Construction Fasteners and Tools

What Construction Fasteners and Tools does

Construction Fasteners and Tools is a Canadian e-commerce retailer headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan that has been operating since 2001. The company sells construction fasteners, power tools, hand tools, safety equipment, abrasives, adhesives, air tools, cutting tools, electrical equipment, hardware and rigging, ladders and scaffolding, lasers and measurement, material handling, powder-actuated tools, tool storage (including the Milwaukee PACKOUT and DeWALT TSTAK modular systems), strut products, threading equipment, welding supplies, and outdoor power equipment. The catalog spans more than 23 product categories and carries leading brands such as Milwaukee, DeWalt, Makita, Klein, Wiha, and Stihl, with thousands of SKUs kept in stock for immediate fulfillment.

The business runs a direct-to-consumer model through its self-serve storefront at cf-t.com, shipping coast-to-coast across Canada with free shipping on orders over CAD $149 and a 30-day return policy. Pricing is unit-based with no enterprise subscriptions disclosed; revenue comes entirely from one-time product sales. Customer segments are construction industry professionals (contractors, crews, carpenters, plumbers, cabinetmakers), skilled tradespeople (electricians, HVAC technicians), and DIY home renovation enthusiasts, with no named enterprise contracts or large B2B procurement arrangements in the source data.

Construction Fasteners and Tools is a privately held, founder/owner-operated company with no external investors, parent company, subsidiaries, or disclosed funding history. Marketing is built around an email newsletter, Facebook and Instagram social channels, and a customer loyalty program. There are no AI/ML capabilities, proprietary technology platforms, patents, trademarks, awards, or partnership announcements in the source material, and no management team is publicly listed.

Name

Construction Fasteners and Tools

Legal name

Construction Fasteners and Tools

Website

https://cf-t.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Construction Fasteners and Tools is a Canadian e-commerce retailer founded in 2001, selling construction fasteners, power tools, safety equipment, and related supplies from leading brands to construction professionals, skilled tradespeople, and DIY enthusiasts across Canada via cf-t.com.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Tools & Fasteners

SIC

Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRAIADAC

Fasteners, Nails, Screws & Anchors Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Home & Furniture Retail/Home Improvement & Hardware Retail

SECONDARYCRAIADAB

Tools & Tool Accessories Retail (Hand, Power, Pneumatic)

Consumer Products & Retail/Home & Furniture Retail/Home Improvement & Hardware Retail

SECONDARYCRAIADAN

Workplace/Jobsite Supplies Retail (Site Consumables, Tarps, Ropes, Chains)

Consumer Products & Retail/Home & Furniture Retail/Home Improvement & Hardware Retail

SECONDARYIMAHAJAI

Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Lifting, Hoisting & Crane Equipment

Keywords

• Construction fasteners
• Power tools
• Hand tools
• Safety equipment
• Construction supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Saskatoon

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct retail sales of construction fasteners, power tools, safety equipment, and related supplies through an e-commerce platform. Products are sold as one-time transactions with customers purchasing individual items or bulk quantities. Thousands of items are kept in-stock for immediate fulfillment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Construction Fasteners and Tools is a Canadian online retailer that sells construction fasteners, power tools, hand tools, safety equipment, and related supplies through its e-commerce storefront at cf-t.com. The company stocks thousands of items across 23+ categories from leading brands including Milwaukee, DeWalt, Makita, Klein, Wiha, and Stihl, and ships orders nationwide across Canada with same-day shipping on stocked items and free shipping on orders over $149.

Product overview

Construction Fasteners and Tools is a Canadian e-commerce retailer offering a comprehensive portfolio of construction supplies, tools, and equipment. The company sells a unified catalog spanning fasteners (anchors, nuts, bolts, screws, washers), power tools and accessories (Milwaukee M12/M18, DeWalt, Makita brands), hand tools, safety products, and specialized categories including abrasives, adhesives, air tools, cutting tools, electrical equipment, hardware & rigging, ladders & scaffolding, lasers & measurement, maintenance supplies, material handling equipment, powder actuated tools, tool storage (including Milwaukee PACKOUT and DeWALT TSTAK systems), strut products, threading & grooving, welding equipment, and outdoor power equipment. The company also carries Milwaukee's heated gear product line featuring battery-powered jackets, hoodies, vests, gloves, and heated shirts utilizing REDLITHIUM technology. Operating since 2001, the business serves construction professionals, skilled tradespeople, and DIY enthusiasts across Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fasteners Anchors, nuts, bolts, screws, and washers in various sizes and materials for construction applications, sold through the cf-t.com e-commerce storefront to construction professionals and DIY customers across Canada.
• Power Tools & Accessories Cordless, electric, and outdoor power tools including batteries, chargers, and accessories from Milwaukee, Makita, DeWalt and other leading brands.
• Hand Tools Manual tools including hammers, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, levels, tape measures, saws, and specialized trade tools.
• Safety Products Personal protective equipment including hard hats, gloves, eye wear, ear protection, fall arrest systems, respiratory protection, hi-viz clothing, and first aid supplies.
• Milwaukee Heated Jackets and Gear Battery-powered heated workwear including M12 heated jackets (TOUGHSHELL, QUIETSHELL, SOFTSHELL), hoodies, vests, heated gloves, and heated shirts utilizing REDLITHIUM battery technology.
• Abrasives Sanding discs, belts, sheets, flap discs, grinding discs, cutting discs, wire wheel brushes, and polishing products.
• Adhesives & Sealants & Tapes Construction adhesives, sealants, silicone, epoxy, body fillers, contact cement, spray adhesives, and various tapes.
• Air Tools & Fasteners & Accessories Air compressors, nail guns, air hoses, fittings, air fasteners, and pneumatic tool accessories.
• Cutting Tools Drill bits, saw blades, annular cutters, holesaws, router bits, taps and dies, and specialized cutting accessories.
• Electrical Tools and Equipment Batteries, extension cords, multimeters, clamp meters, flashlights, worklights, and electrical testing equipment.
• Hardware & Rigging Chains, shackles, hooks, turnbuckles, wire rope, ropes, hinges, eyebolts, and lifting/rigging hardware.
• Ladders, Platforms and Scaffolding Extension ladders, step ladders, platform ladders, scaffolding, planks, and access equipment.
• Lasers & Measurement Laser levels, measuring tools, detection equipment, video inspection systems, utility locating equipment, and test instruments.
• Maintenance Cleaning supplies, lubricants, paint, mops, brooms, vacuums, heaters, and general facility maintenance products.
• Material Handling Jacks, hoists, lifts, slings, pallets, casters, clamps, vises, and equipment for moving and handling materials.
• Powder Actuated Tools & Accessories Powder-actuated fastening systems including stud guns, pins, studs, and shots for concrete and steel applications.
• Tool Storage and Organization Milwaukee PACKOUT storage systems, DeWALT TSTAK, tool boxes, bags, organizers, job boxes, and modular storage solutions.
• Strut Products Strut channel, beam clamps, hangers, pipe clamps, brackets, and hardware for electrical and mechanical support systems.
• Threading & Grooving Pipe threaders, dies, pipe bevellers, roll groovers, and threading accessories.
• Welding Welding helmets, rods, wire, hoses, protective blankets, connectors, and welding accessories.
• Outdoor Power Equipment Chainsaws, hedge trimmers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, brush cutters, and outdoor power tools from Milwaukee, Makita, and DeWalt.
• Driver Bits & Mag Chucks Driver bits, magnetic chucks, adapters, extensions, combo sets, and security bits for power tools.
• Milwaukee PACKOUT Storage System Modular storage system including tool boxes, crates, coolers, organizers, and accessories that stack and interconnect.

Quantifiable outcome

• Same day shipping available on stocked orders
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Home Hardware: Canadian hardware retailer cooperative serving tradespeople and DIY customers with fasteners, tools, and building materials. Comparable in target customer (Canadian pros and homeowners), product overlap (fasteners, hand tools, safety), and specialty positioning outside the big-box model.
• Lee Valley Tools: Canadian specialty retailer of woodworking and trade tools known for curated SKUs and product expertise. Comparable on e-commerce-first Canadian operation, knowledgeable-staff positioning, and deep specialty catalog versus mass-market retailers.
• Richelieu Hardware: Canadian specialty distributor of hardware, fasteners, and components serving cabinetmaking, woodworking, and construction professionals. Comparable on fastener and hardware focus, Canadian footprint, and trade-customer emphasis.
• Fastenal Canada: North American distributor of fasteners, safety supplies, tools, and MRO products operating through on-site vending and e-commerce. Directly comparable on fasteners and safety product categories; differs in B2B industrial focus vs. CFT's mixed trade/DIY model.
• Acklands-Grainger: Canada's largest industrial distributor of safety, fasteners, hand tools, power tools, and material handling supplies. Comparable as a Canadian e-commerce-first distributor serving construction and industrial customers with overlapping SKU categories.
• McMaster-Carr: U.S.-based e-commerce industrial supply retailer famous for huge SKU breadth in fasteners, hardware, tools, and material handling with fast shipping. Comparable on e-commerce-first model and depth of fastener/tool SKU offering, though focused on U.S. industrial/B2B customers vs. CFT's Canadian trade/DIY mix.
• Princess Auto: Canadian retailer selling tools, equipment, fasteners, and material handling products through physical stores and e-commerce. Directly comparable on product mix (fasteners, power tools, rigging, abrasives), Canadian geographic focus, and mixed trade/DIY customer base, though Princess Auto operates a larger store footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Lowe's Canada: Canadian home improvement retailer operating big-box stores alongside Rona banners. Overlaps with CFT on fasteners, power tools, and safety product categories but competes on volume, store traffic, and broad assortment rather than specialty depth.
• Home Depot Canada: Canada's largest home improvement retailer with a comprehensive catalog of fasteners, power tools, safety equipment, and building materials. Overlaps heavily on product categories but competes on scale, breadth, and omnichannel rather than specialty depth, serving a broader home-improvement customer base.
• Rona: Major Canadian home improvement retailer carrying fasteners, tools, and construction supplies. Comparable product categories but operates through a big-box store network with broader home/lifestyle orientation rather than trade-specialty focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ConstructionFasteners
• Instagraminstagram.com/constructionfasteners

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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