Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Furniture Hardware & Floor Protection Solutions
Carpin Manufacturing has been a leader in floor protection products since 1984. Our expertise in metal stamping, plastic injection molding, and precision assembly enables us to serve diverse industries including education, healthcare, and commercial furniture. With over 30 years of dedicated manufacturing experience, we combine advanced engineering capabilities with a highly skilled workforce averaging 20 years of tenure. Our state-of-the-art Connecticut facility houses in-house design, prototyping, and production systems that ensure quality control across nearly 3,000 SKUs. We maintain a customer-centric approach through personalized service and innovative solutions that address specific client challenges.Our engineering team utilizes Pro/ENGINEER software for complex design visualization and process optimization. Through decades of industry leadership, we've developed comprehensive quality systems incorporating statistical process control and advanced metrics. Our commitment to continuous improvement drives cost-effective solutions without compromising product reliability. The stability of our experienced team allows us to refine manufacturing processes and enhance customer satisfaction. Today, we remain focused on delivering value through patented products like our Smart Glide and Floor Saver systems while maintaining our founding principles of engineering excellence.
Services
Adjustable Glides
School Glides
Industrial Casters
Caster Sockets
Floor Protection Systems
Custom Injection Molding
Metal Stamping
Assembly Solutions
Product Engineering
Global Sourcing
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized experience in furniture hardware manufacturing
- In-house metal stamping, injection molding, and assembly capabilities
- Advanced engineering team with Pro/ENGINEER software expertise
- Comprehensive quality control systems with statistical process monitoring
- Global sourcing and custom-engineered solution capabilities
Services
Adjustable Glides
Our patented adjustable glides provide precise height adjustment for furniture stability. Designed for commercial and educational settings, these glides protect flooring while accommodating uneven surfaces. The innovative design reduces maintenance needs through superior load distribution and wear resistance.
School Glides
Specialized glides engineered for institutional furniture in schools and universities. These durable solutions prevent floor damage from chair movement while meeting strict safety requirements. Available in multiple configurations to suit various flooring types and furniture designs.
Industrial Casters
Twin wheel casters designed for demanding industrial applications. Our casters combine load-bearing capacity with smooth mobility, featuring maintenance-free bearings and impact-resistant materials. Ideal for equipment and storage systems requiring frequent movement.
Custom Injection Molding
Precision plastic molding services for specialized hardware solutions. We produce complex parts with tight tolerances using advanced materials. This capability supports customized floor protection systems and furniture components tailored to specific client requirements.
Metal Stamping
In-house metal stamping for high-precision hardware components. Our progressive and eyelet stamping capabilities enable efficient production of durable parts. This process supports both standard products and custom-engineered solutions for furniture and industrial applications.
People
Ralph Carpinella
Founder
Ralph Carpinella established the company in 1984, bringing engineering expertise and furniture industry experience. His vision for customer-focused innovation remains central to the company's approach. He developed the foundational principles that continue guiding product development and customer service strategies.
Henry Carpinella
Co-Founder
Henry Carpinella played crucial roles in the company's startup and early success until his passing in 2011. His business acumen and operational insights helped establish the company's manufacturing standards. His legacy continues through the leadership team's commitment to quality and customer service.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve education, healthcare, commercial furniture, point-of-sale displays, and industrial equipment sectors with specialized floor protection solutions.
Do you offer custom solutions?
Yes, our in-house engineering team develops custom products using rapid prototyping and 3D printing to solve specific client challenges.
What manufacturing capabilities do you have?
We offer metal stamping, plastic injection molding, assembly, and precision tooling production from our Connecticut facility.
How do you ensure product quality?
Our quality systems use statistical process control, advanced metrics, and experienced engineers to maintain consistent product reliability.
Can you help with product selection?
Yes, we provide selection guides and engineering consultation to help choose the optimal glides, casters, or hardware for your application.
What's your production capacity?
We maintain 3,000+ SKUs with same-day shipping options while supporting custom orders through flexible manufacturing processes.
