Articles Tagged with ''acquisition''

AD announced that Frank’s Supply Company, Inc. became a member of the AD Industrial & Safety Division – U.S. effective Jan. 1, 2026, expanding the group’s roster of independent distributors.

The acquisition expands customer access to The Granite Group’s products and services along the busy Route 128 corridor northeast of Boston and brings leading brands—including Kohler—to all locations

Beginning January 1, 2026, PCS will join AD’s network as the organization expands its footprint beyond traditional markets,.

As 2025 comes to a close, it’s time for me to review my predictions from last year and predict ten more trends for 2026. Just like last year, I will avoid predicting where the stock market will be at the end of 2026; instead, I will stick to identifying trends that supply houses will find important in the upcoming year. My scorecard shows I got 7.25 out of 12 right. With all of that, let's jump in and review my 2025 predictions.

Tom and Dave Skinner will be stepping down as part of the transition. 

A. O. Smith Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Leonard Valve, a leader in thermostatic and digital mixing valves, along with its Heat-Timer brand.

The acquisition aims to strengthen Charlotte Pipe’s position in the waterworks industry and unites three long-established American manufacturers with shared commitments to domestic production.

MARS Parts, composed of both Global and Source, has been acquired by RectorSeal. Discussions for the deal have been in process since October.

This acquisition builds on a partnership with Palladio Compressors to advance high-lift heat pumps and large cooling applications.

The company has expanded its sales network to offer DHT products across Colorado, Montana and Wyoming.