June 2021

Stockpile Express, a master distributor of heating, HVACR, and water heating products and parts, understands that when distributors need an item, they needed it yesterday. General Manager Kevin Downing (from front to back) and team members Lynette Donahue, Brittney Soucy, Sue Wilson, and Angel Rivera live the company motto: “We’re here to support your wholesale business by getting you what you need when you need it.” Read its story of how the company helps distributors in their day-to-day business.

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Getting You What You Need, When You Need It

Stockpile Express partners with distributors as the go-to source for heating, HVACR and water heating supplies needs.

June 1, 2021

Ruth Mitchell

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The role of the master distrubtor is simple — to have on hand and provide an expanse of inventory not traditionally stocked by wholesale distributors.

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Small but Mighty

East End Plumbing Supply’s company spirit showcases tenacity and commitment to customer service.

June 1, 2021

Ruth Mitchell

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Each year, The Wholesaler magazine puts out an all-call for nominations for its Showroom of the Year award and receives many deserving entries. Each company has a unique story — about partnerships, perseverance and growth through challenging times.

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2021 Tankless Water Heater Report: Electrifying the Market

As the country looks toward a change in status-quo, the tankless water heater industry keeps pace, moving forward to meet demand.

May 31, 2021

Linda P. Noir

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PHCPPros spoke to several tankless water heater manufacturers to gauge the pulse of the industry. As we come off the heels of a pandemic, it seems all have been steadfast in their resolve to keep moving and are poised to take it to the next level.

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Joe Pro: Celebrating 38 Years at Penn Machine

A look back at a career spanning almost four decades of growth and prosperity.

June 1, 2021

Sue Watras

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According to The Oxford American Dictionary, the definition of grew (the past tense of grow) means to increase in size or quantity and becoming greater over time.

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Two Cars Crashed

Are you part of the wreckage?

June 1, 2021

Liz Beerman

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Showroom Excellence

Managing Shortages

With delays in product shipments and a shortage of showroom employees, we need to get creative to close sales.

June 1, 2021

Jeff MacDowell

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With delays in product shipments because of the Suez Canal debacle and a shortage of showroom employees, we need to get creative to close sales while using technology to smooth out staffing issues.

PVF Market Overview

Impact of the Colonial Pipeline Data Hack

Eastern states experienced fuel shortages, exacerbated by a trucker shortage.

June 1, 2021

Morris Beschloss

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Eastern states experienced fuel shortages, exacerbated by a trucker shortage. Trucking fleets have been stepping up equipment orders and raising driver pay as they compete for labor with industries such as construction.

Plumbing + Showrooms

Spotlight on Bathing

Freestanding tubs are the focal point for wellness and renewal.

June 1, 2021

Linda Jennings

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Freestanding tubs are the focal point for wellness and renewal. The most sophisticated designers are responding to consumer demands to put the tub front and center in the bath.

Biden and the Industry

Remember when oil and gas workers weren’t the bad guys?

What happened to the “good old days,” golden and magical, when oil was king and business was booming, and everyone relied on our industry, whether they knew it or not?

June 1, 2021

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The Beschloss Perspective

Handling the Mounting U.S. Debt

FDR opened up the government’s coffers to end the Great Depression and produce military materials for World War II.

June 1, 2021

Morris Beschloss

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Since time immemorial, incoming presidents were confronted with a mountainous U.S. debt that was piled on their desks, a major problem with which to contend.