Join Fastenal and OECM for our first-ever joint tradeshow – a hands-on event designed for Ontario’s broader public sector organizations.
Whether you’re managing facilities in education, healthcare, municipal government, or another public sector setting, this event will showcase the tools, services, and supplier/OEM partnerships available to support your operations.
What to Expect:
- Explore the latest in MRO equipment, tools, maintenance, and safety supplies through OECM’s Facilities Maintenance, Repair and Operations Products and Related Services agreement
- Hands-on demos with vending machines, lockers, and new eCommerce filters to simplify purchasing
- Engage with vendor partners on ESG, recycling, and Canadian supply chain initiatives
- Discover Fastenal’s toolbox of resources to help drive cost savings, efficiency, and procurement success
- Experience point-of-use technologies, analytics tools, and supply chain innovations
- Network with peers, suppliers, and Fastenal/OECM representatives
Meet trusted OEMs and manufacturers, including Brady, Dentec Safety Specialty, DeWalt, Gates, GearWrench, Gojo, Kimberly-Clark Professional, Linedrive, Milwaukee, Pelican, Ronco, Superior Glove, Tillsonbrands, and Watson Gloves.
Optional Guided Distribution Hub Tour:
Take a look inside Fastenal’s distribution center, just a 5–minute drive from the tradeshow venue. These guided tours offer a behind-the-scenes views of how Fastenal delivers reliable, efficient service to OECM customers.
Location: Fastenal Distribution Center, 900 Wabanaki Drive, Kitchener, ON
Tour Times: 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Tour highlights include:
- On-Hand Inventory – See the volume of products Fastenal maintains to support your supply needs
- Automation – Explore Fastenal’s advanced systems that streamlines operations
- Solutions in Action – Learn how Fastenal utilizes its own technologies to drive performance
- Order Efficiency & Accuracy – Understand the processes behind Fastenal’s consistent and timely fulfillment
Hotel Accommodations: Take advantage of a special group rate at the Home2 Suites by Hilton Kitchener (30 Fairway Road South Bldg B, Kitchener, Ontario, N2A 2N2).
Available Dates: October 6 – 8, 2025
Rate: $169/night (King or Double Queen), includes complimentary breakfast and parking
Book your special rate room by September 5, 2025
If you require booking assistance, please contact: Kathleen Doric at Kathleen.Doric@Hilton.com

