July 18, 2012

Grainger Second-Quarter Sales Up 12%

Organically, Grainger’s second-quarter sales increased 9 percent, primarily from increased volume.

Organic sales growth across geographies driven primarily by increases in the CDIY segment.

Both companies are distributors of specialty adhesives and technology.

Housing starts continue to rise in 2012.

SKF records best growth rates in North and South America.

Revenue gains due to increases in rentals and RSC acquisition.

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