BUILDING THROUGH STRATEGIC M&A

Since its founding in 1964 in Cincinnati, Hillman has grown from a specialty fastener distributor serving independent hardware stores in southwest Ohio into a North American leader in hardware, home‑improvement, and retail merchandising solutions.

Over the decades, we’ve pursued a strategy of organic growth complemented by accretive acquisitions. We have acquired over 30 businesses that have expanded our capabilities into our key segments.


Hardware Solutions: Grew our fastener and hardware product lines through strategic acquisitions


Protective Solutions: Expanded into personal protective equipment, cleaning, and job‑site gear


Robotics and Digital Solutions: Strengthened our retail leadership in key-duplication through acquisitions


Hillman’s M&A track record has elevated Hillman to $1.5 billion in annual sales, serving over 29,000 retail locations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico with a portfolio of 110,000+ SKUs and leveraging a 1,200-member field sales and service team.

Why Hillman?

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Deep Industry
Roots

We've stood the test of time—and our culture of service and innovation remains grounded in Hillman family values.

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Portfolio Diversity


From fasteners to robotics to gloves and engraving solutions, we've built a robust hardware solutions business across over a dozen product categories.

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Proven M&A
Execution

With over 30 acquisitions across adjacent product lines, we continuously enhance our offerings and scale efficiently.

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Trusted by Leading Retailers

We are a trusted partner for national and regional retailers including Home Depot, Lowe’s, Ace Hardware, Tractor Supply, and more.

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Deep Industry
Roots

We've stood the test of time—and our culture of service and innovation remains grounded in Hillman family values.

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Portfolio Diversity


From fasteners to robotics to gloves and engraving solutions, we've built a robust hardware solutions business across over a dozen product categories.

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Proven M&A
Execution

With over 30 acquisitions across adjacent product lines, we continuously enhance our offerings and scale efficiently.

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Trusted by Leading Retailers

We are a trusted partner for national and regional retailers including Home Depot, Lowe’s, Ace Hardware, Tractor Supply, and more.