National Cart Co. is an industry leader in metal product manufacturing and distribution.  The main campus is located in St Charles, Missouri and is home to the corporate office. To better serve our west coast customers, a second manufacturing and distribution facility is located in Sparks, Nevada.  Total manufacturing and distribution space exceeds 300,000 square feet.

We provide cost competitive quality products and services.  We are proud of our domestic manufacturing capabilities and our successful growth in a global economy.   We keep costs down and remain competitive thru reliable and proven domestic and global contacts for material and component sourcing.  We use only top quality aluminum, stainless steel and steel raw materials in our products.

Our customer base ranges from single unit retailers to Fortune 100 companies.  We serve many industries including; supermarket, mass retail, home center, food service, distribution, government and industrial.

We have the unique ability to offer our customers “hands on” solutions from product design to finish and customer support second to none in the industry.

Old School craftsmanship with a skilled workforce of over 150 associates who are empowered to make changes sets us apart from our competitors.  Each piece of equipment is produced utilizing the latest technology and lean manufacturing processes.

Tenured leaders, experienced engineers and approachable management with a commitment to quality and Lean transformation enhance our market position to provide the best service possible.

Today’s buyer has increasing responsibilities and less time to evaluate and make purchasing decisions. We help you by providing customer service, technical assistance and a 1 year limited warranty on our products after the sale.  We maintain a large inventory of replacement wheels and components to extend the life of your equipment.  It is our service after the sale that completes our reputation of a Best in Class supplier.

NCC Code of Conduct                                 

• Respect others
• Tell the truth
• Try new ideas
• Ask why
• Keep your promises
• Do your share

NCC Strategy Statement

• Our strategy is to design, manufacture, market and distribute material handling equipment and store fixtures made from metal that provide exceptional value to our customers.
• We will concentrate our efforts on leveraging our associates talents, technology, processes and facilities to drive cost out of our manufacturing process.
• We will seek out market segments and customers where we can produce superior results which capitalize on our geographical locations and provide opportunities of growth for our valued associates and stakeholders alike.

Time Line

National Cart Co. was founded in 1979 as a family owned and operated business.  Three decades later, the company continues to grow and prosper as a second generation family owned and operated business led by Rob Unnerstall and John Unnerstall

Join us as we look back over the years!

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