MDM Staff, Author at Modern Distribution Management

MDM’s 2025 Economic Outlook Report is Here

The 115-page report is loaded with sector-specific stats and insight on the current U.S. wholesale distribution economic situation and revenue forecasts through 2026. Overall, it’s a comprehensive reference guide to the $8 trillion industry and its 19 different sectors.

August 25, 2025

Building Materials/Construction

White Cap Appoints Former Beacon General Counsel to Same Post

White Cap appointed a new General Counsel with over 30 years of experience in legal, governance and compliance leadership.

August 25, 2025

Legal & Regulatory Issues

Illinois Signs Warehouse Tornado Safety Bill into Law

Illinois enacted a new law requiring warehouses to implement tornado safety plans and meet updated shelter and inspection standards.

August 25, 2025

Technology Provider News

WizCommerce Raises $8M for AI-Powered Sales Rep Platform

WizCommerce raised $8 million in Series A funding to expand its automation tools and AI assistant aimed at streamlining distribution operations.

August 25, 2025

Association/Buying Group News

NAW Executive Summit to Include Exclusive Conversation with President George W. Bush

NAW’s marquee annual event is headlined by a mainstage session with the 43rd President of the United States as the nation commemorates 250 years since its founding.

August 23, 2025

Manufacturing

International Paper to Sell GCF Unit for $1.5B, Cut 1,100 Jobs in Restructuring

International Paper announced a major restructuring, including the sale of its Global Cellulose Fibers business and closures of several U.S. packaging facilities, as part of its ongoing transformation strategy.

August 22, 2025

Metals Service Centers

Steel Dynamics Acquires Remainder of Metals Distributor New Process Steel

New Process Steel is a manufacturer and distributor of metal products based in Houston, TX.

August 22, 2025

Electronics

RS Adds New Director of RS PRO in Americas

RS named a new director to lead its RS PRO brand in the Americas, aiming to expand the portfolio and strengthen customer engagement across the region.

August 22, 2025

Electrical

Distributor Wire & Cable Opens New DC in Ohio

DWC opened a new warehouse to expand its distribution network and support growing demand in sectors such as data centers, manufacturing and renewable energy.

August 22, 2025

Electrical

Electrical Components Int’l Sold from One PE Firm to Another in $1.9B Deal

Based in St. Louis, ECI manufactures electrical distribution systems, control box assemblies and other engineered components to a range of industries.

August 22, 2025

Economic Trends

Metalformers’ Optimism Edges Down Lower in August

Surveyed metalforming manufacturers expect less incoming orders over the next three months, while shipping levels remain steady

August 21, 2025

HVACR

Manufacturer’s Rep Meriton Acquires HVAC Firms in New Mexico, Missouri

Meriton expanded its national HVAC network with the acquisitions of fellow rep agencies Engineered Equipment Sales and Testing, Fields Mechanical Systems and Specialty Air Conditioning Services.

August 21, 2025

Motion and Flow Control Products

With Danfoss Expansion, Canada Distributor Eyes $100B in Customer Value by 2033

Contrôles Laurentide expanded its partnership with Danfoss to include the Danfoss Drives product line, enhancing its motor control and automation offerings across Canada.

August 21, 2025

Grocery & Foodservice Distribution

Southern Glazer’s to Buy AB InBev’s NYC Distribution Unit

Southern Glazer’s will acquire Anheuser-Busch’s New York City distribution operation and launch a new division to oversee its beverage portfolio in the region.

August 21, 2025

Fasteners

Triangle Fastener Acquires DB Building Fastener in SoCal

Based in Ontario, CA, DB is a distributor of fasteners and related products for the metal components and metal building construction industry. It helps expand Pittsburgh-based TFC's presence in the western U.S. s.