Companies in the Fasteners-Industrial (Wholesale) industry are involved in the wholesale distribution of industrial fasteners, which are hardware devices that mechanically join or affix two or more objects together. These fasteners are used in a wide range of industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. The industry includes a variety of fasteners such as screws, bolts, nuts, washers, rivets, and pins. Fasteners can be made from a range of materials including steel, aluminum, brass, and plastic. Companies in this industry typically purchase fasteners from manufacturers and then distribute them to retailers, contractors, and other end-users.