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Valin Corp. Featured On 'Innovations'
July 15, 2014 | by Valin Corp. | Comments
Take a look at Valin Corporation, a leading technical solutions provider for the technology, energy, life sciences, natural resources and transportation industries. The company was recently featured on the Discovery Channel series "Innovations."
3D Printing For Aircraft Industry Takes Off
July 23, 2014 10:47 am | by Reuters | Comments
European aerospace manufacturer Airbus says its pioneering use of a 3D printed titanium bracket...
Amazon Drones Preparing For Takeoff
June 27, 2014 9:40 am | by CNN | Comments
Richard Quest tackles the FAA's new guidelines on commercial drones and he puts one drone to the...
Value-Added Selling: A Message Of Hope
August 29, 2013 2:48 pm | by Tom Reilley, Author of Value-Added Selling | Comments
Value-Added Selling is a content-rich message of hope, one that distributors need to hear - and...
The Big Rig Truck That Drives Itself
July 10, 2014 3:02 pm | by USA TodayGerman automotive manufacturer, Daimler, is taking self-driving vehicles to the next level. Check out this big rig truck that drives itself.
Distribution In The Second Half Of 2014: Critical Factors
June 26, 2014 10:03 am | by Industrial DistributionA look forward to the second half of 2014 and what you can expect to influence business operations in your marketplace.
Video: ID Looks At The First Half Of 2014, And How It's Impacting Distributors
June 25, 2014 2:03 pm | by Industrial DistributionIn this ID Video Market Report special edition, we’ll review what’s happened so far in 2014 — and how it’s been effecting industrial distributors. Topics include the economy, consolidation, and the ever-innovating Amazon.
Amazon Smartphone Ups The E-commerce Game
June 19, 2014 10:03 am | by CNN MoneyAmazon launched a smartphone yesterday that can recognize physical objects and automatically add them to your Amazon cart. This video briefly demonstrates the new feature, the next step in e-commerce.
Longer Tractor-Trailers Could Be On Their Way
June 16, 2014 10:38 am | by CBSSome companies want to extend semi trailers from 28 feet to 33 feet - but will these longer trucks pose more safety risks?
The Price Tag for Corporate Negligence
June 13, 2014 10:07 am | by CNNMoneyGM is in the crosshairs for a delayed recall that caused at least 13 deaths. How much might it have to pay out as a result?
Spacesaver's ActivRACK Mobilized Storage System
March 13, 2014 10:52 am | by Spacesaver IndustrialLocated at booth #8527 during MODEX 2014, Spacesaver Industrial will showcase a new interactive app that helps visitors visualize their storage potential.
Stress Less: Partner With PFI
March 13, 2014 10:51 am | by PFIAre you feeling more stressed and less productive that you did a few years ago? Are you struggling to grow your account base?
Obama Announces First Manufacturing Hub
January 20, 2014 10:07 am | by CNN VideoThe president discusses a new North Carolina "manufacturing hub" that he hopes will spread innovation nationwide.
What Sorting 2,000 Packages Every 17 Seconds Looks Like
December 17, 2013 10:16 am | by CNNMoneyCNNMoney takes a look at the UPS Worldport in Louisville, Ky., the center of the company's international shipping operations. It's the size of 90 football fields, sorts 350,000 packages an hour, and contributes 20,000 jobs to the local economy.
IN BRIEF With Alan Beaulieu: The Current Fiscal Reality
November 21, 2013 3:44 pm | by IMTSEric LeMasters, AMT's Industry Economist, caught up with Alan Beaulieu, President of ITR Economics, at the 2013 Global Forecasting & Marketing Conference for a quick update on the current Fiscal Reality. Alan's presentation at the conference covered projections for machine tool orders as well as an outlook for the general economy.
Special Video Presentation: The 2013 Big 50 List
August 27, 2013 4:12 pm | by Industrial Distribution StaffThis year, for the first time ever, Industrial Distribution's annual Big 50 List is announced via special video presentation. This highly-anticipated list recognizes the industrial market's 50 largest global distributors. The video countdown will reveal this year's roster starting from 50 all the way to #1.
Right-Size Your B2B Ecommerce Strategy
August 20, 2013 11:20 am | by Insite SoftwareWe all know that too many options often come with lots of headaches — not so with Insite Software. A robust platform accompanied by personal attention and quick implementations set Insite apart from other enterprise vendors and assure an eCommerce solution that works for your business.
VIDEO: Engineered Attachment Points Keep Tools Functional
August 9, 2013 3:17 pm | by Snap-On Industrial BrandsExpanding on the introduction of the Snap-On Industrial Brand’s new Tools @ Height Program, John Martell takes a closer look at the tools and their engineered attachment points created for the program to increase safety and productivity on the jobsite.
Addressing Market Disruptions: B2B Game Plan Forum
July 25, 2013 4:30 pm | by Game PlanGame Plan is the only e-commerce Forum for the B2B market of Brands, Manufacturers, and Distributors. Brian Walker, Senior Vice President of Strategy at hybris, shares his thoughts on the importance of a B2B forum such as Game Plan. This is a place where B2B thought leaders can come together and discuss what is happening in the current market.
VIDEO: Snap-On Aims High With Tools @ Height Program
July 15, 2013 1:49 pm | by Snap-On Industrial BrandsThe third most common occurrence of death in the workplace is when people fall. The fourth most common? When things fall on people. Martell discusses the new program from Snap On that aims to keep things from falling on people, so that this category can fall off the statistics charts.
ISA 2013 Day Two Wrap-Up
June 4, 2013 10:16 am | by IDtvMonday's ISA wrap-up report from IDtv features ISA Vice President Michael Carr on the value of connecting suppliers with their partners, Anna Wells and Jack Keough discuss face-to-face training with product demos, and an exclusive interview with Cataleap's Tim Barry on the future of the catalog.
ISA 2013 Day One Wrap-Up
June 3, 2013 12:49 pm | by IDtvSunday's ISA wrap-up report from IDtv includes John Buckley on the changes to the ISA program and how they reflect the need for distributors to "thrive in a connected world," Anna Wells and Jack Keough discuss how best practices have morphed based on market shifts and customer demands, and a look at some of the newest products and solutions on display.
Spacesaver: Storage At Work
March 6, 2013 1:26 pmSpacesaver Industrial explains how industrial users can take existing racking equipment and mobilize it for more effective storage and accessibility. See how the ActiveRAC system allows for cost reduction via its condensed storage capability, allowing expanding businesses to take back the square footage they need for production.
Video Market Report 6: Big Acquisitions, Possible Divestitures, and Tips on a Millenial Workforce
February 27, 2013 3:48 pm | by Industrial Distribution StaffIn the sixth episode of the Industrial Distribution Video Market Report, we highlight the latest consolidation trends, including news from MSC, Barnes Group, ITW, and Rexnord. Financial updates follow Grainger, United Stationers and Lincoln Electric, and announcements from trade associations show market segment improvements and efforts towards talent management.
