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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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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
Operations
60 Years In, Midland Tool Expanding Across the Midwest
The longtime Detroit-area distributor added hubs near Chicago and St. Louis in recent years.
February 27, 2024
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From One Product — and One Employee — to a $20M Distributor
"Vendors sell hot dogs; Fort Dearborn is a partner."
February 20, 2024
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Grainger Show Aims to Highlight ‘Solutions’ in an Uncertain Environment
In addition to products, the MRO giant offered fixes for customers' thorniest problems.
February 19, 2024
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Cleveland-Cliffs to Shutter Tin Plant After Tariff Ruling
The closure will result in 900 layoffs.
February 15, 2024
Top Headlines
Sonepar Announces Launch of its 'Purpose'
March 18, 2024
The Risk of Glossing Over Contract 'Boilerplate'
March 18, 2024
Advocacy Group Wins Court Challenge Against Corporate Transparency Law
March 14, 2024
3M Announces New CEO
March 12, 2024
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3M Board Approves Solventum Spin-off
The company is anticipated to spin off from 3M on April 1, 2024.
March 11, 2024
Operations
Union Workers on Strike at Graybar
The Teamsters union said the employees want to be included in the company's profit-sharing program.
March 8, 2024
Operations
K2 Fasteners Partners with Private Equity Firm
K2 is a master distributor of stainless steel and other corrosion-resistant fasteners.
March 7, 2024
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SEC Approves Rule Requiring Some Companies to Report Emissions
The measure included last-minute revisions amid strong pushback from industry.
March 7, 2024
Operations
Shipbuilders Forge Ahead
Specialty forgers can manufacture custom, high-quality, seamless rolled rings in eight weeks.
March 6, 2024
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California Man Charged with Smuggling Refrigerants
The arrest is the first under new restrictions on potent greenhouse gases.
March 5, 2024
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Hardwood Flooring Maker Faces Fines in Wisconsin
OSHA hit the repeat offender for 38 violations and $269,000 in penalties.
March 5, 2024
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Embracing a Digitally Connected Workforce to Create Safer Environments
Some device policies may have inadvertently hindered, rather than promoted, plant floor safety.
March 4, 2024
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Norfolk Southern Urges Shareholders to Reject Takeover Plan
A group of investors is seeking to take control of the railroad.
February 27, 2024
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ISA CEO on Distributor Opportunity, ‘Channel 2.0’
Brendan Breen joined DCKAP’s “Driven” podcast.
February 27, 2024
Operations
Martin Supply Celebrates 90th Anniversary
The company is led today by the third and fourth generations of the Martin family.
February 26, 2024
Operations
Home Depot Violated Labor Law by Firing Worker, Board Rules
The employee refused to remove a hand-drawn "BLM" acronym from a work apron.
February 22, 2024
Operations
Grainger Announces Board Nominees Ahead of Shareholders Meeting
Ann Hailey, a board member since 2006, will not stand for re-election.
February 21, 2024
Operations
Galco Expands its Product Line
The electronics and automation distributor said it added thousands of SKUs last year.
February 21, 2024
Operations
Cleaning Products Manufacturer Cited after Worker Suffers Amputation
The company faces more than $194,000 in proposed penalties.
February 15, 2024