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CARR LANE

4200 Carr Ln Ct, St. Louis, MO 63119

314-647-6200

Business Hours

Monday

2 AM to 11:59 PM CST

Tuesday thru Saturday

24 Hours

Sunday

12 AM to 7 PM CST

The idea that became the basis for Carr Lane Manufacturing came to Earl Walker in 1952 while he was working as a foreman in the Tooling Division at McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Co. (then Curtis-Wright Aircraft), where he saw an ever increasing need for standardized parts.

Mr. Walker and a few others began to manufacture parts in an old wooden garage in St. Louis. Making pins for McDonnell Douglas, they worked nights and weekends while day jobs provided funds for equipment. All of the original Carr Lane Manufacturing catalog product drawings were hand-drawn by Earl’s wife, Myrtle E. Walker.

In 1953, their old welder started a fire, burning down the garage. The company relocated to larger quarters, and decades of growth began.

Myrtle Walker, Earl’s wife and key to the company’s early success, oversaw the building of an inventory of commonly used parts, and initiated a policy of 93% to 96% of orders received by 3 p.m. being shipped the same day. The policy is still in effect today.

In the early 1960s, aircraft building and OEM manufacturing were rapidly expanding. Carr Lane Manufacturing positioned itself on the leading edge by committing to an in-stock inventory, a solid chain of distributors, and superior customer service. Over the years, the company added thousands of new products, as engineering innovations continued.

In 1996, Carr Lane received ISO 9001 certification, important since Carr Lane by then was exporting globally. The company has proudly maintained this coveted certification ever since.

To assure Y2K compliance, Carr Lane went online on May 24, 1999, with a new Oracle-integrated computer application system for order processing, inventory, and purchasing. The company catalog, then over 550 pages, became part of the worldwide web and available to many more customers than ever before.

Watching every aspect of production has been a central part of Carr Lane’s success. Earl and Myrtle Walker attributed a great deal of the company’s success to a willingness to make changes as needed. “If you want to be successful, you have to be flexible,” Mr. Walker once said. They also attributed much of their success to their vast distributor network. But most importantly, they both believed in and practiced their original corporate philosophy of striving to provide “Savings Through Standardized Parts.”

Today, innovations continue at Carr Lane Manufacturing. Now managed by the Walkers’ daughter Nance Frost (CEO) and her husband Alan Frost (President), Carr Lane continues to bring the best in the manufacturing tooling industry to its customers. New product launches have brought customers improved quality and faster production methods for the parts they need. A revised corporate identity in 2012 combined with the launch of a new ERP software application and a new corporate website in 2015 continue the company’s desire to stay true to its customers’ needs by focusing on the industry’s future opportunities.

Grainger Industrial Supply

2227 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103

314-231-5031

Business Hours

Monday thru Friday

7 AM to 5 PM CST

Harbor Freight Tools

9901 Watson Rd #133, St. Louis, MO 63126

314-835-1270

Business Hours

Monday thru Saturday

8 AM to 8 PM CST

Sunday

9 AM to 6 PM CST

In 1977, when Harbor Freight Tools was started as a small family-owned business, we made a commitment to provide working people with great quality tools at the lowest prices. And for over 35 years, Harbor Freight Tools has done just that. From hand tools and generators, to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools, Harbor Freight offers more than 7,000 tools and accessories at quality levels that match or exceed competing brands, but at prices that are up to 80% less.

HOW DOES HARBOR FREIGHT SELL GREAT QUALITY TOOLS AT THE LOWEST PRICES?

We buy direct from the same factories who supply the expensive brands and pass the savings on to you. It’s just that simple! Visit one of our 750+ Stores Nationwide and see for yourself why over 30 million satisfied customers and leading automotive and consumer magazines keep talking about our great quality and unbeatable prices.

AT HARBOR FREIGHT, QUALITY IS OUR OBSESSION

We test our tools in our own state-of-the-art labs, just like those operated by leading consumer advocate organizations. We put our tools through punishing tests, which far exceed the strain of normal use, ensuring that our tools perform to professional standards and stay tough for the long haul. Most importantly, when it comes to quality, we walk the walk – with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, no hassle return policy and a lifetime warranty on all hand tools.

THE HARBOR FREIGHT FAMILY

With over 750+ stores and over 30 million satisfied customers, Harbor Freight Tools continues to grow, but we’re still family owned and for over 3 decades our mission has remained the same: deliver an incredible assortment of great quality tools at the lowest prices. See for yourself – stop by one of our 750+ stores today and discover why Harbor Freight Tools is the place to go for all of your tool needs.

Eric Smidt,
CEO/President
Harbor Freight Tools

KBC Tools & Machinery

910 Busse Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

800-521-1740

Business Hours

Monday thru Friday

8 AM to 5 PM CST

Lowe’s Home Improvement

2300 Maplewood Commons Dr, Maplewood, MO 63143

314-450-1000

Business Hours

Monday thru Saturday

6 AM to 10 PM CST

Sunday

8 AM to 8 PM CST

MSC Industrial Supply

921 Fee Fee Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

1-800-645-7270

Our Goal

As a $2.9 billion company with more than 6,000 experienced associates and more than 3,000 suppliers, we work with customers big and small. Our goal is to drive results for their businesses – from keeping operations running efficiently today to continuously rethinking, retooling and optimizing for a more productive tomorrow.

Our History

Founded by Sid Jacobson in 1941, our company continues to build on a rich history of commitment to our customers, our shareholders, our associates and the communities in which we live and work.

How We Deliver:

Metalworking

With our unique 3-step Application Optimization process, our metalworking specialists survey your machining operations, recommend improvements and document results.

MRO

We help you identify indirect spending and put in place processes to manage costs effectively and efficiently.

ControlPoint Inventory Management

We help you gain the visibility you need to manage consumption and control costs with solutions that include vending, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Customer Managed Inventory (CMI), eProcurement, inventory management software and onsite services.

Business Needs Analysis

We get to know your business, understand your goals, analyze areas where you can drive efficiencies, and document recommended changes through a range of solutions to address your specific needs.

McMaster-Carr

600 N County Line Rd.
Elmhurst, IL 60126-2034

630-833-0300

Menards

1700 S Hanley Rd, St. Louis, MO 63144

314-669-0081

Business Hours

Monday thru Saturday

6:30 AM to 10 PM CST

Sunday

8 AM to 8 PM CST

The Home Depot

1603 S Hanley Rd, Brentwood, MO 63144

314-647-6050

Business Hours

Monday thru Saturday

6 AM to 10 PM CST

Sunday

7AM to 8 PM CST

WM Berg Inc

5138 International Dr, Cudahy, WI 53110

414-747-5800

An Industry Leader

In Precision Components

For just under 50 years, customers have been relying on Berg’s engineering services and staff of specialists to provide technical assistance with their precision components design and product application requirements. From the belts in your everyday printer to the high precision gears used in medical diagnostic equipment, to the durability requirements of robotics and telecommunications, we supply our precision components to industries worldwide.

Our Commitment To Quality

Quality isn’t just a word it’s a culture. At the heart of quality lies core values such as continuous improvement and total associated engagement. At WM Berg, we employ Lean and Six Sigma tools to continually improve our processes, achieve quality precision mechanical components and assemblies. We strive to always provide customers with a solution that fits their needs, on-time.

Experts In Your Industry

Dedicated On-Site Engineers

From concept to prototype to production, Berg mechanical, application and design engineers consistently deliver innovative solutions.

WE PARTNER WITH RESPECTED DISTRIBUTORS

Extensive Network of Suppliers

We enjoy a great relationship with many of the most respected distributors of motion control products such as Motion Industries and Applied Industrial Technology as well as many regional distributors. Many of our customers enjoy the security of having “local stock” that they can pick up same-day if necessary. Also, many of our distribution partners provide product bundling and/or

Our State Of The Art Facility

150,000 Square Foot Lean Manufacturing Facility

Capabilities
Berg operates an ISO 9001:2008 certified, world class manufacturing facility in Cudahy, WI.  The facility currently features multiple CNC lathe machines, 3 and 5 Axis CNC milling machines, Gear hobbing machines, Bevel gear cutting machines, gear shaping machines, molding machines, assembly and thread rolling machines all maintained and organized within a lean environment.

Berg continues to invest in new technologies, such as the Koepfer Gear Hobber that is due to start work in 2016. These machines and the skilled workforce at Berg support our ability to offer our extensive standard catalog precision components and special part manufacturing capabilities.

Northern Tool + Equipment

233 Arnold Crossroads Center, Arnold, MO 63010

636-333-0484

Business Hours

Monday thru Saturday

8 AM to 8 PM CST

Sunday

9 AM to 5PM CST

Family Owned And Operated

Since 1981, family-owned Northern Tool + Equipment has grown into the ultimate destination for hard working do-it-yourselfers and professionals. Our selection of generators, pressure washers, power and hand tools, air compressors, welders, material handling equipment and more includes top national brands and our own world-class products, which we engineer and build in our own manufacturing facilities. We offer useful products at a great price and back them with product expertise and customer care. We provide you with the tools to tackle tough challenges.

Small Parts Inc

600 Humphrey St, Logansport, IN 46947

574-753-6323