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Beschloss Perspective

Coal Prices Reach New Heights

Prices for thermal coal have more than doubled over the past years due to expected shortages.

November 1, 2021

Of all energy-producing commodities, coal has always been the most disliked, primarily because it’s the most putrid as far as fume-producing fuels.

PVF Market Overview

Supply Chain Disruption, Construction Cost Increases Continue

For any project in the pipeline, the focus must be on securing supply.

November 1, 2021

Stephen Letko

By the time this article is published and The Wholesaler magazine is delivered, we will be midway through the fourth quarter of 2021. The PVF industry continues to face many uncertainties, as mentioned in last month’s column.

Feature

2022 Design Trends for Kitchen & Bath

Today’s showroom customer is looking for personalization, natural elements, retro colors and textures, and tub options.

November 1, 2021

As the year is winding down and 2022 is right around the corner, the remodeling industry is not showing any signs of slowing.

AIM/R Conference Draws Tremendous Attendance and Response

October 29, 2021

Appropriately themed “Mission Possible,” the event was held Sept. 28-Oct.1, at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego.

AIM/R Celebrates 50th Anniversary Next Year

October 28, 2021

In celebration of its 50th year, the association will hold the AIM/R 50th Annual Conference, Oct. 12-15, 2022, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colorado.

Oatey Co. Promotes Nicole Fournier to Vice President, Retail Business Unit

October 28, 2021

In her new role, Fournier will lead Oatey’s retail division, which also includes ongoing support for the Keeney brand.

HARDI Distributors Report 21 Percent Revenue Increase in September

October 28, 2021

The association also reports the average annual sales growth for the 12 months through September 2021 is 19.6 percent.

The Granite Group Announces Executive Promotions

October 27, 2021

Chris Ploss has been promoted to president and Amir Rosenthal has been promoted to chief operating officer.

Case Study

Bradley WashBar Featured in Atlantic City Boardwalk Restroom Renovation

October 26, 2021

Following years of complaints from locals and tourists about the poor restroom conditions, the seven high-use bathrooms located along 4.5 miles of the Boardwalk underwent a major transformation to make them cleaner, more modern and family friendly.

HIRI Predicts Overall Home Improvement Product Sales Growth to Continue into 2025

October 25, 2021

Data from the recently released market update provides insight to home and building marketing professionals as the industry continues to shift in the wake of COVID-19.