Winsupply Acquires Central Corp. in WI
The company lands an HVAC equipment and parts distributor for its first bolt-on of 2026.
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2026
Tech Platform Strategy, AI Adoption and CRM that Actually Works
AI is reshaping distributor CRM — but only when backed by the right platform strategy. In this episode of the MDM Amplify Podcast, LeadSmart’s Kevin Brown breaks down smart AI adoption, data integration and how distributors can turn customer intelligence into measurable growth. We also touch on his 30 years of perspective in the industrial supply channel and share takeaways from NAW’s 2026 Executive Summit.
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Wesco Sues Eckart Supply for Alleged Poaching, Trade Secret Theft
Wesco has filed a federal lawsuit against fellow distributor Eckart Supply and six former employees, alleging a coordinated effort to poach more than 30 workers, divert customers and misappropriate trade secrets to build a competing Georgia operation. Get all the key details and context here.
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Wajax Taps Master Group Leader as New CEO
Wajax lands an executive with 30 years of experience of Canadian and internatinoal distribution, manufacturing, retail and services, with previous stints at National Tire Distributors, Grainger and General Motors.
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B&J Welding Supply Adds 3 TX Locations with Acquisition, Organic Expansion
The company eyes continued expansion across Texas and surrounding states via acquisitions and greenfields.
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January Consumer Inflation Trails Expectations
The monthly CPI had its slowest acceleration since May, and core inflation had its smallest annual move since early 2021.
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No MDM Update Newsletter Monday
We’re off Monday in observance of Presidents’ Day in the U.S., so Update will be back in action Tuesday morning.
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NAW Testifies on AI, Workplace Safety Before Congress
Eric Hoplin, NAW CEO, testified to the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce’s Subcommittee on Workforce Protections on how the distribution industry is deploying AI.
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Southern Glazer’s Making Supply Chain Leadership Transition
The news comes just two days after the company announced the opening of a large new distribution center in South Carolina.
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HARDI Distributors See Daily Sales Slide in December as 2025 Finishes Up 2.8%
Total December sales had modest growth, but were helped by an additional selling day vs. a year earlier.
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Johnstone Supply Acquires Dunphey-Smith in NJÂ
It adds two Garden State locations for Johnstone.
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Border States to Acquire Nevada Distributor WEDCOÂ
Border States adds four new Nevada locations with employee-owned WEDCO.
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IDCO Adds Klondike Lubricants as Supplier Member Â
Klondike Lubricants,, a privately held lubricants manufacturer serving the Canadian market, has a rapidly expanding presence in the United States.
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Carson’s Nut-Bolt & Tool Joins AD
Carson’s Nut-Bolt & Tool serves contractors, fabricators, OEMs, government professionals and industrial customers across South Carolina and the surrounding region.
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American Cement Association President Retires
A search committee has been established to identify a candidate who will assume the organization’s leadership role.Â
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PSS Industrial, Cross Country Infrastructure to MergeÂ
The newly formed company, PSS Cross Country Infrastructure Solutions, is positioned to support energy and infrastructure construction and maintenance projects nationwide.
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Packaging Distributor Questar Relocates Ohio HQ, to Add Atlanta DC
Both expansions are designed to improve service and efficiency.
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Southern Glazer’s Opens Large DC in South Carolina
The West Columbia facility will support Southern Glazer’s long-term growth in South Carolina.
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SiteOne Annual Sales Reach $4.7B After Modest 4Q Organic GainÂ
Fiscal Year 2025 Net income for SiteOne increased 23%, compared to the prior year.
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AI that Makes Sales More Human
AI can make room for the human connection that actually wins business. Read how artificial intelligence in distribution can reengineer highly manual processes into ones that are faster, more accurate, and yes, more human.
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