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Operations
From Hardware Store to National Distributor
Over more than a century, Black & Company has evolved from a storefront to six distribution hubs.
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E-Commerce
Amazon Business Expands to Mexico
The B2B seller now operates in 10 countries.
March 14, 2024
Company Expansion & Consolidation
Packer Fastener Announces New Headquarters
The company said "unprecedented growth" necessitated the move.
March 12, 2024
Earnings
Sonepar Posts $36.4B in 2023 Sales
The electrical distribution giant completed 13 acquisitions during the year.
March 12, 2024
Operations
3M Announces New CEO
Bill Brown is the former chairman and CEO of L3Harris Technologies.
March 12, 2024
Operations
Graybar, Teamsters Reach Deal to End Strike
Dozens of workers had been on the picket line at a St. Louis-area facility since late last month.
March 12, 2024
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Staffing Changes
Kennametal Names New Chief Executive
Chris Rossi will retire in June after seven years leading the company.
March 14, 2024
Economy
Wholesale Prices Picked Up Again in February
Inflation pressures remain elevated and might not cool as fast as the Federal Reserve would like.
March 14, 2024
Operations
Advocacy Group Wins Court Challenge Against Corporate Transparency Law
A small business group said the measure — designed to combat money laundering — is too burdensome.
March 14, 2024
Business Technology
Security Breach: Cybersecurity's Greatest Weapon - Awareness
The sector's (forced) cyber awakening needs to focus on making it harder to be a hacker.
March 13, 2024
Technology & Software
ABB Opens Revamped Robotics Headquarters
The company invested $20 million in the suburban Detroit campus.
March 13, 2024
Technology & Software
Cutting Tool Orders Up 4% to Start the Year
The total suggests that an expected decline "will not be as severe" as some projections.
March 13, 2024
Staffing Changes
Wright Names New Assistant VP
Gregg Futey will have a role in business development, financial administration and marketing.
March 13, 2024
Staffing Changes
Kodiak Names New Sun Mountain, American Builders Supply Executives
The appointments reflect the company's "commitment to cultivating top talent."
March 13, 2024
Logistics
Johnstone Supply Selects Quadient as Smart Locker Partner
The wholesale HVACR distributor has already installed "Parcel Pending" lockers at 30 locations.
March 13, 2024
Mergers & Acquisitions
Imperial Dade Acquires JAD Building Maintenance Supplies
The deal will bolster Imperial Dade's presence in New York City.
March 12, 2024
Economy
Manufacturing Technology Orders Drop 3.7% in January
Demand is still being driven highly specialized, automated machinery.
March 12, 2024
Economy
U.S. Inflation Up Again as Price Pressures Remain Elevated
One economist called it "a disappointment, but not a disaster."
March 12, 2024
New Products
Schneider Electric Debuts New Collaborative Robots at MODEX 2024
The Lexium line enables high-speed motion and control of up to 130 axes from one processor.
March 12, 2024
Mergers & Acquisitions
Spartan Tool Acquired by Private Equity Firm
The firm plans to leverage its experience to "create value immediately."
March 11, 2024