Distributors TopBuild, SPI Nix Acquisition Deal
Originally announced this past July, the deal was valued at $960 million.
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April 2024
Key Supply Chain Management Strategies for OEMs, and the Questions to Ask
Two VPs from fasteners distributor and manufacturer Optimas Solutions discuss personally-vetted supply chain management strategies for OEMs.
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Taiwan’s WT Microelectronics Completes $3.8B Acquisition of Future Electronics
The deal was originally announced on September 14, 2023.
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NFDA Posthumously Awards Strandquist as Fastener Pro of the Year
Marc Strandquist — a 37-year industry veteran with Wurth Industry North America, Optimas Solutions and Martin Inc. — passed away on Aug. 31.
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Analysis: Geopolitical Impacts on Distributors’ Supply Chains
We analyze the qualitative results of our 1Q24 Baird-MDM Distribution Survey question that asked distributors about current or expected impacts from geopolitical issues.
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Schneider Electric, Bentley Systems Discussing Potential Deal
A potential transaction would likely be a merger of Bentley with Schneider’s software business and be valued at over $15 billion.
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Ballymore Safety Sold from Graycliff to One Equity Partners
Middle market private equity firm One Equity Partners acquires lifting, material handling and safety product distributor and manufacturer.
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L.A.’s Ace Industrial Shares Product Expansion Plans
The distributor is adding over 1,000 new products to its current inventory of 6,000 items alongside advanced logistics solutions.
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February U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up 9% YoY
After a weak finish to 2023, the industry saw rebounds in monthly orders and shipments in the first two months of 2024.
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Electrical Distributor Fromm Launches Services Division
Reading, PA-based Fromm launched an engineering and fabrication division to serve manufacturers and electrical contractors.
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BlackHawk Expands Vending Unit with 2 Appointments
BlackHawk Industrial accelerates expansion efforts with two key additions to its national supply chain solutions vending operations.
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Quick Thoughts from ISA24
Mike Hockett shares observations from ISA’s annual spring convention, covering event takeaways on the economy, technology, sales transformation, culture, regulations and more.
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Snap-on Posts Flat 1Q Sales, Higher Profit
Wisconsin-based tool manufacturer Snap-on posted 1Q24 sales of $1.18 million, a modest organic sales decline.
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IDCO Names 2023 Distributor, Supplier of the Year
The cooperative has honored its top distributors and manufacturers for their achievements and contributions over the past year.
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Rexel USA Appoints Gulf Central Region Leader
Former Wesco VP Shawn Hawkins will join electrical supplies distributor Rexel USA as the Gulf Central Region President.
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Motion’s 1Q Sales Fell 2.2% as Profits Rose
Motion continued to see sales growth and strong renewal rates with corporate account customers, which comprise about 45% of business.
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Baird-MDM Research: Suppliers Changing Purchase Minimums
A key question in the latest Baird-MDM Distribution Survey addressed whether there is a real trend in suppliers changing minimum purchasing requirements, and who it’s impacting most.
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Biden Calls for Tripling of Chinese Steel Tariffs
President Biden wants to raise the tariff rate on certain Chinese steel and aluminum imports to cut out “unfair competition”.
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Packer Fastener Expands to Kansas City
The new branch in Olathe, MO is the distributor’s 11th overall.
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March U.S. Industrial Production Rises on Factory Strength
It marked the first time growth occurred over two straight months since March-April of 2023.
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