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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.
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.
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.
Curbell expands nationwide U.S. reach in key industrial end markets, including five new locations on the West Coast.
The buying group tapped a former ABB, Cerrowire and Southwire executive to lead the newly-formed AD division.
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.
It's first acquisition for U.S.-based parent company Imperial Dade since its landmark merger with BradyPlus completed in March.
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.
It follows a pilot of SIMPL’s technology at a Georgia HD distribution center.
