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Sales
Graybar Says 2023 Sales Set New Record
The electrical and industrial distributor reported $11 billion in annual net sales.
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Mergers & Acquisitions
MiddleGround Capital to Acquire Starrett
The private equity firm reached an agreement to take the tool and equipment maker private.
March 15, 2024
Video
Why Are Distributors Settling for Single-Digit Growth?
Justin Roff-Marsh says the solution is hiding in plain sight.
March 15, 2024
Company Expansion & Consolidation
Home Depot to Open Four Distribution Hubs for 'Pro' Customers
The facilities are expected to open in the first half of the year.
March 14, 2024
Operations
From Hardware Store to National Distributor
Over more than a century, Black & Company has evolved from a storefront to six distribution hubs.
March 14, 2024
E-Commerce
Amazon Business Expands to Mexico
The B2B seller now operates in 10 countries.
March 14, 2024
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January 31, 2024
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January 29, 2024
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February 13, 2024
Mergers & Acquisitions
Genesys Industries Acquires Latrobe Foundry Machine & Supply
LF's pipe fittings and hardware are distributed by McMaster-Carr, MSC Industrial and Ferguson, among others.
March 18, 2024
Operations
Sonepar Announces Launch of its 'Purpose'
The company made six commitments by 2028 as part of its long-term planning.
March 18, 2024
Mergers & Acquisitions
Core & Main to Acquire ACF West
The deal will expand the company's geosynthetics footprint across the West.
March 18, 2024
Company Expansion & Consolidation
OmniCable Launches New Communications Business
The company said it is "redefining the supply chain and sourcing experience."
March 18, 2024
Company Expansion & Consolidation
Schneider Electric to Invest $140M in U.S. Manufacturing
The company plans to add a new plant in Tennessee.
March 18, 2024
Video
GM Tattles on Drivers, Weird Chinese EVs, CEO Sells Fake Implants | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 161
Also on the podcast, Tyson closes pork plant in Iowa, Rivian stops EV factory construction, Chemours execs in hot water over bonus pay, hydrogen fuel cell maker gets $75M boost in Michigan and the UAW's southern strategy.
March 18, 2024
Economy
Consumer Sentiment Ticks Down Slightly
But most still expect inflation to ease further.
March 18, 2024
Operations
The Risk of Glossing Over Contract 'Boilerplate'
As the old adage goes, the devil is in the details.
March 18, 2024
Technology & Software
Oracle Release Focuses on Smarter, More Efficient Operations
The company recently unveiled Smart Operations capabilities in Oracle Cloud SCM.
March 15, 2024
New Products
Industrial Duty LED Lights for C Series
The new LED lights feature a 50,000 hour rating, internal light diffusers and shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses.
March 15, 2024
Technology & Software
Oracle Adds New Generative AI Capabilities to Cloud Applications Suite
These new capabilities could help streamline responsibilities, not people, throughout the enterprise.
March 15, 2024
Associations
PMA Elects Ulbrich COO as Chairman
The sales VP of Batesville Tool & Die will serve as vice chairman and treasurer.
March 15, 2024
Supply Chain
Reported Hypersonic Missile Could Raise Stakes in Red Sea Crisis
Houthi rebels have hinted for weeks about “surprises.”
March 15, 2024
Staffing Changes
Kennametal Names New Chief Executive
Chris Rossi will retire in June after seven years leading the company.
March 14, 2024