Vertiv adds a Boston-based distributor and facbricator of packaging products serving healthcare, electronics and food & beverage markets.
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The acquisition strengthens TopBuild's presence in the Northeast.
Fenco is the second investment for private equity-backed Averon, and it is actively pursuing others.
Representing Turner Supply's entry into the Atlanta and North Georgia markets, it also marks the 11th acquisition in the 121-year history of the Mobile, AL-based company.
Though the figures were a positive sign for manufacturing momentum, ISM survey commentary acknowledged that January is a reorder month and likely was influenced by buyers trying to get ahead of expected price increases.
The new high-water mark is up from $83 billion in 2024, largely driven by the group’s merger with IMARK Electrical.
We break down the latest key figures out of the Census Bureau’s November report that showed a solid monthly rebound in factory orders - largely driven by nondefense aircraft.
George Vorwick is a 25-year company veteran and has been CEO since 2009.
Eaton announced plans to spin off its Mobility Group into a standalone public company, sharpening its focus on electrical and aerospace markets.
The hold comes despite pressure from President Donald Trump and the greater administration that includes the Justice Department opening a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Our latest MarketPulse Report shares a wealth of data and analysis from the 4Q25 Baird-MDM Industrial Distribution Survey - conducted Jan. 5-12 - that covered respondents' revenue performance, pricing updates and business expectations for 1Q26 and the rest of the year, plus plenty of market-specific commentary.
The move diversifies Britton Lumber's business into packaging and strengthens its presence in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Metalforming manufacturers indicated month-to-month improvement in their January outlook survey for near-term business conditions, incoming orders and shipping levels.
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The new capability is designed to help pros create project material lists within minutes.
World Electric promises faster deliveries, more specialized services and support for vertical markets like solar and EV charging as a result of the new facility opening.
Border States tapped a 15-year company veteran to succeed a planned retirement.
The industrial supplies distributor adds an industry veteran with more than two decades of leadership experience across retail, distribution and building products.
Stanley Black & Decker will return to a non-executive Chairman of Board effective Oct. 1.
The hydraulics & pneumatics distributor adds a veteran with extensive experience at ITT and Parker Hannifin.
