About Us

The Beginning

An aerial view of a Fastco in 1970 with a large white building, smaller structures, and numerous parked cars in a rural area.

In the mid-1960s, Arvin Tap and Stephen Frantz started a small company whose purpose was to buy, refurbish, and sell used machine equipment. When the partners purchased cold forming machine, they discovered there was little demand for its resale in West Michigan. Rather than selling the equipment, the two partners changed the focus of the business to manufacturing. Fastco became a cold headed fastener manufacturer, specializing in custom studs, bolts, rivets, pins, and screws.

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Where We Are Today

Exterior of Fastco's Sales and Distribution building, three flagpoles with US and company flags, a landscaped area with trees, and a sign reading 'Fastco Industries Inc.' in front of the entrance.

50+ years of engineering excellence in high-volume cold-headed fasteners. As Fastco moves forward to its next 50 years, the company stands ready and poised for substantial growth. Committed to excellence and continual improvement in all aspects of its operations, Fastco is committed to being the best producer of special cold headed fasteners in North America.

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5 Core Values

  • 1. We respect and help all team members excel

  • 2. We create a culture of belonging and inclusion

  • 3. We prioritize a safe work environment

  • 4. We commit to excellence

  • 5. We take accountability and act like owners