Distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies to industrial customers.
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., headquartered in Melville, New York, operates as a leading distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products and services across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. With a comprehensive product offering, MSC Industrial Direct serves a diverse customer base ranging from individual machine shops to Fortune 1000 manufacturing giants and government agencies.
The company's extensive inventory encompasses approximately 2.1 million stock-keeping units (SKUs), including cutting tools, measuring instruments, metalworking products, fasteners, raw materials, machinery hand and power tools, safety supplies, janitorial products, plumbing supplies, materials handling equipment, power transmission components, and electrical supplies. These products are made accessible through various channels such as catalogs, brochures, e-commerce platforms like mscdirect.com, and specialized inventory management solutions.
MSC Industrial Direct operates through a robust distribution network that includes 6 customer fulfillment centers, 10 regional inventory centers, and 38 warehouses strategically located to efficiently serve its customer base. This network ensures timely delivery and comprehensive support across its markets.
Founded in 1941, MSC Industrial Direct has built a reputation for reliability and expertise in the MRO industry. By combining broad product availability with advanced logistics capabilities and dedicated customer care, MSC continues to play a pivotal role in enabling productivity and efficiency enhancements for its customers' operations.