BlackHawk Integrates Big Red, Boosting Fasteners Offering
The industrial distributor acquired Big Red Fasteners in 2022 as part of its long-term growth initiative.
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October 2023
QuickTake: Distributors’ Vision to Transformation
In a debrief on core themes from MDM’s 2023 SHIFT conference, Mike Marks and Tom Gale discuss a clearer vision for distribution emerging.
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Citing Progress, UAW Forgoes Additional Walkouts as Strike Enters 4th Week
According to the union president, leadership decided not to strike at a General Motors factory in Texas, but 25,000 workers remain on the picket line.
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Switzerland’s Tyrolit Acquires Acme Abrasives in Michigan
Acme is a specialized abrasives manufacturer and provider based in Michigan, and is now Tyrolit’s 7th manufacturing plant in the U.S.
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Uber Launches Package Returns Service
The rideshare company says it will charge a flat fee of $5 for the service or $3 for its Uber One members.
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Dover to Buy Compressors Supplier FW Murphy for $530M
Following the closing of the transaction, FW Murphy will become part of the Dover Precision Components operating unit.
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4 Elements of a Distributor’s Culture that Foster Growth
Three executives share how they implement elements of a ‘good company culture’ in order to grow their business, attract new employees and keep existing employees invested.
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MSC Shareholders Approve Elimination of Dual-Class Structure
The Melville, New York-based MRO product and service distributor first announced its reclassification plan in June.
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Kodiak Acquires Don’s Appliance in Diversification Move
Don’s Appliances will continue to operate independently under the Kodiak umbrella, maintaining its brand identity and leadership team.
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SKF Inaugurates $63M Factory in Monterrey, Mexico
The bearings manufacturing facility will support SKF development in the Americas and meet customer needs as the focus on electrification increases.
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September Premium Monthly: Eyeing 2030, Wholesale Trade Data, Equipment Financing & Ferguson
MDM’s September content eyed what a leading distributor looks like in 2030; equipment leasing vs. purchasing considerations; and a deep dive on Ferguson’s market positioning.
NAW Adds Government Relations Leader
The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors named Lauren Williams Associate Vice President of Government Relations.
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U.S. August Factory Orders Rose 1.2%, Beating Expectations
The month-to-month growth is a considerable rebound from July’s 2.1% decline, according to the latest Census Bureau data.
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MEMA Survey Shows Layoffs, Financial Impact from UAW Strike
Nearly 30% of vehicle suppliers surveyed by MEMA have laid off some direct labor employees as a result of the UAW strike.
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Infor Releases Enterprise Automation Solution, Developer Portal
The company says its new services will help with back-end automation and provide on-ramps for launching solutions on Infor Marketplace.
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Dakota Supply Group Opens Detroit Area Branch
DSG recently announced the grand opening of its location at 38995 Schoolcraft Road in Livonia, according to a news release.
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Electric Supply Center Partners with NHL’s Boston Bruins
The ESC logo will ‘occupy a prominent location at top center ice for every home game at TD Garden,’ the Bruins’ home arena.
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Palmdale Oil to Acquire Florida’s Como Oil & Propane
Michael Bodine and Como’s Florida-based team will continue to lead the Como Propane Division under Palmdale.
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Ingersoll Rand Acquires Firms in Canada, Slovakia
Oxywise and Fraserwoods Fabrication & Machining are being purchased for a combined, all-cash price of approximately $26 million.
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MDM Podcast: Endries’ Michael Knight on His Learning Curve, Coaching & AI
Endries International CEO Michael Knight discusses his first year leading the fast-growing OEM fasteners distributor, his thoughts on AI ethics and the power of coaching your staff.
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