August 2025 News
Lawless Group Founder Richard Lawless Has Died
The founder of the manufacturer representative agency Lawless Group, Richard Lawless, died Sunday, Aug. 24 after a battle with cancer.
Radians Expands VEND PACK Capabilities
Radians has announced two updates, expanded VEND PACK capabilities and a 7-day turnaround time for in-stock custom-imprinted PPE.
Streamlight Introduces ProTac HP-X Flashlights
Streamlight has launched the ProTac HP-X USB and ProTac HP-X handheld flashlights, designed to deliver high candela, a focused beam and long-distance illumination in a tactical-sized body.
Festool Unveils Fall Product Launch and Updates
Festool has announced its latest accessory offerings for professionals who take tools on-the-go.
White Cap Appoints New General Counsel
White Cap announced the appointment of Christine Reddy as its new general counsel.
JCB Partners with NHICA to Empower Hispanic Entrepreneurs
JCB North America is partnering with the National Hispanic Contractors Association (NAHICA), to advance Hispanic participation, leadership, and entrepreneurship in U.S. construction.
SENCO Issues Voluntary Recall on Nailers
KYOCERA SENCO Industrial Tools is voluntarily recalling certain SENCO 21-degree 18V Fusion Cordless Framing Nailers and SENCO 30-degree 18V Fusion Cordless Framing Nailers.
Construction Materials Prices Jump 0.4% in July
Construction input prices increased 0.4% in July compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of federal data.
Simpson Strong-Tie Launches MPSC for Mass Timber Structures
Simpson Strong-Tie has introduced the MPSC mass timber point-supported column connection.
Hitachi Global Air Power Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Hitachi Global Air Power U.S. LLC recently celebrated a major milestone, 60 years of manufacturing air compressors in Michigan City, Indiana, with a company picnic that brought together employees, their families, and distinguished guests to honor the company’s legacy, people, and roots in the community.
IQ Vise Named to Men’s Journal 2025 Best Tools List
Work IQ Tools has been named in the Men’s Journal 2025 Best Tools list.
Franklin Electric Appoints Human Resources Officer
Franklin Electric Co. announced the appointment of Daniela Williams as chief human resources officer.
E-Z LOK Expands Line of Press-In Inserts
E-Z LOK expanded its E-Z Press-In threaded inserts to include new lengths and thread sizes of stainless steel and brass versions for thermoset and thermoplastics.
Coxreels Unveils Improved Options for the Vacuum Series Reel
Coxreels V-100 Series product line has been improved and expanded with the new 1 1/4-inch vacuum hose reel V-112-735 without hose and the V-112H-735 with hose.
Cementex Highlights Double-Insulated Pry Bars
Cementex is highlighting its double-insulated pry bars.
EZ Roll Casters Announces New Name
EZ Roll Casters now operates under a new name: Casters, Carts, and More.
JCB Awarded $45 Million Military Contract
JCB has secured a five-year, $45 million contract to provide 4CX backhoe loaders to the United States Marine Corps (USMC).
Brass Knuckle Eye/Face and Hand PPE Ready-Made for Construction Sites
On construction sites, whether you’re doing demo work, carpentry, or working with steel, you’re likely to need some form of hand and face protection.
Franklin Electric Appoints new CFO
Franklin Electric Co. announced the appointment of Jennifer Wolfenbarger as chief financial officer and chief accounting officer.
NIBCO Promotes Hummel to Director Sales Enablement
NIBCO INC. announced the promotion of Will Hummel to director, sales enablement.
KNIPEX Launches Improved Cobra ES
KNIPEX North America has unveiled a new and improved Cobra ES.
Hitachi Global Air Launches New Oil Free Compressor
Hitachi Global Air Power has announced the launch of the Sullair OFE1550 Oil Free Electric Portable Air Compressor, the latest addition to its expanding line of electric portable air compressors.
Unirope Begins Twin-Path Sling Manufacturing in Alberta
Unirope Limited has started manufacturing Twin-Path slings with a new Slingmax Rigging Solutions roundsling machine at its facility in Edmonton, Alberta.
RIDGID Adds Digital Self-Leveling to SeeSnake Compact Camera Reels
RIDGID recently added digital self-leveling to its compact line of camera reels for an enhanced in-pipe experience that lets end users inspect smarter and work faster.
Wilton Launches New Line of Apprentice Vises
Wilton is introducing the new Apprentice Vise line, expanding access to the brand’s line to more makers and pros than ever before.
Acme Tools Opening New Store in Rochester
Acme Tools is opening a new store in Rochester, Minnesota.
Construction Employment Growth Anemic in July
Construction employment edged higher by 2,000 jobs in July, as spending on projects underway in June decreased 0.4% from May.
Bobcat Listed Among Newsweek's Greatest Workplaces for 2025
Bobcat Company was selected as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for 2025 by Newsweek.
CONTRACTOR SUPPLY MAGAZINE
The August/September 2025 issue of Contractor Supply magazine is here!
Our cover story, Forged in Friendship and Fasteners, Under the leadership of Terry Albrecht, Packer Fastener is built on people, not jut nuts and bolts in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Plan your trip to the 2025 STAFDA Convention and Trade Show in Phoenix, Arizona with our convention planner.
Also in this issue are Industry Updates on Corded Electric Tools; Generators and Power Stations; and Saw Blades and Cutting Tools.
This digital edition, sponsored by BECK AMERICA Inc., is fully searchable and contains live links to every advertiser and new product listing. Click away!
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