Hillman opens Kansas City region facility

Cincinnati-based Hillman Solutions Corp. opened a new distribution in Belton, Missouri, a southern suburb of Kansas City. Relocating from Rialto, California, Hillman’s new facility is approximately 305,000 square feet

Located advantageously within one-to-two business days of 85 percent of the U.S. population, the facility fulfilled its first shipment on April 3.

According to CEO Doug Cahill, the Kansas City facility will be optimal for logistics, allowing the facility to get products on the shelves of the more than 40,000 retail locations Hillman ships to faster than ever. “Taking care of the customer is in our DNA and this move will help us do just that,” said Cahill.

In a press release, the fastener, hardware and merchandising-solutions provider pointed to the benefits of the Missouri location. The Kansas City region offers abundant access to rail, air, water and road transportation, with 30% more interstate miles per capita than any other U.S. city, the company said.

“Hillman’s selection of Belton, Missouri, for its new facility reinforces our region as a hub for distribution,” said Chris Gutierrez, president of KC SmartPort. “The Kansas City region’s central location, multi-modal transportation, skilled workforce and vertical readiness help position leading companies like Hillman for continued growth.”