AD Affiliates Continue To Take Market Share In 3Q

Jack Templin, AD’s President of the Industrial Supply Division shares, “In spite of a challenging economic environment, 2013 is shaping up to be one of the most successful in our history. Whether through geographic expansion, acquisition or innovative solutions and services, our members continue to find ways to grow.”

Sales for all AD Affiliates, across all AD Divisions, grew by 4% in the first three quarters of 2013 to $21 billion.

AD Industrial Member sales grew 2% in the first three quarters of 2013, on a same-store basis from $3.81 billion to $3.87 billion. 

Jack Templin, AD’s President of the Industrial Supply Division shares, “In spite of a challenging economic environment, 2013 is shaping up to be one of the most successful in our history.  Whether through geographic expansion, acquisition or innovative solutions and services, our members continue to find ways to grow.” 

Doing their part for the economy, AD Independents hired 1,808 new employees and opened 108 new locations through the first nine months of 2013.  AD’s multi-industry, multi-market structure enables us to grow (and add value to our membership and suppliers) in all types of economic conditions.

Affiliated Distributors provides independent distributors and manufacturers of construction and industrial products with support and resources that accelerate growth. Our 450 plus independently owned members span seven industries and two countries with annual sales in excess of $25 Billion. For more information visit: www.ADHQ.com

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