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MRC Global Extends Agreement with Shell
The distributor will remain a key pipe, valve and fitting supplier to the oil and gas giant.
September 28, 2023
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The 2023 Industrial Distribution Big 50 Countdown: The Top 10
The companies atop our annual rankings of North America’s largest industrial product distributors.
September 28, 2023
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Earnings
Ferguson Sales Climb 4% in Latest Fiscal Year Despite Q4 Decline
The company, however, expects sales to remain “broadly flat” in the new fiscal year.
September 27, 2023
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E-Commerce
Amazon Sued by FTC, 17 States for Inflating Prices
Regulators said the e-commerce giant abuses its position to inflate prices, overcharge sellers and stifle competition.
September 27, 2023
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Staffing Changes
White Cap CEO Announces Retirement; Company President Promoted
John Stegeman will step down as chief executive early next year.
September 26, 2023
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Mergers & Acquisitions
SRS Distribution Acquires Sunniland Corp.
Sunniland provides residential and commercial roofing products across Florida and Georgia.
September 29, 2023
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Technology & Software
Security Breach: 'They're Hitting Everyone They Can'
How and why hackers are targeting smaller enterprises, and one organization's efforts to defend manufacturing.
September 29, 2023
Fixtureworks offers a lineup of hand wheels and cranks.
New Products
Hand Wheels & Cranks for End Products & Machines
These hand wheels and cranks are designed to be applicable both on end products as well as the machines used in the manufacturing process.
September 29, 2023
A woman looks at Apple's new iPhone 15 at an Apple Store in Los Angeles, Sept. 22, 2023.
Economy
Higher Gas Prices Lift Key Inflation Gauge
But underlying price pressures remain mild.
September 29, 2023
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The 2023 Industrial Distribution Big 50
Distributors are hungry to win — and it shows.
September 29, 2023
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Logistics
Wesco Upgrades its Construction Services
The company said it has enhanced its distribution, installation and cable management solutions.
September 28, 2023
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Technology & Software
Dexterity AI, FedEx Unveil Robotic Trailer-Loading Technology
The company's AI-powered software tackles one of parcel handling’s most challenging tasks.
September 28, 2023
A hiring sign displayed at a retail store in Vernon Hills, Ill., Aug. 31, 2023.
Economy
Layoffs Remain Rare as Unemployment Applications Inch Up
Applications increased modestly after reaching their lowest levels in months.
September 28, 2023
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Company Expansion & Consolidation
Diablo Tools Announces New 'World-Class' Distribution Hub
The "Diablo Super Center" will double the company's U.S. capacity.
September 28, 2023
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Supply Chain
Innovation and the Loss Of Technology
"How many technologies and industries are we willing to lose before we lose our ability to compete using innovation as our primary strategy?"
September 27, 2023
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Operations
Sandvik Coromant Introduces New Brand Identity
The cutting tool maker said the change reflects a commitment to "innovation and sustainable progress."
September 27, 2023
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Economy
Cutting Tool Orders Up 4% in July
Orders through the first seven months of the year were up more than 9%.
September 27, 2023
DuPont's new adhesives production facility in Zhangjiagang, East China.
Operations
DuPont Opens 'State-of-the-Art' Factory in Support of Strategic Shift
The plant will focus on making adhesives for electric vehicles.
September 27, 2023
General Electric washing machines displayed at a store in Marietta, Ga., Sept. 15, 2023.
Economy
Consumer Confidence Tumbles as Anxiety Grows
The index's latest reading historically signals a recession within a year.
September 27, 2023