Melbourne, FL — June 16^th, 2026 – Element Logic, a global provider of warehouse automation solutions, and The Hillman Group, a leading provider of hardware products and merchandising solutions, celebrated the groundbreaking of Hillman’s new multi-purpose facility in Forest Park, Ohio.

The project reflects a close collaboration between the two organizations, built on a shared commitment to thoughtful planning, operational excellence, and long-term partnership. Since the earliest stages of facility planning, teams from Hillman and Element Logic have worked together to develop an approach aligned with Hillman’s business objectives and operational requirements.

Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Hillman has grown into a leading provider of hardware-related products and solutions serving customers across North America. As the company planned for its new distribution center, it sought a partner capable of supporting the project from concept through implementation.

Element Logic was selected for its experience delivering complex automation projects and its collaborative approach to solution development. Together, the companies have spent more than two years planning and designing the facility, bringing together expertise from across operations, engineering, project management, and supply chain teams.

The Hillman Group is proud to reach this milestone and appreciates the strong partnership with Element Logic,

said Jon Michael Adinolfi, President & CEO of Hillman

“This new facility represents an important step forward for our business and reflects years of thoughtful planning and collaboration. We look forward to continuing our work with Element Logic as the project moves into its next phase.

Throughout the project, both organizations have emphasized partnership, transparency, and shared accountability, creating a foundation for long-term collaboration as the facility moves from planning into construction and implementation.

“Reaching this milestone is the result of tremendous collaboration between our teams,”

said Shannan Newsome, Senior Vice President of Sales for Element Logic.

“Over the past two years, we’ve built a strong working relationship with Hillman based on trust, shared goals, and a commitment to delivering the project successfully. We’re proud to celebrate this moment together and look forward to the next phase of the journey.”

The facility will incorporate a range of automation and material handling technologies designed to support distribution operations, with Element Logic serving as Hillman’s integration and implementation partner throughout the project.

“We are proud to partner with Hillman on this project and to celebrate this important milestone together,” said Krish Nathan, Chief Executive Officer of Element Logic Americas. “We are excited to help bring our vision to life.”

About The Hillman Group

Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Hillman is a leading provider of hardware and related products serving retail, pro distribution, and industrial MRO customers. Over the last 60-plus years, Hillman has built a legacy of service and growth by forming strategic partnerships with North America’s leading home improvement, hardware, and farm and fleet retailers. Hillman differentiates itself from the competition with its dedicated field sales team of 1,200+ associates, direct-to-store distribution capabilities, and world class global sourcing and supply chain expertise. The company offers an extensive product portfolio of more than 111,000 SKUs, including fasteners (power screws, nuts, and bolts), hardware (builder’s hardware, door locks, rope & chain, accessories), project gear & supplies (gloves, work gear, paint & cleaning sundries), and key and engraving services (key duplication, auto keys, and engraving). Hillman is committed to delivering exceptional customer service, innovative products, and dependable solutions to its customers and regularly earns vendor of the year recognition from top customers. For more information on Hillman, visit www.hillman.com.

About Element Logic

Element Logic is a global technology company specializing in intelligent warehouse automation and software solutions. By integrating advanced robotics, data, and system orchestration, Element Logic helps customers unlock smarter, more efficient supply chain operations. For more information, please visit www.elementlogic.net/us

 

Media Contact

Element Logic

Gina Rotermund, Head of Marketing

Email: gina.rotermund@elementlogic.net

The Hillman Group
Helena Earl 
Senior Manager, Communications 
helena.earl@hillmangroup.com