The deal adds Syracuse Thermal’s HVAC, plumbing and hydronic heating capabilities in Central New York to Cummins-Wagner’s expanding regional operations.
Cummins-Wagner Acquires Heating Products Distributor in NY Read More »
The new hire joins Meritus to lead enterprise AI initiatives spanning use-case development, governance, security and training as the industrial gases and welding supplies distributor continues to expand through acquisitions.
Meritus Appoints Director of AI Operations, Acquires Tempe Distributor Read More »
World Electric, a Sonepar company, opened a new branch in Port St. Lucie, FL, with and plans for more in the state.
World Electric Continues Florida Expansion Read More »
Robert Madden Industries acquired Shore Distributors, expanding RMI’s service footprint into Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.
Family-Owned HVAC Distributors RMI and Shore Distributors Join Forces Read More »
A blend of technical education, industry partnerships and applied projects is helping Texas A&M connect students with distribution careers while adapting to employers’ changing expectations. We take a look at what the program looks like today and how it’s evolving.
Manufacturing output fell month-over-month following a July increase, mining ticked up, while the index for utilities jumped on electrical. Get all the key figures here.
Flat August U.S. Industrial Production Misses Forecasts Read More »
More quotes doesn’t always mean more sales. This piece details why the biggest leak in your sales pipeline happens before the quote, and how a back-to-basics approach will best position you to get the most value out of CRM, AI and whatever technology comes next.
What to Fix Before Investing in CRM Read More »
MROP distributor Stellar said the outside investment will provide long-term capital and operational resources while preserving the company’s leadership team, customer-focused culture and strategic direction.
Stellar Industrial Supply Lands Investment from SNH Capital Partners Read More »
APP serves more than 1,800 customers and operates warehouses and sales offices across the U.S.
Steel Pipe & Tube Distributor American Piping Products Goes Private Read More »
Amazon is investing more than $1.5 billion to raise pay for its U.S. core operations workforce, increasing minimum starting pay to $20 per hour while adding new grocery discounts and financial benefits.
Amazon Raises U.S. Core Operations Starting Pay to $20 an Hour Read More »
U.S. housing starts edged lower in August as a sharp decline in multifamily construction offset a rebound in single-family activity. Building permits and completions also declined from July, while permits remained above year ago levels. Get the key figures here.
August U.S. Housing Starts Dip as Single-Family Rebounds Read More »
The ODP Group will rebrand to Office Depot Group in a move that comes about a year after being acquired by private equity.
Office Depot Parent Company Rebrands Distribution Unit, Drops ODP Name Read More »
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, marking its first rate increase in more than three years.
Fed Raises Rates for First Time Since July 2023 Read More »
The investment further strengthens the employee-owned specialty building material products distributor’s ability to serve customers throughout Florida.
ECMD Expands Southeast Presence with New DC in Ocala, FL Read More »
Fastenal Quietly Acquired an AI Startup as Distribution Races to Scale Read More »
Shipment value climbed to another record high while unit volume held steady amid elevated demand and sharply higher carbide costs. Get the latest figures and analysis here.
U.S. Cutting Tool Shipments Hit Another Record Value in July as Volume Holds Steady Read More »
The Wisconsin-based material handling distributor’s third acquisition of 2026 adds loading dock, commercial door and field service capabilities across the Milwaukee and Chicago markets.
Wolter Acquires Flatley Dock Systems in WI Read More »
An inacurracy such as an incorrect email address could jeopardize a company’s ability to import goods. Enhanced CBP enforcement beginning Sept. 18 puts importer identity records — and oversight of information submitted by customs brokers — under scrutiny. Get the details here.
CBP Warns Importer Data Errors Could Halt U.S. Imports Read More »
The federal lawsuit seeks to restrict the Minneapolis-based wholesaler’s operations following a December recall of nearly 2,000 products linked to rodent and bird contamination.
U.S. Sues Minnesota Distributor Over Rodent, Bird Infestations Read More »
MDM Forecast: September Update Read More »
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