BUMAX and STAR Stainless: A Year of Collaboration, Growth, and Strategic Expansion into the North American Market

One year after formalizing the distribution partnership between STAR Stainless, a LindFast Solutions Group company, and BUMAX AB, the collaboration continues to build momentum in its mission to expand the availability and adoption of premium stainless-steel fasteners across the United States.

The agreement, finalized in 2024, followed years of discussions, evolving strategies, and renewed focus from both organizations. What began as early as 2019 as a result of introductions via a mutual partner truly gained traction in early 2023, when both companies aligned on timing, vision, and market opportunity.

BUMAX’s strategy of developing strategic distribution partnerships—coupled with its North American market focus—led to a perfect alignment and ideal timing.

“Some of the strongest partnerships are those that evolve over time,” said Jacob Bergström, segment manager for distributors at BUMAX. “This past year has shown the results of years of persistence and relationship-building.”

Following the agreement in 2024, both companies dedicated months to aligning logistics, inventory strategy, product range, and pricing to ensure a successful U.S. launch. InSeptember 2024, the partnership was formally introduced to the industry at International Fastener Fair, whereBUMAX exhibited alongside STAR Stainless.

Since then, efforts have been centered on sales operations, go-to-market strategies, and building industry awareness. With multiple STAR Stainless locations now stocking BUMAX products, customers nationwide enjoy seamless access to BUMAX’s renowned high-performance stainless-steel fasteners—products backed by a century of expertise in stainless steel materials and precision engineering.

“After recently joining BUMAX USA, I’ve seen this partnership as key to our expansion in North America,” said Ben Linville, head of sales at BUMAX, USA. “I’m excited for this collaboration to continue delivering value to STAR Stainless’ extensive distribution network and redefine what OEMs can expect from stainless steel fastener performance in the American market.”

With increasing demand for higher-grade stainless-steel products across defense, marine, petrochemical, construction, semiconductor, and space technology, the BUMAX–STAR Stainless partnership is well-positioned to meet those needs with exceptional technical solutions and reliable nationwide availability.

“Together, we are not only improving product access but also educating key industries on the unique performance advantages BUMAX brings to critical applications,” added Tim Roberto, President of STAR Stainless. “At STAR, our goal is to be the industry’s most dependable partner by offering the broadest, deepest, and most ubiquitous inventory in the market. Partnering with BUMAX enables us to meet stringent stainless-steel standards and specifications not historically available. Their engineering expertise makes what was once thought impossible now a reality.”

With year one complete, both teams are eager to deepen their collaboration and further solidify BUMAX’s presence across North America.

Star Stainless, aLindFast Solutions Group company, is one of the largest stainless steel fastener distributors in the United States. Known for its high-quality products, packaging capabilitiesand unmatched customer service, Star Stainless supports the distribution market with an extensive inventory, Right Off the Shelf.

BUMAX AB, headquartered in Sweden, is a global leader in premium stainless-steel fasteners. Recognized for its unmatched quality, strength, and corrosion resistance, BUMAX products serve critical industries worldwide.