Abrasive & Fastening Solutions, Inc. is a comprehensive industrial supplier and manufacturer headquartered in Yorkville, Illinois. Founded in 2010, the company operates as a single-source provider for the construction, steel fabrication, and engineering industries. It serves as the master distribution center for Blind Bolt in North America, offering specialized blind fixings including standard, thin wall, and heavy-duty bolts for complex steelwork connections. The company maintains a significant manufacturing role, specializing in the custom production of fully threaded rods, anchor bolts, and anchor rods to rigorous ASTM standards, including ASTM-F1554 (Grades 55 and 105) and A193-B7. Their extensive product portfolio encompasses mechanical and chemical masonry anchoring systems, weld studs, structural washers (F436), and heavy hex nuts. Beyond fasteners, they distribute a wide range of abrasive products, finishing and polishing tools, and power equipment such as magnetic drills and annular cutters from leading brands like Makita, Metabo, and CS Unitec. With a workforce of approximately 51 to 100 employees, Abrasive & Fastening Solutions combines domestic manufacturing capabilities with international trade expertise to provide reliable, high-performance solutions for architectural, civil engineering, and industrial sectors.
Structural Products
Full All Threaded Rods
Fasteners
Blind Bolts
Fasteners
Full All Threaded Rods
Weld Studs
Chemical Anchoring
Abrasive Products
Manufacturers
Blind Bolts
Mechanical Anchoring
Empire Fasteners LLC
🇺🇸 United States
196911-50 peopleDistributor/Wholesaler/Trading Company
Established brand
Product customization
Industry association member
OEM manufacturer
Key customer
LOCKHEED MARTIN
Description
Empire Fasteners LLC is a premier distributor and custom manufacturer of precision metal fasteners based in New York. Established in 1969, the company is a Woman Owned Small Business (W.O.S.B) that has built a reputation for excellence in the aerospace, military, and commercial sectors. Operating from headquarters in Woodside, the company maintains an extensive inventory of over 67,000 distinct pieces of hardware, including standard and non-standard bolts, nuts, washers, threaded rods, sockets, and pins. Empire Fasteners specializes in high-precision military and aerospace hardware, adhering to rigorous specifications such as MS, NAS, AN, NASM, NA, MIL, and AS. Their products support critical defense platforms including the F-22 Raptor, F-35 Lightning II, and AH-64 Apache. Beyond distribution, the company offers value-added secondary operations such as drilling, reaming, tapping, and length alterations, as well as custom fasteners manufactured to specific customer drawings. With certifications including AS9100D and ISO 9001, and compliance with ITAR, SAM, and DFARS regulations, Empire Fasteners serves a diverse global clientele ranging from OEMs to construction and utility firms. The company also provides specialized supply chain solutions, including kitting and customized inventory management, to ensure efficient procurement for complex industrial projects.