Company Overview - Fastenal Company operates approximately 1,600 branch locations across 25 countries, providing a wide range of fasteners, safety products, metal cutting products, and other industrial supplies to various sectors including manufacturing, construction, and government [2][3]. - The company employs a "high-touch, high-tech" approach, focusing on local expertise, customer-facing technology, and efficient supply chain management to help customers reduce costs and risks [2]. Recent Developments - Fastenal has announced a conference call scheduled for October 13, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. central time to review its third quarter earnings and current operations [1]. - The company has launched a new high-tech distribution center in Magna, Utah, covering 298,000 square feet, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and customer service in the region [4].