Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer, distributor, and service provider, has moved its global corporate headquarters from Glenview, IL into its manufacturing operations in Wood Dale, IL. By moving to its existing manufacturing facility, the company said it will cut costs and improve operational efficiencies as internal teams and talent will be better positioned in…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer, distributor, and service provider, announced it has added larger diameter (M12-M18) fastener production of the industry standard MATHread and Taptite 2000 licensed products. The larger, M12-M18 MATHread and Taptite 2000 diameters enhance Optimas’ licensed products manufacturing capabilities that already included smaller diameters of the following brands: MATHread Mortorq Phillips…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer/distributor and service provider, has elevated its standing in the fastener supply chain by transforming the way manufacturers improve product design, streamline production, and increase efficiency with new onshore custom and collaborative design engineering capabilities in the U.S. Optimas is currently the only fastener company in America and the UK…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer/distributor and service provider, has completed IATF Certification for its worldwide operations. The company has added its center of excellence in Pune, India, and new distribution sites in Mexicali, Mexico, and Lockbourne, OH to the certification, placing it at a level of quality assurance certification unmatched in the fastener industry.…

Optimas Solutions, a global provider of integrated supply chain solutions, including fasteners and MRO consumables, announced that it has completed a comprehensive refinancing of its debt structure, which positions the company well for long-term growth. According to Optimas’ CFO, Jim Japczyk, the refinancing will enable Optimas to support its operational growth objectives and to deliver…

Congratulations on making it through 2020! The ability to maintain a business during the pandemic, which has included mandatory shutdowns and restrictions, is commendable. And to those fastener manufacturers and distributors that remained essential, there’s much gratitude for your dedication, adaptability, and hard work. Although the past year is not one most want to reflect…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer/distributor and service provider, has re-engineered its manufacturing capabilities at its main facility near Chicago. It will now offer a full suite of fastener manufacturing services direct to original equipment manufacturers (OEM) in North America. By adding manufacturing services to its array of supply chain services for OEMs, Optimas becomes…

It’s certainly been far from the year Marc Strandquist anticipated when he first began his role as president for the Americas with Optimas Solutions in January of 2020. Optimas is a global, tech-enabled industrial manufacturer and distributor that delivers fasteners, inventory management, and production-related solutions. “It’s been a challenge, that’s for sure,” says Strandquist, who…

    Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer and distributor and service provider, announced the opening of a 30,400 sq. ft. facility in St. Louis to handle the U.S. distribution of a new line of manufacturing consumable products. The line focuses on personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO). By adding this…

Optimas Solutions, a global manufacturer and distributor of industrial fasteners and supply chain solutions, announced the promotion of President of the Americas Marc Strandquist to Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds newly elected Optimas Board Chair and AIP Operating Partner TJ Rosengarth. In his new role, he will oversee the planning and execution of the company’s strategic plan…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial distributor and service provider, has announced the launch of a Standard Fastener program that offers on-demand access to common screws, washers, and nuts for maintenance, repair, and production applications with minimal quality documentation requirements. The service is part of its Manufacturing Solutions strategy and will better meet the existing and…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer, distributor, and service provider, announced that it has been awarded the number 20 spot on Industrial Distribution’s 2020 Big 50 List. Released in early October, the Big 50 is a prestigious list of industrial suppliers in the U.S. ranked by the previous year’s revenue. As part of the announcement,…

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many businesses will need to incorporate updated strategies to remain operational. Optimas Solutions, a global industrial distributor and service provider, has already done just that — it’s developed a renewed approach to manufacturing, supply chain services, and e-commerce. Optimas is a tech-enabled industrial manufacturer and distributor that delivers fasteners, inventory…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial distributor and service provider for fastening and supply chain solutions, announced two recent promotions: Randy Nelson to VP of Supply Chain and Strategic Sourcing Matt Kubbinga to Director of Supply Chain These seasoned supply chain veterans are responsible for strategic planning, procurement, supplier performance management, process optimization and automation, demand…