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At Merit Brass, we believe that your job should be easier. That's why we've developed a new interactive webpage that serves as your one-stop shop for all your valve inventory needs. It's time to simplify your supply chain and focus on what matters most.

In an industry where scale and speed can overshadow character, Thos. Somerville Co. stands out not just by what it delivers — but how it delivers it. What began in 1861 as a modest brass foundry has grown into a Mid-Atlantic plumbing, heating, and HVAC supply powerhouse. But Somerville’s real strength lies in a culture grounded in craftsmanship, relational trust, and service — principles forged in the foundry and still alive today.

Consolidation is affecting the waterworks ecosystem, with investor-owned utilities acquiring many small systems. In 2024, 79% of water utility deals involved systems with fewer than 3,000 people, and wastewater acquisitions accounted for half of Q4 activity, driven by regulatory burdens on small systems and larger companies' growth ambitions.

Exhibitors included six decorative suppliers and seven wholesale suppliers. Each of the suppliers hosted an interactive exhibit for showrooms/wholesalers to visit and learn about their particular product specialties. 

Throughout the 1970s-1980s there were four main industry buying groups - AD, Embassy, Omni and WIT & Co. Often referred to as “legacy buying groups,” these groups existed and operated for decades before consolidation began. Here's a quick history lesson on buying group mergers in the sector.

"Stronger together," truly embodies the spirit of what NIBCO and ASA are building side by side: a smarter, more agile, and more resilient supply chain. We’re living in a time where the pressures on distributors, manufacturers, and wholesalers have never been greater

This is Winsupply’s third acquisition of this year. Earlier this year, Winsupply closed on the acquisition of Kansas-based Industrial Sales Co. and Florida-based United Lighting & Supply Co.

F.W. Webb Co. opened its newest wholesale location at 139 Industrial Avenue. The 35,000-square-foot building offers convenient access to Route 7, Middlebury College, downtown Middlebury, and surrounding communities.

Once a company completes the assessment, it will receive a customized set of resources and recommendations based on those results. These will provide actionable suggestions for how to elevate training efforts and continue progressing along the Training Maturity Self-Assessment Tool pathway. 

The tour will provide a peek behind the curtain of the stocking efficiencies and abilities of Winsupply, and insight into opportunities to grow with them. After the tour, key people from Winsupply will present on their unique approach and entrepreneurial spirit, which enables local Winsupply companies to be successful in their respective markets.