A Video Introduction To New Fastening Distributor SouthernCarlson

Take a look at SouthernCarlson, formed from the merger of Southern Fastening Systems, Kentec, Mid-Atlantic Fasteners, WesternTool Supply, and Duo-Fast Carolinas. The company has stores in 145 locations in 34 states and Mexico.

Nov 24th, 2015

Southern Fastening Systems, Kentec, Mid-Atlantic Fasteners, WesternTool Supply, Duo-Fast Carolinas and Carlson Systems have come together to form SouthernCarlson. With stores in 145 locations in 34 states and Mexico, the new SouthernCarlson is a network of local companies with nationwide logistics and purchasing support. From residential construction to industrial fastening, SouthernCarlson is unified for a single purpose: to serve the customer.

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