Core U.S. Capital Goods Surprisingly Rise Again in May
The April data was revised lower, however, indicating businesses remained cautious about investing amid economic uncertainty.
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June 2023
Amazon Taps Small Businesses for Last Mile Delivery Network
The new delivery program has a goal of recruiting approximately 2,500 small business partners by the end of this year.
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PTDA Launches Learning Hub
The PTDA Learning Hub offers learning materials on the fundamental characteristics of power transmissions/motion control products.
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BlueLinx Adds New General Counsel
Building product distributor BlueLinx Holdings has appointed Tricia Kinney as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective July 31.
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IKO Appoints National Distribution Sales Leader
Bearings and motion control product manufacturer IKO named Jeff Williams as National Distribution Sales Manager.
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Distributor OrePac Building Products Expands Mfg. Capacity
OrePac will establish Pacific Manufacturing and Logistics to operate a moulding and millwork products manufacturing facility in Oregon.
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How Customer Engagement is Changing in Distribution, and Where AI Applies
Mike Hockett distills key takeaways from a new MDM whitepaper and webcast on the topic of customer experience and what distributors are doing to improve it.
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The Collins Companies Adds PVF Distributor Washburn‐Garfield
As a result of acquiring Washburn‐Garfield Corporation, The Collins Companies will expand its presence in Worcester, Massachusetts.
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City Maintenance Supply Acquires West Florida Supply
West Florida Supply is a distributor to retailers, education systems, food processors and municipalities, City Maintenance says.
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Chemicals & Tool Suppliers Now Eligible for CHIPS Act Funds
The Biden Administration is now incentivizing the thousands of suppliers that provide the materials and tools used to produce semiconductors.
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BradyIFS Grows on East Coast, Acquires FPC Distribution
FPC Distribution, Inc. is a foodservice, dry goods and JanSan distributor serving Maryland and Virginia.
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SRS Distribution Acquires Washoe Building Supply in Nevada
The current owners will continue to lead the company’s ‘dedicated’ team under the Washoe banner, SRS says.
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Ace Hardware to Add Massive DC in Kansas City
The new facility is projected to be fully operational in 2025 and is expected to create 350 new jobs, the company said.
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Private Brand Strategies that Create Real Value for Customers
Steve Gettleman outlines three value pillars within distribution private branding programs and the keys to getting them right.
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April Cutting Tool Orders Fall 15.8% from March, Up 7.5% YoY
While U.S. cutting tool consumption fell after a spike, market indicators remain positive with growth expected, according to USCTI and AMT.
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Wire & Cable Distributor IEWC Joins AD Electrical Unit
AD’s resources will support IEWC’s efforts to expand while deepening its connections with other independent distributors.
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3M Settles PFAS Contamination Litigation for Up to $12.5B
3M will pay up to settle a lawsuit claiming the chemicals in the firefighting foam provided to them contaminated drinking water.
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DigiKey Adds 175K New SKUs
The company has expanded its portfolio by stocking 175K parts year-to-date, including nearly 40,000 newly introduced product SKUs.
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PTDA Adds 6 New Members
The Power Transmission Distributors Association welcomes two new distributors, three manufacturers and one associate to its membership.
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NetPlus: 88% of Distributor Members Expect ‘23 Sales Growth
The NetPlus Alliance Industry Outlook tracks business results and trends in the industrial and contractor supply markets.
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