PMA’s latest business conditions report showed relatively flat movement for near-term outlook, with a modest decrease in monthly shipping levels offset by higher expected near-term orders.
Metalformers’ Business Outlook Holds Steady in April Read More »
Most distributors track internal performance — but lack a clear view of market opportunity. As the first in a three-part series, this article outlines how market analytics reframes growth by defining markets, estimating share and identifying where opportunity is underdeveloped.
Distribution Market Analytics 101: What Building the Foundation Looks Like Read More »
The 11-year Border States veteran has held several branch leadership positions, most recently serving as area director.
Border States Promotes Company Veteran to Distribution Leader Read More »
U.S. Lubricants has acquired Pack Logix to expand blending and packaging capabilities, adding capacity, technology and supply chain efficiencies while enhancing flexibility and turnaround times for customers.
U.S. Lubricants Acquires Pack Logix to Expand Blending and Packaging Capabilities Read More »
The PSS unit produces barcode scanners, mobile computers and related warehouse and logistics technologies, and its pending sale marks the latest portfolio recongifuration for Honeywell.
Honeywell to Sell Productivity Solutions Unit to Brady for $1.4B Read More »
AI, standards like ETIM and evolving PIM workflows are rapidly lowering the long-standing “product data tax” in distribution. Here’s how manufacturers and distributors are accelerating item onboarding, improving data quality and reshaping the economics of getting products to market.
ETIM, Supplier Sanity and the Distribution Data Tax Read More »
Acquired from Madsen & Howell, it’s A&M’s largest addition to-date, and comes on the heels of it launching a new eCommerce website in March.
A&M Industrial Acquires Tool-Krib Supply Company in Mid-Atlantic Boost Read More »
It’s the second-largest purchase price we’ve ever seen in the market behind Home Depot’s $18 billion SRS deal and caps a remarkable 12-month span of aggressive growth for QXO.
QXO Set to Land TopBuild in $17B Deal to Reshape Building Materials Distribution Read More »
MDM won two Bronze Azbee Awards for its in-depth case study on LINC Systems and a market analysis on the PPE segment.
MDM Wins 2 Business Journalism Awards for Case Study, Market Analysis Read More »
Curbell expands nationwide U.S. reach in key industrial end markets, including five new locations on the West Coast.
Curbell Plastics Acquires Interstate Advanced Materials, Adds 9 Locations Read More »
The buying group tapped a former ABB, Cerrowire and Southwire executive to lead the newly-formed AD division.
AD Appoints Industry Veteran to Lead Independent Electrical Supply Division Read More »
The year is off to a strong start, with cutting tool orders up double digits from the start of 2025 supported by rising industrial activity.
February U.S. Cutting Tool Shipments Tick Up MoM, Jump 12.8% YoY Read More »
It’s first acquisition for U.S.-based parent company Imperial Dade since its landmark merger with BradyPlus completed in March.
Imperial Dade to Acquire Enterprise Paper in Canada Read More »
Analysts from Jefferies cited increased branch foot traffic at a handful of major industrial distributors that correlates with demand optimism voiced in 1Q26 earnings calls.
Production slowed in most market groups. Declines were partially offset by growth in the output of construction supplies, defense, industrial and space equipment.
U.S. Industrial Production Drops 0.5% in March, Missing Market Expectations Read More »
It follows a pilot of SIMPL’s technology at a Georgia HD distribution center.
Home Depot Acquires Warehouse Automation Startup SIMPL Read More »
Digital, Data and CX: How Stellar Industrial Turns Technology into Competitive Advantage Read More »
It’s is Midland’s third acquisition in a span of 10 months.
Midland Industries Acquires HVAC Components Distributor TSI Read More »
The new leader has extensive industry experience from HD Supply, Home Depot Pro and the latter’s acquired companies Supplyworks and Interline.
AFFLINK Appoints New VP of Distribution Read More »
The move highlights the company’s push into AI-powered CRM that delivers predictive insights and next-best actions to help distributors and B2B sellers drive smarter, more proactive customer engagement.
SugarCRM Rebrands as SugarAI to Emphasize AI-Driven CRM Capabilities Read More »
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