From Business: True Value Company, headquartered in Chicago, is one of the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperatives worldwide. Established as Cotter & Company in 1948, the company employs…

From Business: We are a leading merchandising organization founded in 1986 to exclusively service the merchandising, sales & marketing needs of independent two-step distribution.

From Business: Handy Kenlin Group offer a variety of products and services, and has its head office located in Melrose Park, Ill. Established more than 30 years ago, it can manufacture…

From Business: Boss Straw is a leading manufacturer of high-quality straws based in Woodstock, IL. We specialize in producing durable, eco-friendly, and customizable straws for various…

From Business: Nagel Chase, based in Gurnee, Ill., is a division of Payson Casters, a company that offers a range of casting products to clients. Established in 1873, Payson Casters offers…

From Business: Established in 1925, Braun Manufacturing Company is a manufacturer and supplier of hinges. It has been serving the new construction and remodeling industries for more than 60…

From Business: Founded in 1920, A. L. Hansen Manufacturing Company is a full-service business that provides a range of commercial, vehicle and industrial hardware products. It offers…

From Business: Vaughan & Bushnell Mfg. Co. was founded in Peoria, Ill., by Alexander Vaughan. It began as a plumbing business, which consisted of digging wells and piping water into the…