ABOUT BLUE RIBBON FASTENER
OUR MISSION & VISION:
To lead the hardware distribution industry in growth, innovation, and customer impact.
Blue Ribbon Fastener is a fastener distributor and supply chain partner serving OEMs and manufacturers across North America. We supply standard and custom fasteners, fittings, hardware, cutting tools, and Class B/C components, backed by ISO 9001:2015-certified quality processes and data-driven supply chain solutions.
FASTENER DISTRIBUTION & SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS
Fasteners, Fittings, Hardware, & Cutting Tools: Standard and specialty components for production applications.
Data-Driven Supply Chain Solutions: VMI, forecasting, usage analysis, and supplier consolidation strategies.
Engineered Value: Custom parts to print, kitting, secondary services, and technical support.
- 100+ domestic manufacturers in our supply base
- ISO 9001:2015 certified quality processes
- Fast, on-time fulfillment, built for how your plant actually runs
- Real partnership, not lip service
A LEGACY OF GREAT SERVICE
Blue Ribbon Fastener helps North American manufacturers simplify and optimize their Class B/C component supply chains. We supply standard and custom fasteners and hardware to OEMs in aerospace, lighting, contract manufacturing, data center infrastructure, and other industrial markets. From standard hardware to blueprint specials, we source, stock, and deliver the production fasteners and components that keep your lines running accurately and on time.
Founded in 1985 by current president Wally Nathan and headquartered in Skokie, IL, we serve OEMs and CMs who demand reliability, service, and results. Our approach blends deep category knowledge with operational excellence.
CONTACT US
MEET BRF LEADERSHIP
Wally Nathan, President
Ben Lussier, Vice President
Ignacy Paprocki, Director of Operations
FASTENER DISTRIBUTION ACROSS NORTH AMERICA
Blue Ribbon Fastener supports customers through regional distribution locations across the United States and Eastern Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Ribbon Fastener
What does Blue Ribbon Fastener do?
Blue Ribbon Fastener distributes standard and custom fasteners, fittings, hardware, cutting tools and Class B/C components to OEMs and manufacturers. We also provide VMI, forecasting, kitting, secondary services and other supply chain solutions.
What industries does Blue Ribbon Fastener serve?
Blue Ribbon Fastener serves OEMs and manufacturers in industries including aerospace, lighting, contract manufacturing and data center infrastructure.
Does Blue Ribbon Fastener supply custom fasteners?
Yes. Blue Ribbon Fastener supplies standard components as well as custom parts manufactured to print, with kitting, secondary services and technical support available.
Is Blue Ribbon Fastener ISO certified?
Yes. Blue Ribbon Fastener maintains ISO 9001:2015-certified quality processes.
Where is Blue Ribbon Fastener located?
Blue Ribbon Fastener is headquartered in Skokie, Illinois, with regional distribution locations throughout the United States and Eastern Canada.
PREFER TO SPEAK TO SOMEONE?
Contact one of our supply chain experts directly.
(847) 673-1248