The AHR Expo, scheduled for February 10-12 in Orlando, will showcase trends like decarbonization and A2L refrigerants, with 1,865 exhibitors including Caleffi North America. Attendees can connect with experts and explore new products, while the Podcast Pavilion celebrates its five-year anniversary.
At the ASA Training Manager’s CONNECT meeting, industry professionals discussed training challenges in the distribution sector, including role standardization.
The U.S. has cut per capita water usage by 10% from 2005 to 2015, thanks to water-efficient plumbing products that saved over $135 billion. As climate change increases water shortage risks, the plumbing supply chain must adapt to evolving efficiency standards.
ASA Advocacy engaged lawmakers on key legislation as Republicans prepare to take control of Congress, anticipating swift action on tax matters despite temporary voting losses. The 119th Congress will focus on advancing Republican priorities quickly.
The new president of the American Supply Association (ASA) shares his 18-year journey, highlighting ASA's value in networking and equality among wholesalers.
As 2024 ends, I’ll review last year’s predictions and share twelve trends for 2025. I’ll focus on important trends for supply houses rather than predicting the stock market. Let’s dive into my 2024 predictions.
At NETWORK in Chicago, ASA President Patrick Maloney highlighted the importance of face-to-face recruitment and advocated for job fairs to attract and retain talent, sharing his positive experiences speaking at local colleges about industry opportunities.
In October 2024, respondents reported a nearly 7% sales increase year-over-year, rebounding from a weak September. Industrial PVF firms faced declining year-to-date and trailing sales, while distributors showed cautious optimism for 2025.
At the American Supply Association's annual event, industry leaders addressed concerns about talent recruitment, competition from e-commerce, and the need for independent distributors to adapt and enhance their service offerings to stay competitive.
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