Global Industrial Appoints New CEO
Anesa Chaibi, a veteran executive with experience in MRO distribution, was tapped for Global Industrial’s top post.
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New PTDA Leadership Begins 2025 Term
BDI VP Bill Shepard steps into the role of PTDA President, and Sumitomo CX, Product VP Sara Zimmerman begins Manufacturer Council Chair role.
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Univar Solutions Acquires U.K.-Based Corrosion Control Distributor
Specialty ingredients and chemicals distributor Univar Solutions acquired U.K.-based Brad-Chem Holdings — a distributor of corrosion control products and lubricant additives. Announced Feb. 6, the deal includes Brad-Chem’s affiliated holdings that include Brad-Kem — the joint venture co-owned by Brad-Chem and its Belgium-based partner DEM. Brad-Chem specializes in the distribution and blending of specialty lubricant additives,
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December Wholesale Sales Accelerate as Inventory Slide Continues
Inventories felll again in December amid strong sales, government data showed.
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Ingersoll Rand Acquires Wastewater Treatment Equipment Maker
Pumps manufacturer Ingersoll Rand will extend its capabilities in wastewater treatment with the acquisition of SSI Aeration and its subsidiaries. SSI designs and manufactures wastewater treatment plant equipment with approximately $30 million in annual revenue. Its product portfolio is focused on “innovative and energy-efficient” engineered membrane diffusers including fine bubble diffusers, coarse bubble diffusers and
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Southwire Adding Massive Distribution Center in Georgia
It will combine the operations of Southwire’s three existing DCs in west Georgia and serve as a logistics hub for customers across the region.
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DXP Acquires Arroyo Process Equipment in Florida
Arroyo had 2024 sales north of $26 million.
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Sonepar Unites 4 Midwest Subsidiaries Under Echo Brand
The new Echo Electric becomes Sonepar’s sixth U.S. operation with greater than $1 billion in annual sales.
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MachiningCloud Sues Kennametal Over Trade Secrets, Contract Breach
The product data provider says the metalworking products manufacturer used confidential information to “knock-off” its sales platform.
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Honeywell to Split into 3 Companies
In addition to announcing its forthcoming split, Honeywell reported its 2024 financial results, which showed an increase in 4Q sales and organic growth.
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US LBM Acquires Goodrich Brothers in Michigan
It is the second deal US LBM announced in two days.
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QXO Urges Beacon to Let Shareholders Decide on Offer After Board Rejection
As both sides continue to dig in, get the latest key takeaways from statements shared Feb. 6.
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Fastenal Daily Sales Edge Up in January as Heavy Manufacturing Improves
Weather was a considerable headwind during January, but daily sales growth increased following a recent lowpoint in December. See our full breakdown of the monthly figures.
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Snap-on Posts Flat 4Q and 2024 Sales
Full year net sales dipped slightly, driven by a decrease in organic sales and partially offset by acquisition-related sales.
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Maine Oxy Acquires Strate Welding Supply in Buffalo
Strate is a distributor serving customers from 13 locations across Florida, Georgia, Pennsylvania and New York.
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Ascent Lifting Acquires Rigging & Safety Distributor in S. Carolina
Charleston-based CRMH is a distributor and fabricator of industrial rigging products and safety solutions.
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Endries Gets New Look with Brand Refresh
Endries’ corporate brand transformation includes a new logo and updated messaging, set to extend over time for a seamless transition.
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White Cap Acquires JLA Supply on West Coast
Portland, OR-based JLA Supply is a distributor of sealants, waterproofing and concrete accessories.
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ORS Nasco Acquires Fellow Redistributor R3 Safety
It gains ORS a specialized master wholesaler with three U.S. distribution centers.
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Stanley B&D 4Q Margins Jump; 2024 Sales Slide 3%
The company said it expects EBITDA to expand in 2025 as it pursues a return to historical gross margin of about 35%.
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