AD announced that Carson’s Nut-Bolt & Tool Co., Inc. joined the AD Industrial & Safety Division – U.S. effective January 1, 2026.

Founded in 1969, Carson’s Nut-Bolt & Tool Co., Inc. has grown from a small family-owned fastener business into a full-line industrial supply house serving contractors, fabricators, OEMs, government professionals and industrial customers across South Carolina and the surrounding region. Still family owned and operated more than 50 years later, Carson’s has built a reputation for "personalized service, deep inventory, and industry expertise that helps professionals find the right tools and solutions for every job."

According to the company, Carson’s sets itself apart with a broad product offering that includes fasteners, hand tools, power tools, jobsite equipment, pneumatic tools, cutting tools and more—stocking over 70,000 items to meet customer needs. What began as a two-person operation now includes four locations located in upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina. 

John Carson, General Manager of Carson’s Nut-Bolt & Tool, shared:

“For more than five decades, our family has built Carson’s around trust, integrity, and doing right by our customers and our people. Joining AD connects us with a community that shares those same values. This partnership strengthens our ability to grow thoughtfully, support our customers at a higher level, and ensure our family’s legacy continues with purpose for generations to come.”

"As a privately held, fourth-generation business, the Carson team remains committed to delivering exceptional customer care, technical knowledge, and dependable service. Their focus on strong relationships, comprehensive product solutions, and local support makes them a valued partner for contractors and industrial professionals throughout their markets. "