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The Wholesaler

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January 2025

Volume: 80
Edition: 1

In an era where distributors increasingly differentiate themselves through value-added services, First Supply has taken a bold step forward with its training initiatives. Featured on the cover are members of the team leading the charge toward a brighter future. From left to right: Thom Hardy, HVAC trainer and technical manager; Natalie Merhalski, HVAC programs and training manager; Allen Jaedike, corporate HVAC channel manager; and Seth DePuy, chief strategy officer. The story starts on page 36.


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It’s All in the Why

With its substantial investment in training, First Supply showcases the power of how and why, strengthening partnerships and the industry along the way.
January 6, 2025
Ruth Mitchell

In an era when distributors are increasingly focused on differentiation through value-added services, First Supply has made a bold statement with its training initiatives. 


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2025 Construction Outlook

Factors resulting in 2024’s challenging conditions may soon give way to others working to bolster future construction spending.
January 6, 2025
Economist Michael Guckes provides a 2025 outlook on the construction industry, highlighting factors that may boost future construction spending such as falling interest rates, easing environmental and financial regulations and lower taxes, as well as hurdles such as the labor shortage. 
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2025 AHR Expo Preview

The annual HVACR event heads to sunny Orlando to learn about new industry products and trends.
January 6, 2025
Amalia Deligiannis

The heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration industries descend on Orlando in February to view innovative products from the more than 1,800 exhibitors.


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Fundraising for a Cause

A good time was had by all in Nashville, raising funds and awareness to the global crisis on bridging the water access gap.
January 6, 2025
Ruth Mitchell

We take so many things for granted in this country. In most places, we can turn on a faucet and fresh water comes out; we don’t think twice about it


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Celebrating 40 Years at Braxton Harris Co.

The Alabama plumbing manufacturer honors its heritage while charting growth and expansion.
January 6, 2025

For some people, it’s all about reaching the summit, but for Braxton Harris Jr., it’s the journey to the top that drives him. It has already been quite a rewarding journey — with plenty more on the roadmap ahead.


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NIBCO Opens Museum

Named after Rex Martin, chairman emeritus, interactive museum offers a treasure trove of milestones and mementos.
January 6, 2025
Steve Smith
Named after the chairman emeritus of NIBCO, the Rex Martin NIBCO Interactive Museum offers a treasure trove of milestones and mementos to celebrate 120 years of history for the company.


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Columns

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Sales and PVF Perspective

It’s All About Business

Connect with people and make a positive difference to those in your professional life; this will generate the sales and success you want.
January 6, 2025
Ernie Coutermarsh

No, I disagree; it’s all about the people. One of my very favorite songs was sung by Barbara Streisand and the lyrics that resonated with me are: “People who need people are the luckiest people in the world.”


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PVF Market Overview

Trump’s Second Term ‘New Era of Optimism’ for PVF Industry

The DOE and DOI secretary choices reflect the new administration’s focus on pushing fossil-fuel development
January 6, 2025
Stephen Letko

When this column is published, the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump, will have taken place or will commence shortly, igniting a new era of optimism for the PVF industry.


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