Pencom’s “Manufactured globally, supplied locally” philosophy provides customers with low cost global manufacturing, while still offering localized inventory and technical support. Founded in 1982 by William A. Gardiner, Pencom has been awarded preferred supplier status by many of the worlds largest OEM’s and contract manufacturers. The company employs more than 400 people globally and has approximately 145, 000 square feet of manufacturing space at its various locations. ISO certified, Pencom is committed to supplying our customers with quality parts on time. This philosophy transverses the entire Pencom staff from senior management to shipping. Full-service capabilities in design, engineering and manufacturing, with an innovative ability to supply low-tech components with a high-tech inventory system, sets Pencom apart from its competition. The company offers precision machining, turning, milling, screw machining and stamping for prototypes and high volume production. These processes are used to manufacture captive screws, inserts, latches, spacers, self-clinching nuts and other mechanical hardware, including ejectors and handles. It also produces electro-mechanical components, such as switches and connectors, and thermal management components, such as custom heat sinks, heat pipes and ducting. With an eye towards the future, Pencom&＃039;s “Visible Inventory” System, provides customers with the opportunity to view their inventory in “real time, ” eliminating the use of manual counting or bar coding.