The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of a stay of the mandate from OSHA, which would have applied to businesses with over 100 employees and affected more than 80 million workers.
Category: Industry Events
Dynamic Air Quality Solutions Announces Two Promotions
Dynamic Air Quality Solutions announced the appointment of Steve Mores as president of its residential products division, and Michelle Hogan as vice president of business development.
5 Ways Distributors Can Make Warehouse Jobs More Attractive
Employers created an average of 550,000 new jobs each month during 2021, and the unemployment rate is nudging closer to pre-pandemic levels. But ask any employer and they’ll tell you about the struggles of hiring workers right now. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 11 million job openings at the end […]
Stellar Industrial Supply Acquires JLM
MRO distributor Stellar Industrial Supply, Tacoma, Washington, has acquired JLM Industrial Supply, a Sparks, Nevada-based industrial distribution and integrated supply firm. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Stellar says the acquisition will help it secure an immediate and strong market presence in the northern Nevada region. The acquisition is scheduled to close March […]
PHCC Educational Foundation Announces Passing of Dick Irwin
PHCC Educational Foundation announced that Raymond R. “Dick” Irwin passed away on Monday evening at the age of 93.
Reedy Industries Equips Service Teams with Data-driven Technology Solution
Reedy Industries and XOi Technologies announced a collaboration that equips field technicians with artificial intelligence and augmented reality-driven technology solutions.
2021 Top Takeaways for HVAC Industry
The ACHR NEWS talked with leaders in the industry about lessons learned in 2021 that can be applied in the new year.
Tests Show Where to Address Insulation Needs
An HVAC contractor called in to solve a comfort problem will usually first address the equipment. Some stop there, but more progressive contractors then look at the ductwork. Finally, comes the insulation.
Ferguson CEO: Supply Chain Worries, Labor Issues Still Loom Over Industry in 2022
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Marcone Acquires Munch’s Supply
Marcone announced that it has acquired Munch’s Supply, a distributor of HVAC equipment, parts, and supplies.
Baltimore Aircoil Company to Showcase New Adiabatic Cooler at AHR Expo 2022
BAC will showcase a new adiabatic product through an immersive AR experience at the AHR Expo.
Wynnchurch Sells Controlling Interest in Rosboro
Rosemont, Illinois-based middle-market private equity firm Wynnchurch Capital has sold its majority interest in Rosboro Holdings, Inc. to One Equity Partners but will continue to own a “significant” minority stake in the company, Wynnchurch announced. Rosboro is a Springfield, Oregon-based manufacturer of engineered wood products, including stock and custom glued laminated timber and lumber used […]
AHR Pick ’Em: Educational Session Winners in Las Vegas
At this year’s AHR Expo, consider some of these picks, made with distributors in mind, to increase the payoff for your time and travel.
BlackHawk Industrial Acquires Pinnacle
Tulsa, Oklahoma-based BlackHawk Industrial — a distributor of metalworking, industrial, MRO and packaging supplies — acquired Pinnacle Tool & Supply, a value-added distributor in the cutting tool and abrasive space from Toledo, Ohio. Financial details were not disclosed. BlackHawk said the acquisition significantly increases its operational footprint in the Ohio region and enhances the company’s […]
HVAC Excellence Welcomes Patrick Murphy
HVAC Excellence announced the addition of Patrick Murphy to its accreditation team.
Meet The Wholesaler: Rhonda Wight
Usually, Rhonda Wight is busy serving Ohio and western Pennsylvania’s HVACR needs as president of RSC. Her influence now goes nationwide as the new chairwoman of the HARDI board of directors.
Want to Enhance Your Website? Think Like a Content Storyteller
Digital transformation is a growing buzzword in distribution. But what exactly do distributors need to transform? Rethink the product-first focus of your website, for starters. That’s the advice of Andrew Walker, CEO of digital marketing firm Shift7 Digital. Working often with manufacturers and distributors, Walker explains in an MDM podcast (available below) that there is […]
Thanks, Elizabeth! Best of Luck!
Elizabeth Galentine Thanks, Elizabeth! We will miss you! The post Thanks, Elizabeth! Best of Luck! appeared first on Modern Distribution Management.
Walter Morris Names Eastern New England Area Sales Manager
Walter Morris Company announced the appointment of Patrick Flaherty as Eastern New England commercial sales manager.
Manufacturing Orders Jump 14% in November
Orders of manufacturing technology in the U.S. surpassed $650 million in November 2021, the second-highest monthly total and only the fifth instance monthly orders have exceeded $600 million since the beginning of the program in 1998, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by The Association for Manufacturing Technology. The value of […]
