distributors

Technology relations

Contractors and distributors discuss CAD systems, BIM modeling and reliance on eCommerce.

May 9, 2021

In an effort the help distributor members better understand the needs and adapt to evolving expectations of contractor customers, the American Supply Association’s D.NEXT Lab team at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign conducted research focused on contractor purchasing habits, ordering and receiving preferences at distributors, big-box retailers and online.

The Granite Group opens relocated Portland, Maine location

May 4, 2021

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Concord, New Hampshire-based PHCP-PVF distributor The Granite Group announced the opening of its relocated Portland, Maine branch at 331 Warren Avenue. The new branch sits just a few miles away from The Granite Group’s original location on St. John Street.

Winsupply names its Vendors of the Year

May 3, 2021

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The Winsupply Preferred Vendors that won in each category were chosen by Winsupply local companies.

AD member sales up 14% in Q1 2021

May 3, 2021

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AD reported member sales in the first quarter of 2021 were $12.7 billion, an increase of 14% across its 13 divisions and three countries.

ASA University’s MDM program tops 100 students

April 29, 2021

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ASA University’s Master of Distribution Management Program (MDM) reached a milestone of more than 100 students participating in the program, further solidifying the excitement for the future of the PHCP-PVF industry.

MRC Global Q1 financial results

April 28, 2021

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MRC Global has announced first quarter 2021 results.

Bruce Merrifield: Embrace all-win, high-hourly wages

$14 living wage vs. Amazon and Costco strategy.

Bruce Merrifield

April 26, 2021

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The “$15-hour living wage” movement will continue. It will buy votes, liquidate jobs and boost McDonald’s prices more than the new, net wages. Although many voters are weak at system-thinking math, Amazon and Costco are not.

April Supply House Times Movers and Shakers

April 15, 2021

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Fortune Brands Global Plumbing Group, a division of Fortune Brands Home & Security, announced the additions of Nicole Decker and Coty Franklin to its leadership team.

Enjoy the Ride

Bradford White’s Danielle Laird talks growth with the company and focus on wholesale- distribution.

Natalie Forster

April 13, 2021

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Danielle Laird, national accounts manager for Bradford White, absolutely loves the industry and the company she works for.

PACE Supply brings new shopping experience to customers

April 8, 2021

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In 2020, PACE Supply opened a new shopping experience for the service and repair portion of its customer base. Named the PACE Supply, “EZ Pick,” PACE Supply customers can walk into the PACE Supply San Rafael branch and peruse aisles of product hand selected for this service group.