Top-class Fastener Distributor Expands with Ever-growing Global Presence-EFC International

by Dean Tseng, Fastener World

Established in 1983 with around 120 employees at the present, EFC is a leading distributor of engineered fasteners and specialty components, committed to surpassing the unique needs of each customer through The EFC Difference, which includes – an ever-growing global presence with multiple offices in USA, Mexico, Germany, China, and Korea. EFC has unsurpassed industry partnerships, dedicated expert people; engineering solutions, the highest standards of quality, and customized inventory/logistics programs. Additionally, its quality is ensured by ISO certification and TS-certified manufacturers, most of whom are world recognized leaders and innovators in their respective fields.

Strong Roots in the Automotive & Industrial Markets

EFC provides one of the world’s widest ranges of premier Engineered Fasteners and Components including but not limited to – Stamped Components, Plastic Injection Molded Components, Cold-Formed Fasteners, Rubber Components, Custom Parts, Assembled Components, Self-Retaining Nuts, Panel Fasteners, Hose Clamps, Electrical and Routing Components. Many of which are proprietary, patented or licensed. EFC is strong in the automotive tiers and OE, industrial and the distributor market. It has a broad type and level of customer and serves them all with not only ‘off the shelf’ products, but highly engineered products to give them the opportunity to a one-source solution for their fastener needs. 

Global Footprints in the U.S., Seoul, Shanghai and Germany

EFC identified global expansion targets that can enhance its reach to key customers, extend partnerships with key suppliers, and diversify business geographically. EFC supports the global supply chain for suppliers and customers with responsiveness, on-time delivery, local engineering support, and overall superior customer service mitigating risk in these areas. Global expansion continues with the recent opening of the office in Germany. The U.S. market continues to be a major focus for EFC and it has sales engineers strategically located throughout, along with warehouses to support customers. EFC has a growing presence in Mexico as well. “We have a team of engineers working closely with suppliers and customers to engineer in products, consolidate and support the growing automotive and industrial markets in Mexico,” said marketing production manager Joyce Gerber.

Business Enhanced with the Acquisition of TCS

At the start of last year, EFC acquired Technology Components Southwest (TCS), a Texas-based fastener distributor. Joyce explained, “TCS customers now experience the benefit of EFC’s purchasing, sourcing, and sales teams with an expanded product line, including many products not available to them prior to the acquisition. Acquisitions, though not targeted at this time, are reviewed often to broaden our product offering, expand global reach, new markets and levels of exclusivity for innovative products.”

Meet EFC at Las Vegas Convention Center & Kentucky Expo Center

This year, EFC will exhibit at NIFMSE and the Green Industry Expo. It participates in table top shows within the fastener industry, and there may be exhibitions that come up throughout the year. Before the end of this interview, Joyce added. “We continuously collaborate with world-class manufacturers to introduce and design the latest in fastener technology. Exclusive and innovative products are a focus of new business development. Look for more engineered solutions and partnerships to come!”