CompX International Inc.

Public Subsidiary, Headquarters Location
5430 LBJ Fwy., Ste. 1700, Dallas, TX 75240-2620, United States
(972)448-1400, (972)448-1408 fax, http://www.compxnet.com

Primary SIC: Hardware, Not Elsewhere Classified, Primary NAICS: Hardware Manufacturing
Description: NYSE-listed CompX International Inc., incorporated in Delaware in 1993, is a leading manufacturer of security products, precision ball bearing slides and ergonomic computer support systems used in the office furniture, transportation, postal, tool storage, appliance and a variety of other industries. A subsidiary of Valhi Inc., the company is a leading manufacturer of stainless steel exhaust systems, gauges and throttle controls for the performance marine industry. CompX International's products are principally designed for use in medium to high-end product applications, in which design, quality and durability are valued. The company has three business segments: security products, furniture components and marine components. The security products segment, with a facility in South Carolina and a facility shared with marine components in Illinois, manufactures locking mechanisms and other security products for sale to the office furniture, transportation, postal, banking, vending and other industries. The furniture components segment, with facilities in Canada, Michigan and Taiwan, manufactures and distributes a complete line of precision ball bearing slides and ergonomic computer support systems for use in office furniture, computer-related equipment, tool storage cabinets, appliances and other applications. The marine components segment, with a facility in Wisconsin and a facility shared with security products in Illinois, manufactures and distributes marine instruments, hardware and accessories for performance boats. CompX International's corporate offices are located in Dallas, Texas. More

Manufacturing: Manufactures ergonomic slides, and security products for office furniture, computers and equipment.