Toshiaki Ogasawara, the founder of Nifco, started his professional career with the Japan branch of Steel Brothers. While at Steel Brothers, he obtained the firm’s scholarship and studied at the University of London. On his return he established Nichiei Bussan Co., Ltd. He eventually proceeded to study in the U.S. and established relationships with managers at Illinois Tool Works (ITW) who were vigorously pushing to develop plastic fasteners. In 1967 a joint venture between Nichiei Bussan and ITW was established, and the company was named Nippon Industrial Fastener Corporation (Nifco) which was renamed to Nifco Inc. in 1970
In 1986 ITW-Nifco Inc. was cofounded with ITW in Ohio U.S.A. The collaboration ended after 10 years and Nifco US Corporation was established.
Toshiaki Ogasawara established a Nifco Spirit that embodies small beginnings leading to greater things. From facing challenges to selling solutions with unending creativity and a focus to provide quick responses by always being close to the customer.
Based in Shelbyville, KY, just outside of Louisville, KY,
where you will find beautiful, serene views, this plant, in keeping with the Nifco spirit of staying close to the customers and providing support, is located near Toyota Motor Manufacturing and specializes in plastic injection molding and automation.
Our Chihuahua plant was built in 2005 and is currently our main hub for hand assembly such as cupholders, latch assemblies for gloveboxes, ADAS assemblies and charge port door.
Nifco Central Mexico is an extension of Nifco America catering to the Mexico automotive market.
Nestled in the small town of La Vergne, Tennessee, this plant was established to cater to the Nissan Smyrna vehicle assembly plant. It embodies Nifco’s commitment to quality and teamwork.
The Warehouse located in Canal Winchester, Ohio, is the main logistics hub for shipping with state of the art warehouse management system.
Nifco America Corporation has a sales office in Troy, Michigan, close to Motor City. Our Sales Team thrives on being close to the customer and generating ideas to turn your expectations into reality.
