United Stationers Inc. engages in the wholesale distribution of business products in North America. The company distributes technology products, which include computer supplies and peripherals; and imaging supplies, data storage, digital cameras, and computer accessories, as well as computer hardware items, such as printers and other peripheral products. It also offers traditional office products consisting of filing and record storage products, business machines, presentation products, writing instruments, paper products, shipping and mailing supplies, calendars, and general office accessories; and office furniture comprising desks, filing and storage solutions, and seating and systems furniture, as well as various products for markets, such as education, government, healthcare, and professional services. In addition, the company distributes janitorial and breakroom supplies, including cleaners and cleaning accessories; foodservice consumables, such as disposable cups, plates, and utensils; safety and security items; and paper and packaging supplies. Further, it provides industrial supplies, such as hand and power tools; safety and security supplies; janitorial equipment and supplies; industrial maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) items; and oil field and welding supplies. Additionally, the company offers freight and advertising services, as well as sells software products. It serves independent office products dealers; contract stationers; office products superstores; computer products resellers; office furniture dealers; mass merchandisers; mail order companies; sanitary supply, paper, and foodservice distributors; drug and grocery store chains; healthcare distributors; e-commerce merchants; oil field, welding supply, and industrial/MRO distributors; and other independent distributors through its 72 distribution centers and 38 re-distribution points. United Stationers Inc. was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois.

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