Mike Hockett analyzes different angles of this $18.25 billion megadeal in building materials distribution and the questions it raises for the markets it touches.
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The addition of the pressure and temperature instrumentation product distributor will expand MCE's flow control footprint in the mid-Atlantic.
For North Carolina-based Vallen, the move enhances its market presence in industrial MRO.Â
Alongside the blockbuster Home Depot-SRS Distribution deal, March included a handful of transactions valued at over $100 million.
The addition of plumbing and electrical supplies distributor Southern will give a wider range of products across a larger geographic area.
Diploma adds Peerless Aerospace Fastener, which extends and complements its position in the aerospace fastener market.
Building product distributor SRS Distribution will operate as an independent business unit within The Home Depot and focus on Pro customers.
The distributor has added United Roofing Supply Katy, TX and All Canadian Building Products in Surrey, BC.
The acquisition doubles the number of House-Hasson's distribution centers and grows its hardware inventory.
FleetPride will create a new division by combining Wheelco Manufacturing Components with FleetPride’s OE trailer axle division.
In Dominion, Border States gains an electrical distributor that has nine branches, over 300 employees and $374 million in annual revenue.
The addition of Deep Casing Tools will expand DTI's presence both domestically and internationally and enhance its product offering.
The significant expansion gains Sonepar 36 locations across Michigan and approximately $400 million in combined 2023 revenue.
CNC components maker Genesys gains a manufacturer of threaded and flanged aluminum pipe fittings and hardware.
In Die Co., distributor group Fasteners Industries Inc. gains a manufacturer of spring steel fasteners and metal stampings.
Building Products distributor Cameron Ashley has added 28 greenfield locations and five acquisitions in the past 5 years.
The acquisition of ACF West will extend Core & Main's distribution reach and enhance its geosynthetic product and service offerings.
The private equity firm will add a 144-year-old manufacturer of precision tools, cutting tools and metrology systems to its portfolio.
JAD's janitorial and building maintenance supply industry customers can expect an greater offering of products and solutions.
Foundation Investment Partners plans to provide Spartan with access to resources and expertise to expand its team and enter new markets.