> > I've seen in a few different places hardware racks and bins where a
> > vendor keeps the supply stocked. My partner and I spend too much time
> > digging through assorted piles of crap looking for common hardware, and
> > it's really annoying me. The cost of the part is piddling compared to > > the
> > cost of our time.
> > What are some of the folks that do this, what is it called, and can
> > anyone offer me some pros and cons of having this done? Are there any
> > folks in the Seattle area that do this (I know there is, just don't know
> > who) and are there any recommendations for one or the other?
>
>
> Check with your nearest FASTENAL store. They may even supply the bins if
> the volume is there.
>
> There is an outfit called MIDWEST FASTENER that does all the hardware at > the
> local farm
> supply store. They do the stocking, maintain the inventory levels, etc.
> Their stuff is not cheap,
> but there is a bunch of variety.
>
> If it's just nuts and bolts, check with the local fastener companies. Most
> of them have outside
> sales people on established routes.
> >
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