About OVIS

Celebrating 35 years! OVIS has been serving the woodworking industry in the Mid-Atlantic states since 1989. With our website, we now offer supplies to all of North America. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm eastern time.

A photo of the front of the OVIS office and warehouse

Our Journey at OVIS

Expanding Our Reach Beyond the Mid-Atlantic

Since our inception in 1989, OVIS has been dedicated to serving the woodworking community of the Mid-Atlantic states. Fast forward to today, and thanks to our online presence, we're proud to supply woodworking essentials across all of North America. Our team is here to assist you Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm Eastern Time.


Starting with a focus on local custom cabinet shops, store fixture manufacturers, commercial casework producers, and woodworking enthusiasts, we've always aimed to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our initial steps onto the internet in 1999 with an information-only website brought us recognition and clientele from across the country, highlighting a widespread demand for reliable suppliers. Motivated by this early online success, we launched our e-commerce platform in 2004, hard to believe it's been 20 years. Since then, we’ve continued to grow, driven by our commitment to responsive service and quality supplies for our expanding customer base. 


The Heart of OVIS: A Family-Owned Venture

Located in a bustling industrial park by the scenic Ohio River in Millwood, West Virginia, OVIS transcends the typical definition of a business. We are a closely-knit, family-operated enterprise with a rich heritage in the woodworking sector. Our strategic position at the heart of the mid-Atlantic not only anchors us to our roots but also enables swift shipping services to regions including the Northeast, Midwest, and Southeast.

Specializing in Heavy Duty Drawer Slides for the Commercial & Industrial Sectors

A Strategic Shift to Meet Industry Demands

In our continued effort to adapt and meet the specific needs of our customers, OVIS has refined its focus towards specializing in heavy-duty drawer slides. This strategic shift allows us to cater more effectively to commercial and industrial clients, providing robust solutions that withstand the demands of high-intensity environments.

Our products have found a home in numerous sectors, showcasing the versatility and reliability of our heavy-duty drawer slides. We are proud to serve an impressive array of industries, including automotive, aerospace, restaurant equipment, automation, general industrial, and store fixtures. This expansion is a testament to our commitment to quality, precision, and the capacity to support the operational excellence of companies within these critical areas of the economy.

Expanding Our Reach to Key Market Segments

By concentrating our efforts on these sectors, OVIS aims to not just supply products but to become a trusted partner in the growth and success of businesses across North America. Whether it's enhancing the functionality of automotive manufacturing lines, supporting the rigorous demands of aerospace engineering, outfitting restaurant equipment with durable slides, or creating eye-catching and ergonomic store displays, OVIS is there, every step of the way. Contact OVIS if you have need for a reliable partner to supply your industrial hardware needs.