Austin Hardware & Supply, Inc.

Austin Hardware & Supply, Inc. Austin Hardware is a distributor of specialty industrial and vehicular hardware, serving metal fabricators & transportation industry manufacturers since 1960.

Austin Hardware & Supply is a wholesale stocking distributor of specialty industrial and vehicular hardware. More than just a supplier of hardware, we have been Securing Solutions for Your Business since 1960. Solutions that quickly help you solve issues of quality, price, availability, application, and more. Also at the heart of our 50+ years in business is a dedication to conscientious customer

service that follows the rule of “Good Enough Never Is.” That means you will receive the very best possible customer service, and then a little bit more, every time you do business with us. Twitter:
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Every camping trip starts long before the campsite. 🚐Today’s RV buyers expect residential-style comfort paired with reli...
06/02/2026

Every camping trip starts long before the campsite. 🚐

Today’s RV buyers expect residential-style comfort paired with reliable performance on the road, and that experience is shaped by the hardware they use every day.

During National Camping Month, we’re highlighting the hardware details that help RV manufacturers deliver comfort, durability, and long-term performance where customers notice it most.
✔️ Smooth compartment access
✔️ Secure latching systems
✔️ Quiet, reliable door operation
✔️ Weather seals built for the road ahead

Explore our latest blog to explore how the right RV hardware helps manufacturers create better experiences on and off the road: https://www.austinhardware.com/blog/the-rv-experience-starts-before-the-campsite

Outfitting a trailer takes more than just parts. It takes solutions that work together in the real world.From access har...
05/29/2026

Outfitting a trailer takes more than just parts. It takes solutions that work together in the real world.

From access hardware, fasteners, and chemicals to custom-engineered components, Austin Hardware helps manufacturers source the products needed to build reliable, high-performing trailers.

What makes many of our Austin Engineered products different is how they begin, through conversations with customers. We listen to the challenges OEMs face on the production floor and develop practical solutions designed to improve functionality, durability, and efficiency.

Whether you need standard components or engineered solutions tailored to specific applications, our team is focused on helping you build smarter and solve problems before they slow production down.

Explore Austin Engineered trailer solutions and see how we help support the trailer industry from concept to completion. ➡️https://ow.ly/NzR550YWl5q

Minor disruptions on the production floor can create major operational challenges over time.An operator searching for pa...
05/28/2026

Minor disruptions on the production floor can create major operational challenges over time.

An operator searching for parts. A crowded workstation. A bin running empty sooner than expected. Over time, these everyday disruptions impact throughput, accuracy, and overall efficiency.

In our latest blog, we break down the differences between kitting and line-side inventory, including:
🔹The benefits and tradeoffs of each approach
🔹In what scenarios each system works best
🔹Why many manufacturers are moving toward a hybrid model
🔹The hidden costs that often go unnoticed on the production floor

Read the full blog to explore which strategy may be the right fit for your operation. ➡️ https://ow.ly/oeVH50Z1HSX

Small spaces demand smarter solutions.From maximizing storage to improving functionality and safety, Austin Hardware sup...
05/27/2026

Small spaces demand smarter solutions.

From maximizing storage to improving functionality and safety, Austin Hardware supports tiny home builds with the specialty hardware needed to make every inch work harder. Whether it’s drawer slides for hidden storage, gas springs for lift-assist access, or latches designed for compact environments, every detail plays a role in performance.

Built for tight spaces. Designed for real-world use.

Learn More: https://ow.ly/CMoF50YW7cq

Please join us in celebrating Briana Russell on her 5-year anniversary with Austin Hardware!As a Buyer on our Purchasing...
05/26/2026

Please join us in celebrating Briana Russell on her 5-year anniversary with Austin Hardware!

As a Buyer on our Purchasing team, Briana plays an important role in helping keep our supply chain running smoothly. She works closely with suppliers and internal teams to manage inventory, coordinate orders, and help ensure our customers receive the parts they need when they need them.

We appreciate Briana’s dedication, teamwork, and commitment over the past five years and look forward to her continued success at Austin.

Congratulations, Briana, and thank you for all you do!

As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacri...
05/22/2026

As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We are deeply grateful for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Wishing everyone a safe, reflective, and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

In observance of the holiday, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th.

05/21/2026

🚑 EMS Week Spotlight: Engineered for the Demands of Emergency Response

In emergency medical services, every second matters, and every detail inside the vehicle can impact patient care and crew safety.

At Austin Hardware, our Austin Engineered Solutions are designed specifically for emergency response environments, helping EMS teams operate more safely, efficiently, and confidently in the field. From crash-tested storage to streamlined, one-handed operation hardware, these solutions are built around the realities of emergency response work:

✅ LifeDefender™ Cabinet Systems – engineered to help improve occupant safety and meet demanding crash performance standards
✅ Snap N’ Stow™ Storage Systems – modular, secure storage that keeps critical supplies organized and accessible in transit
✅ Ceiling IV Hangers – designed for one-handed operation to support faster, safer patient care
✅ Squad Bench Latch Systems – dependable access solutions that improve workflow inside the patient compartment

Each product is developed in collaboration with industry partners and built to perform in the environments where reliability is non-negotiable.

This EMS Week, we recognize the professionals who depend on smart design in critical moments, and the engineering behind the scenes that helps support their mission.

Learn more about our emergency response vehicle solutions:
https://www.austinhardware.com/emergency-response-vehicles/

Great partnerships help drive great solutions. Recently, we had the opportunity to visit our valued UK partner, Albert J...
05/20/2026

Great partnerships help drive great solutions. Recently, we had the opportunity to visit our valued UK partner, Albert Jagger, and spend time strengthening the relationship that supports customers across the UK market.

We always appreciate the collaboration and shared expertise that come from working closely with our partners. Opportunities like these are a great reminder of the value strong partnerships bring in delivering quality products, service, and support worldwide.

Thank you to the Albert Jagger team for the hospitality and partnership. We look forward to continued success together!

05/19/2026

Safe, accessible transportation plays a critical role in patient care and community mobility. At Austin Hardware, we work closely with industry partners to help solve real-world challenges for emergency vehicle OEMs and end users.

Safe Assist, Austin Hardware’s patent-pending ramp assist system, was recently featured in a collaboration with Albert Jagger supporting Blue Light Services (BLS), one of the UK’s leading ambulance conversion specialists serving both private healthcare providers and the NHS.

Safe Assist is designed to reduce the physical strain associated with opening and closing ramps. With uniform weight distribution, heavy ramps can be operated with minimal effort throughout the full range of motion when Safe Assist is installed. The system helps improve operator control, reduce injury risk, and support better long-term ergonomics for transport professionals.

Learn the full article on this case study: https://ow.ly/30eM50YW978

This EMS Week, we recognize the professionals who answer the call every day, providing emergency response, patient care,...
05/18/2026

This EMS Week, we recognize the professionals who answer the call every day, providing emergency response, patient care, medical transport, and community support when it matters most.

From first responders and paramedics to transport operators and support teams, your dedication helps keep patients safe and communities moving. Thank you for the long hours, quick decisions, and compassionate care you provide every day.

Austin Hardware is proud to support the vehicles, equipment, and solutions that help EMS and patient transport professionals operate safely and efficiently.

As part of EMS Week, we’re also launching a 2-part blog series focused on EMS vehicle and mobility solutions that support emergency response and patient transport operations.

Read Part 1 now: https://www.austinhardware.com/blog/advanced-ems-vehicle-safety-systems-austin-hardware-lifedefender-solutions/

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