Distributor

AD Reports Record $89.6 Billion in Member Sales in First Nine Months of 2026

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:04:00 -0500

AD reported double-digit growth across its divisions, with U.S. PVF leading at 16%, followed by U.S. Electrical at 15%.

Energy Volatility Tightens the PVF Market

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Diesel fuel is a major source of inflationary pressure throughout the PVF supply chain.

Helena Dumont Acquires SMP Supply

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:53:00 -0400

Founded in 1987, SMP Supply provides commodity and specialty PVF products and valve assembly services to industrial and energy customers.

General Pipe Cleaners Expands Sales Leadership Team to Better Serve Customers

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:45:00 -0400

The changes are designed to enhance customer support, strengthen relationships and position the company for continued growth across key markets.

Watsco Reports Record Third Quarter Sales

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:42:00 -0400

Watsco is the largest distributor in the highly fragmented North American HVAC/R market.

BrassCraft Manufacturing Company Celebrates 80th Anniversary

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:15:00 -0400

Anniversary celebrations will extend to the company’s social media platforms with giveaways and spotlights promoting tradesmen and women.

Coastal Supply Group Celebrates Customers at Fifth Annual Appreciation Event

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:55:00 -0400

The evening recognized customers for their continued trust, loyalty and support while bringing together employees, manufacturers and manufacturers’ representatives.

Watsco Completes $750 Million Unsecured Senior Credit Facility

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:15:00 -0400

The new facility amends and extends Watsco’s existing unsecured revolving credit facility.

HARDI Meets With California Energy Commission to Discuss Proposed Equipment Sales Tracking Regulation

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:20:00 -0400

HARDI leadership was joined by local distributor members who would be directly affected by the proposed requirements.

The Collins Companies Certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:45:00 -0400

The Collins Companies has earned national WBENC certification, expanding its access to supplier diversity programs and business opportunities.

Ariston Sponsors Heat Pump Water Heater Week

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:22:00 -0400

Ariston will host a live installation webinar featuring its NUOS Heat Pump Water Heater during the Oct. 26-29 event.

Oatey Co. Names George Clowtis Senior Vice President of Global Sourcing and Logistics

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:46:00 -0400

Clowtis brings more than 30 years of supply chain leadership experience spanning sourcing, procurement, logistics and operations.

Oatey Co. Promotes Eric Kirwen to Vice President of Supply Chain Planning and Logistics

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:35:00 -0400

In his new role, Kirwen will continue to lead Oatey’s supply chain planning functions while expanding his responsibilities to include domestic transportation and international logistics.

Oatey Co. Promotes Chris Heath to Vice President of U.S. Distribution

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:16:00 -0400

Heath joined Oatey in 2023 and has since made a significant impact across the company’s U.S. distribution operations.

HARDI Distributors Report 7.6% Revenue Increase in August

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:41:00 -0400

The annual sales growth for the 12 months through July 2026 is an increase of 3.4%.

Navien Unveils New Innovation Center and Training Academy During Grand Opening Event in Irvine, California

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:35:00 -0400

The new facility brings together product development, engineering, testing, quality support and hands-on training in one integrated location.

Watsco Completes Acquisition of The Granite Group

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:56:00 -0400

Watsco’s partnership with The Granite Group adds scale, density, product diversification and deepens its market position in the growing plumbing space

ATEX Distributing Launches New Website

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:55:00 -0400

The redesigned website provides easier access to ATEX Distributing’s products, services, technical expertise and support resources for HVAC customers.

AD Names Merit Brass Named 2026 PVF Supplier of the Year

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:06:00 -0400

The recognition highlights Merit Brass’ commitment to independent distribution through service, collaboration and long-term partnerships.

Navien Reopens New Jersey Training Academy With New Hands-On Experience

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:13:00 -0400

Navien’s upgraded New Jersey Training Academy expands hands-on education and technical resources for HVAC, plumbing and water treatment professionals.

LeadSmart Launches Meridian360

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:15:00 -0400

The new Enterprise Growth Platform connects ERP, CRM, marketing, quoting, e-commerce data, and other connected systems into one view of the business.

mSupply Names Phil Mause President

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:59:00 -0400

The appointment unites the company's commercial, operations, and digital organizations to expand HVAC parts availability across mSupply's entire physical and digital footprint.

Wiseway Supply John Cain Honored for Leadership and Community Impact

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:44:00 -0400

The former president and CEO of Wiseway Supply has been named a 2026 NKyTribune NewsMaker.

Watsco Declares $3.30 Quarterly Dividend

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:37:00 -0400

Watsco has paid dividends to shareholders for 52 consecutive years.

Margin Maximization

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Margin pressure in distribution is nothing new, but prices are being pushed down by intense competition and price transparency, while costs are being driven up by soaring operational, supply chain and labor costs.

Built on Service

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Lion Plumbing Supply is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, but the milestone is about more than looking back.

PVF Supply Strain Hits Critical Point

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Renewed tensions in the Iranian-U.S. war resulting from Iranian strikes on U.S. vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliating strikes on Iranian assets have exacerbated crude-oil pricing.

A Framework for Thriving in the Long Run, Part 1

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

If you have been following our reinvention-based series of columns here in The Wholesaler, I have surely been trying to drive home the point that the competitive landscape could not be more different than what it was only a short time ago.

AD Announces Update to Supply Force Program Brand

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:38:00 -0400

AD launches a refreshed brand for the recently acquired Supply Force business.

Winsupply of East Baltimore Opens

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:45:00 -0400

President Jason Brown and his 12 employees serve the fire suppression and fabrication and sprinkler needs of Baltimore and its surrounding cities.