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Mike Hockett
Nov 28, 2017

In this week's Quick Hits episode, ID editor Mike Hockett recaps 

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Lehman Pipe and Supply distribution center, Miami.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Building a ‘Super-Regional Leader’
A Florida pipe, valves and fittings distributor eyes aggressive expansion after securing a private equity partner.
December 13, 2024
Rubix branch, Feltham, England.
Mergers & Acquisitions
U.K. MRO Distributor Acquires Italian Counterpart
Rubix officials said Somi would bolster both its footprint and its flow and fluid power solutions.
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Operations
Meeting in the Middle
How MiddleGround Capital is navigating industry challenges — while setting the stage for growth.
December 12, 2024
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Mergers & Acquisitions
TTDS Acquires Applied Thermal Systems
The deal expands TTDS' footprint into the Upper Midwest.
December 11, 2024
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Earnings
Ferguson Posts Slight Sales Increase as Earnings, Profit Slide
The company said that its new fiscal year began “largely as expected.”
December 10, 2024
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Amazon Tests 15 Minute Delivery
The experimental initiative could be a precursor to a broader rollout.
December 10, 2024
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Operations
Motion President James Howe on His Priorities Heading into 2025
Plus, lessons learned in recent years — and navigating new technology moving forward.
December 10, 2024
Global The Source, Universal City, Texas.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Private Equity Firm to Combine HVAC Distributors Global, MARS
Officials said the deal would strengthen the product and service offerings of both companies.
December 9, 2024
Ribbon-cutting ceremony at Evolution Motion Solutions' facility, Wilmington, Mass.
Company Expansion & Consolidation
Evolution Motion Solutions Opens Boston-Area Hub
The new facility follows the company's expansion into New England last year.
December 9, 2024
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How Rexel Is Taking on the Explosive Electrification Trend
Eric Packer discusses the biggest opportunities in the market.
December 9, 2024
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E-Commerce
Company Launches a ‘Digital-First’ MRO Distributor
NorthSky Supply calls itself an “e-commerce forward” B2B distribution platform.
December 6, 2024
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Sales
Fastenal Posts the Year’s First Monthly Increase in Fastener Sales
The company’s average daily sales were up 3.4% last month.
December 5, 2024
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Famed Workwear Maker Moving from Texas to California
Dickies’ move marks a reversal of a highly publicized recent trend.
December 5, 2024
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Operations
Aligning ‘Culture and Capability’
After 11 acquisitions in just two years, AFC shares the dedicated method that defines its deals.
December 5, 2024
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Company Expansion & Consolidation
World Electric Opens South Florida Distribution Hub
The Sonepar company said the suburban Miami facility will offer specialty services to the regional market.
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