It was a new all-time annual spend record for the welding distributors cooperative, with nondirect spend notably higher.
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The name change to ISC recognizes the evolution of AD's Industrial & Safety division and synergies between the group's existing industrial, safety and construction-focused members and suppliers.
Pericle's work will expand into an ongoing body of intelligence, including a monthly podcast, applied guidance for industry leaders and conversations with the operators building the next generation of distribution capability.
Members had a generally positive end to 2025, while an overwhelming majority expect sales growth in at least the low-single digits in 2026.
The American Society of Business Publication Editors’ 2026 Azbee Awards of Excellence recognized MDM as two-time regional finalist for editorial excellence.
The group of industry leaders will help guide NAW’s strategic direction as the organization continues its mission to provide world-class advocacy, resources and insights for its members.
Formerly known as the Vinyl Siding Institute, the group is expanding its membership to include distributors to foster “boots-on-the-ground” partnership with manufacturers and other industry stakeholders.
Klondike Lubricants,, a privately held lubricants manufacturer serving the Canadian market, has a rapidly expanding presence in the United States.
Carson's Nut-Bolt & Tool serves contractors, fabricators, OEMs, government professionals and industrial customers across South Carolina and the surrounding region.
A search committee has been established to identify a candidate who will assume the organization’s leadership role.
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It’s the fourth member addition AD announced in December.
Longtime STAFDA leader Georgia Foley is staying within the construction and contractor supply channel.
The Utah-based company offers a comprehensive range of tools, fasteners, accessories and safety products.
ACME Construction Supply and Professional Contractor Supply will join the buying group Jan. 1.
The new monthly spending record was celebrated at the November Owners Meeting of IWDC.
Foley has been with STAFDA since 1994, and CEO since 2000.
While annual sales expectations tracked down slightly overall from midyear, almost 1 in 3 members anticipate 2025 growth of at least high-single digits.
AD taps a former Iconix and Wesco executive to lead its newly-formed Waterworks unit.
