Boeing Unifies Distribution Platform with New eCommerce Site
The new website brings Boeing Distribution’s portfolio of products and services into one digital destination.
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Faction Raises $4M to Accelerate AI Agent Tech for Distributors
The startup said the funding will accelerate development of its product suite — including its AI voice technology which manages inbound/outbound calls.
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Gibraltar to Buy Residential Building Products Maker Omnimax for $1.3B
Gibraltar’s residential business is expected to generate over 80% of the company’s revenue once the deal closes.
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AD Appoints Leader for New Waterworks Division
AD taps a former Iconix and Wesco executive to lead its newly-formed Waterworks unit.
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Fluid Power Distributor Grimstad Acquires GT Hydraulic Specialists
As Grimstad’s second acquisition this year, it’s expected to strengthen the fluid power distributor’s ability to deliver complete lifecycle solutions.
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Cameron Ashley Adds Distribution Center in Jacksonville
It gives the company four distribution centers in Florida to provide statewide coverage and next-day delivery to nearly every major metro area.
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Arcline to Buy Aircraft Components Maker Novaria in $2.2B Deal
To be bought from fellow investment firm KKR, the pending deal follows Arcline’s $1.8 billion purchase of fellow defense and aerospace component supplier Kaman in 2024.
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Wipfli 2026 Outlook: To Withstand Pricing & Supply Volatility, Distributors Must Go Digital
Wipfli’s new 2026 distribution outlook warns that pricing pressure, supply uncertainty and labor strain are intensifying — and that digital tools now separate those who stay ahead from those who fall behind. Here, we distill the report’s key findings and recommendations.
Proton.ai, Revenue Optics Partner to Drive “Inside Sales Engine”
AI-powered growth platform Proton.ai and recently launched inside sales consulting firm Revenue Optics have partnered on a shared mission to solve what the companies say is the distribution industry’s outdated inside sales model. The partnership leverages the combination of Proton’s AI technology that analyzes customer and transaction data to identify account opportunities and Revenue Optics’
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Fastenal Inks Multi-Year Partnership with NHL’s Edmonton Oilers
Already the NHL’s official supply chain partner, it makes the distributor the preferred MRO supply partner of Rogers Place in Edmonton.
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Tecum Equity, Armstrong Group Form Industrial Supply Platform
Set to launch in early 2026, the platform is focused on providing technical service and solutions for operationally essential products across industrial, manufacturing and field service applications.
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Evergreen Supply Network Tops 280 Member Locations
Boosted by NEFCO’s acquisition of Big D Tool Center, the cooperative strengthens its Texas footprint.
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Packer Fastener Develops AI-Powered Quoting Tool via External Innovation Lab
Packer said the project represents a key step in the company’s broader AI roadmap, which aims to expand automation and digital tools across the company.
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Wire & Cable Distributor Gehr Industries Nets $15M in Growth Capital
The new financing will build inventory and support ongoing growth and working capital needs for Gehr.
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Automotive Color & Supply Acquires Fellow Distributor Smetzer
ACS expands its Midwest footprint and capabilities with the purchase.
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Parker Hannifin to Acquire Filtration Group for $9.25B
It will position Parker as of the largest global industrial filtration businesses and significantly expand aftermarket capabilities and offerings.
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Cencora Commits $1B to U.S. Distribution Network Expansion
It involves two new distribution centers that span nearly 1 million square feet and the expansion of another.
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Sonepar’s Codale Electric Promotes SVP to Company President
The company promoted its former customer service leader and longtime Codale veteran as its new president.
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September U.S. Machinery Orders Remain Elevated YoY
Despite strong growth in order values, the number of units ordered continues to grow at a slower pace.
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Chemicals Distributor EMCO Privately Acquired
EMCO founder Edward Polen will retire upon completion of the transaction.
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