixcoreTechnology or IntegrationMadix is a gondola shelving manufacturer whose products are distributed by Midwest Retail. Madix shelving is featured alongside Lozier in Midwest's multi-line fixture offering, with dedicated upper shelves and gondola shelving sections.
• UniwebcoreTechnology or IntegrationUniweb is a manufacturer of metal panel-based shelving systems known for 50% more display space than conventional pegboard or slatwall, continuous horizontal channels, and American-made, environmentally conscious manufacturing. Uniweb products are particularly strong in pharmacy environments with specialized Rx shelving, island bays, and workstation accessories.
• HarborcoreTechnology or IntegrationHarbor is a manufacturer of tobacco merchandising fixtures, including Flex Frame and Flex Frame 2 systems. Midwest Retail partners with Harbor to provide replacement parts and accessories for discontinued Flex Frame and Flex Frame 2 fixtures, including pusher trays, storage doors, LED header kits, and accessory shelves.
• LodestonecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLodestone is Midwest Retail Services' custom fixture division. Through Lodestone, the company designs, engineers, and manufactures custom fixtures tailored to the retailer's brand, layout, and budget. Lodestone provides domestic and import manufacturing options with design-to-install support, built for scalability across multiple locations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Streater: Designs and manufactures retail store fixtures including gondola shelving, custom displays, and merchandising systems for retailers nationwide. Closely comparable product category (gondola shelving, custom fixtures, display hardware) and customer base (multi-location retail chains).
• Econoco: Wholesale distributor of retail store fixtures, mannequins, and display products serving retail customers. Directly comparable B2B distribution model and product mix (store fixtures, displays, retail merchandising accessories) targeting the same retail chain customer base.
• Nashville Display: Manufacturer and supplier of retail displays, point-of-purchase displays, and store fixtures. Comparable product offerings (store fixtures, displays, retail merchandising) and customer segments (specialty retail, multi-location chains).

Broad incumbents

• Hussmann: Panasonic-owned manufacturer of commercial refrigeration and display cases for grocery, convenience, and fuel retailers. Broader scope than MWRS but overlaps in retail display fixtures and shares the same end markets (grocery, convenience, fuel retail), making it a relevant comparable for the in-store fixture segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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