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ASA launches VITALITY Growth Assessment Tool

A bold strategic tool to help members confidentially assess their readiness for growth.

September 21, 2021

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Given today’s rapidly changing business environment, strengthening a company’s ability to compete will require leaders to think about their businesses like they never have before. Today’s environment requires a new level of strategic vision, growth mindset, planning, investment, expanding skill sets and taking risks to stay relevant and compete.

Chris Fasano: Givers and takers

Advocate and invest to protect the future of our industry.

Chris Fasano

September 14, 2021

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Joining a national association and adding your name to those that give of their company to build a stronger industry and stronger future is not life-threatening by any means. No one is shooting at us and our lives aren’t at risk.

Evaluating forklift safety in your warehouse

Prevent injuries with proper knowledge and training.

Nate Oland

September 8, 2021

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Forklifts, a type of powered industrial truck, are versatile pieces of equipment that can be adapted for many lifting and transporting tasks. But do you know who is operating a forklift at your business, and are they following workplace safety rules?

Fire hazard assessment and prevention in the workplace

Nate Oland

September 3, 2021

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All fires need three elements to burn: Fuel, oxygen and a source of ignition. Consider those factors when evaluating your workplace — is it at risk for a potential fire? There are many types of fire hazards to keep in mind, and they can all result in devastating losses if not properly identified.

Equipment Controls Co. uses ASA PROJECT TALENT free careers recruitment platform to hire new employee

September 3, 2021

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When ASA member distributor Equipment Controls Co. was looking to hire a new warehouse associate, it turned to the association’s PROJECT TALENT careers recruitment platform for assistance.

ASA’s monthly sales report shows upward trend beginning to level off

September 2, 2021

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Respondents to ASA’s monthly sales report registered a 15.4% change in average sales for July 2021 vs. July 2020. July 2021 vs. June 2021, respondents reported a median sales decrease of -5.7%.

Apply 3 rules from Judith Honesty to ace your next crucial conversation

Prepare for the difficult conversations between vendors and wholesalers.

Amy Souders

August 30, 2021

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Think about the most difficult conversations that vendors and wholesalers can have as we work together to drive profitable growth. Don’t you wish you had an antidote to make those difficult conversations easier – and more successful?

ASA positions on International Fire Code survive public comment period

Jim Kendzel

August 26, 2021

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ASA, in cooperation with other organizations such as HARDI and AHRI, has worked diligently to ensure that proposed revisions to the International Fire Code (IFC) address the safe storage of low greenhouse gas refrigerants (A2Ls).

ASA to host Operating Performance Report webinar

August 13, 2021

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After nearly a year of catastrophic events and the subsequent policies that have changed how businesses operate, business owners are in a state of heightened alert for whatever might come around the corner. Now, more than ever, businesses are looking to gain a better understanding of how they compare to their peers and competitors.

What you need to know about welding

Welding offers immediate challenges and long-term opportunities for suppliers.

Breton Hampel Jason Carroll

August 11, 2021

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Over its 100-year history, welding has become one of the most essential technical skills in manufacturing and fabrication. The process of using high-temperature, electrical-powered heat to fuse two pieces of metal or synthetic material has been incorporated throughout the industry in an increasingly wide variety of applications that rely on a range of tools and techniques.

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ASA’S NETWORK 2018 in photos

The American Supply Association recently held its annual NETWORK 2018 convention in Scottsdale, Arizona. The industry’s biggest event of the year brings together ASA member distributors, master distributors, manufacturers and manufacturers reps for an agenda loaded with quality networking and educational platforms. Here’s a look back at this year’s extravaganza. All photos by Bob Levy/Robert Levy Photography

December 12, 2018