Research & Development

A team of over 30 engineers and industrial designers on both sides of the globe make the Meridian Research and Development team one of the best in the industry. Quality, ergonomics, usability, function, cost and innovation are the driving focus of every Meridian designed product. With hundreds of patents under the Meridian International name, the team is constantly creating new and innovative tools that lead the hardware, tool, storage and lawn & garden markets.

Manufacturing

Meridian International has ownership in five state-of-the-art manufacturing plants. With these five plants, Meridian is able to be the prime sales source for both private label and Meridian branded products across multiple tool, hardware and lawn & garden categories. With jaw-dropping capacity, incredible efficiency, and lean manufacturing principals these plants enable them to have superior competence and eliminate unnecessary costs.

Meridian is consistently investing in the newest technologies and machinery, so manufacturing plants stay up to speed with the latest innovations within the industry. Whether it exists or not, Meridian can make it.

Values

Meridian International gives back to the communities that support it all over the world. Annual team building events are centered around philanthropic endeavors, usually in the construction of homes for the underprivileged.
Beyond the products and customers, Meridian strives to make real and lasting change in the world. Meridian has partnered with a non-profit called Set Them Free as sponsors of a world changing event. Set Them Free is a 501c3 organization whose mission is to rescue and restore victims from human trafficking. Meridian’s Brands, TACTIX & Yardsmith have been Title Event sponsors for the past 7 years of their largest fund-raising event called Set Them Free Off Road.

Meridian strives to incorporates conversation into all products. Utilizing recycled materials, designs to minimize waste, Yardsmith sprinklers & nozzles are designed utilize water conservation & minimize leaks, Meridian is doing their part to ensure a beautiful, healthy planet for generations to come.

Meridian strives to incorporates conversation into all products. Utilizing recycled materials, designs to minimize waste, Yardsmith sprinklers & nozzles are designed utilize water conservation & minimize leaks, Meridian is doing their part to ensure a beautiful, healthy planet for generations to come.

Who We Are

Meridian International, an ISO9001 accredited company, has successfully established itself as one of the leading organizations serving the tool and hardware market as well as the lawn and garden market, becoming the headquarters for an effective group of manufacturers with the proven capabilities of serving global customers.

Meridian International works in collaboration with manufacturers, distributors and retailers to get the right tools in the hands of millions across the world. With over 250 employees in six continents, the global reach of Meridian International is unparalleled in the tool and hardware market.

Meridian International owns innovative brands such as TACTIX and Yardsmith and succeeds as one of the top private-label manufacturers in the world.

Mei Zhi

Located in Cixi, China, Meridian MeiZhi specializes in the production of lawn and garden products. The 16,000 square meter facility is capable of die-casting, punching, casting and assembly.

Established in 2004, Meridian MeiZhi has accumulated 15 years of manufacturing experience. As an ISO9001 certified company, Meridian MeiZhi not only creates top-of-the-line products, but also develops new products with a heavy emphasis on research and development.

Meridian MeiZhi’s vast expanse of products includes water nozzles, shower wands, hose connectors, sprinklers, hose and cable reels, sprayers and hose hardware. Within the facility, highly skilled workers develop these products using raw material inspection, die-casting, injection, punching and powder coating.

Yiyang Gardening

Meridian LJ is a 45,000m² facility located in Shanghai for all packaging and distribution coordination activities.

Equipped with 25 assembly lines, this factory has a capacity of 3,000,000 pieces per month.

The incredible efficiency of Meridian LJ is a huge contributor to our customers’ satisfaction.

Toolux Sanding

Located in Shengzhou, Zhejiang, China, Meridian Toolux Sanding specializes in the production of hand tools. The massive 67,000 square meter facility is equipped with CNC turning and milling machines and CNC 3-color injection molding.

Established in 1992, Toolux Sanding has accumulated over 25 years of manufacturing and logistics experience. Their unparalleled excellence in tool and storage manufacturing is powered by their incredible dedication to quality and efficiency.

Toolux Sanding’s comprehensive range of tools and storage include screwdrivers, precision drivers, screwdriver sets, ratchet handles, plastic storage, and plastic cases. Within the facility, highly skilled workers develop these products via machining, injecting, molding, product testing and packaging.

Meridian LT

Located in Pinghu, Zhejiang, China, Meridian LT specializes in the production of plastic storage products. The 40,000 square meter is equipped with industry leading injection molding and CNC precision machines.

Established in 1993, Meridian LT has accumulated over 25 years of manufacturing experience. Their extraordinary efficiency is only matched by the vast experience and expertise of their exquisite labor force.

Meridian LT’s comprehensive range of products includes plastic toolboxes, plastic organizers, plastic racks, plastic lawn and garden tools, plastic packaging and plastic tool handles. Within the facility, highly skilled workers develop these products using raw material inspection, assembly machines, injection molding and finishing machines.

Meridian LM

Located in Jinhua, ZheJiang, China, Meridian LM specializes in the production of metal storage. The 50,000 square meter facility is equipped with CNC laser cutting machines and CNC bending and punching machines.

Established in 1993, Meridian LM has accumulated over 25 years of in-house research and development. Their commitment to excellence is fueled by their wealth of industry experience and their guarantee of quality finished products.

Meridian LM’s comprehensive range of products includes metal toolboxes, metal tool chests and cabinets, garage storage systems, storage racks, and metal bar tables and stools. Within the facility, highly skilled workers develop these products via bending, welding, numerical control cutting, numerical control punching and auto power coating.

Meridian LJ

Located in Shanghai, China, adjacent to the Meridian International Headquarters, Meridian LJ specializes in packaging, storage and logistics. The 405,000 square meter facility is responsible for properly shipping items all throughout the world. The close proximity to headquarters stands as a testament of devotion to the proper logistical handling of all of Meridian’s products.

The company’s core advantage is the larger storage and packaging capacity, with an annual output of 30 million pieces of production capacity. Meridian LJ has passed the double certification of ISO 9001 quality management system and ISO 14001 environmental management system.