Disc-Lock International Appoints GSA S.A. as Distributor
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Expands DISC-LOCK International Network in Chile
Culver City, Calif. - March 19, 2012 - DISC-LOCK International, a California based company specializing in the manufacture and distribution of safe, secure and vibration-proof fastening systems, including the Safety Wheel Nut and Locking Washers, today appointed GSA S.A. as a key distributor.
GSA S.A. will administer product distribution in Chile along with providing a significant expansion of the DISC-LOCK International distributor network.
"We welcome GSA S.A. as the latest member of our exemplary distributor network," said Alistair McKinlay, Chairman of DISC-LOCK International. "South America with its rapid industrial growth, and Chile in particular, are significant markets for our fasteners and GSA S.A. will be influential with their industry and business alliances," added McKinlay.
GSA S.A. is headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Ronald Gumpertz of GSA S.A. will handle and distribute the entire line of DISC-LOCK products including; Safety Wheel Nut, Locking Nut, Truck Frame Fastening System, Rail Car Fastening System, Shear Wrench, Tension Control Bolt, Hex Head Bolt and Locking Washer.
"Ronald's experience in industrial sales and operational background in distribution are key to our international business," said Greg White, Vice President of DISC-LOCK International. "DISC-LOCK technology will now be readily available throughout Chile's industrial and commercial base with Ronald's presence," added White.
Chile is one of South America's most stable and prosperous nations and recognized as an important economic power. 80% of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) continues to go to four sectors: electricity, gas, water and mining. These four sectors are ideal customers for DISC-LOCK fastener technology along with Chile's expanding industrial and manufacturing base.
About DISC-LOCK International
DISC-LOCK International, headquartered in Culver City, Calif., manufactures a complete range of safety fastening solutions for transportation, industry and the military including trucks, trailers, buses and wind turbines and towers. DISC-LOCK products include; Safety Wheel Nut, Vibration Proof Locking Nut, Truck Frame Fastening System, Rail Car Fastening System, Armor Fastening System, Shear Wrench, Tension Control Bolt, Hex Head Bolt and Locking Washers. Established in 1980, DISC-LOCK International distributes to all 50 states in the U.S. and 31 countries worldwide. DISC-LOCK is a minority-owned business.
