There’s an undeniable sense of entrepreneurship that flows throughout the independent distribution industry. PVF master distributor Wayland Industries is a prime example, with 103 years of history behind it; for four generations now, members of the Kurstin family have started master distribution companies within the PVF sector.

Low oil pricing, supply chain disruption and lack of skilled labor are some of the top concerns among master distributors around the county.

The majority of distributors agreed that while they know the workforce and customer base are aging, they aren’t yet feeling a prominent shift related to business practices and customer habits. 

Anvil's broad fire protection offering together with Kennedy Valve's UL/FM product portfolio delivers customers reliable, cost-effective and innovative solutions trusted to protect people and property, the company noted.

Jon Wickersham appointed to new role; Mar Duford joins JS-Northeast.

Product combo is for shotgun installations in wet pipe fire protections systems.

New company creates the largest master standing piping products distributor in the United States.

Manufacturers and master distributors say contractors want products that save time and function for the long haul.

Improving market conditions and a focus on exceptional service key factors linked to current master-distributor optimism.

Birmingham, Alabama-based kitchen-and-bath master distributor continues to grow as new West Coast facility appears on the horizon.