Gaither Tool Co., Inc.
Gaither Tool Co., Inc. is a U.S.-headquartered designer, inventor, and manufacturer of professional tools for the tire and trucking industry. Established in 1988, they focus on creating practical, efficiency-boosting equipment used to service and maintain tires and wheel assemblies in shops and on the road.
From their base in Jacksonville, Illinois, Gaither serves customers in more than 100 countries through a network of distributors. To support global demand, they operate a European office in Roosendaal, Netherlands (Gaither Europe B.V.), and maintain manufacturing and international distribution warehousing in Taichung, Taiwan.
Gaither invests heavily in research and development so their tools solve real-world problems for major fleets, service networks, and defense customers. Their solutions are used by organizations such as Bandag, Euromaster/Michelin, Bridgestone’s First Stop, and the United States Armed Forces.
What They’re Known For
- Innovative tire service tools designed to improve safety, speed, and ergonomics.
- Global reach with localized support in North America, Europe, and Asia.
- A product family that includes the WINNTEC by Gaither line of professional lifting and service equipment.
In short, Gaither Tool Co., Inc. positions itself as a problem-solving partner for tire professionals—building rugged, thoughtfully engineered tools that keep vehicles moving and service operations productive worldwide.
Current Policies
MAP Policy
Gaither Tool Co. maintains a Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) policy to protect brand value and ensure fair competition across all authorized distributors, including Tire Equipment Supply.
Shipping Policy
Gaither Tool Co. ships its products via parcel and LTL carriers. If there is any damage at the time an order is delivered, it must be noted on the receiving paperwork from the freight carrier. Any inventory discrepancies must be reported in writing to Gaither within 48 hours of delivery of goods.
Warranty Policy
Gaither Tool Co. warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for 1-year from date of sale to the final customer. GT Series Premium Jacks are covered for 3-years. Gaither will repair or replace any item found to be defective and may refund the purchase price of any such item at its discretion.
Return Policy
Customers who wish to return items need to contact Tire Equipment Supply directly. Items can only be returned within 30 days of the original ship date and must be undamaged. Items returned that are not under warranty will be subject to a 25% restocking fee. Refunds will be issued as soon as the returned item is received and processed.
Privacy Policy
Any information collected by Gaither Tool Co. or Tire Equipment Supply will be used only to contact users about services and products. User information is for internal use only and will not be shared with third parties.