U.S. Tariffs Are Reshaping the Fastener Market
With tariffs on imported steel and aluminum jumping from 25% to 50%, the cost of foreign fasteners is rising. This shift is pushing buyers to rethink their sourcing—and many are turning to domestic suppliers.

U.S.-Made Fasteners Are Gaining Ground
As the price gap narrows, U.S. manufacturers like Aztech are competing not just on cost, but also on quality, lead times, and service. For industries like automotive, construction, and heavy machinery, domestic sourcing offers faster delivery, more stability, and fewer supply chain issues.

The Bigger Economic Picture
Buying American fasteners supports more than just production. According to the National Association of Manufacturers:

• Every $1 spent adds $2.64 to the economy
• Every manufacturing job supports 4.8 others
• Every $1 in wages generates $3.92 in labor income

This movement is about more than tariffs—it’s strengthening U.S. manufacturing.

Engineering Innovation That Sets Us Apart
Aztech’s proprietary locking machines are built and upgraded in-house for unmatched precision and consistency. Our 10-machine fleet, spanning four press sizes, locks fasteners from #8 to 4″—ensuring performance and repeatability across every part.

Aztech Is Built for What’s Next
In 2025, we upgraded to Oracle NetSuite to fully integrate quoting, CRM, ERP, inventory, and customer portals. We also rolled out Material Advanced Planning (MAP), a tool that uses past orders and customer schedules to reserve high-use parts and avoid stockouts.

Locking in Quality
We’re AS9100 and ISO 17025 certified, with in-house automated torque testing systems that log digital results for every lot. Our QA process ensures each part meets strict standards—every time.

For further information regarding the impact of U.S. tariffs on our market and Aztech’s distinctive engineering innovations that facilitate our growth, contact a customer representative today!