December 2025 News
Jonard Tools Debuts Coaxial Cable Precision Torque Wrenches
Jonard Tools has introduced its advanced torque wrenches engineered for coaxial cable installations across broadband and network infrastructure projects.
Northern Tool + Equipment to Launch TV Series
Northern Tool + Equipment announced a partnership with RACER Network to launch a television series highlighting the next generation of tradespeople, high school CTE students.
Mayhew Tools Launches Updated Website
Mayhew Tools launched its redesigned website, mayhew.com.
The Malco Group Releases 10 New HVAC Tools in Q4
The Malco Group has launched several new products designed to improve efficiency, durability and performance in the HVAC field.
American Ladder Institute Ramps up for National Ladder Safety Month
The American Ladder Institute is gearing up for its annual ladder safety blitz, National Ladder Safety Month.
Simpson Strong-Tie Launches Strong-Bond
Simpson Strong-Tie has launched Strong-Bond, a fast-curing adhesive for everyday anchoring and repair of concrete, masonry and stone.
Fastenal Joins Red Cross Disaster Responder Program
Fastenal has expanded its support of the American Red Cross by becoming a Disaster Responder Program member.
Buyers Products Introduces Heavy Duty Flatbed Wedge Truck Tool Box Line
A new heavy-duty flatbed wedge truck tool box series is available from Buyers Products.
Lonestar Tool Goes Live With Zoku POS System
Lonestar Tool and Fastener has implemented use of Zoku’s Built for NetSuite Unified POS for retail and wholesale.
NEFCO Expands Across Gulf Region
NEFCO has acquired Louisiana-based STS Industrial, expanding its ability to deliver solutions and services in the Gulf region.
Brass Knuckle Offers Better Vision and Safety
With an aging workforce comes presbyopia, the age-related loss of near vision.
Westlake Royal's Kan Receives Mike Ulinkski Leadership Award
Alfred Kan, director of sales and national accounts for Westlake Royal Building Products, has been recognized with the Mike Ulinski Leadership Award at the KB Home 2025 Strategic Supplier Conference.
New TPO With Seam Protector Offered by MuleHide
MuleHide has unveiled a new TPO with Seam Protector to help produce higher-quality seams while eliminating the step of cleaning seam areas before welding.
DENIOS Unveils Flexible Heating Jackets for Gas Cylinders
DENIOS Flexible Heating Jackets for gas cylinders feature modern technology to heat cylinders quickly and uniformly for better viscosity and flow control of contents.
Bobcat Celebrates Year of Innovation, Impact and Investment
Bobcat Company is closing out 2025 by celebrating a year defined by innovation, investment and community impact.
From STAFDA to Concrete, Foley to Lead CSDA
Georgia Foley, the former CEO and executive director of the Specialty Tool & Fasteners Distributors Association (STAFDA), has been appointed to the role of executive director of the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association as of January 1, 2026.
Nonresidential Construction Adds 28,800 Jobs in November
Analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that the construction industry added 28,000 jobs in November.
Simpson Strong-Tie Introduces PFUD Hangers
Simpson Strong-Tie seeks to simplify post frame construction with the launch of two PFUD undersaddle hangers.
Cementex Equips Techs and EMTs With Electric Vehicle Tool Kits
Designed as the starting point for safely servicing any EV, Cementex offers 13-piece or 18-piece electric vehicle tool kits.
KNIPEX Feted as One of Chicago's 2025 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For
|KNIPEX Tools has been recognized as one of Chicago's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, a distinction awarded by the National Association for Business Resources.
Suncor Develops New Line of Swivel Hoist Rings
A new line of swivel hoist rings has been launched by Suncor Stainless.
Morse Enhances Sales Team With New Hire
M. K. Morse Company has hired a sales manager for Mexico.
Coxreels Upgraded Multi-Lobe Seals
Coxreels has unveiled a seal upgrade to its nitrile 1.5- and 2-inch inline swivels.
JLG Expands ClearSky Smart Fleet Capabilities
JLG has announced two new features on the JLG ClearSky Smart Fleet IoT platform, Digital Access Control and Air Machine software updates.
MuleHide Adds Two New Territory Managers
MuleHide has hired two new territory managers.
Austin Hardware Expands into Canada
Austin Hardware & Supply Inc. has opened its first location outside of the United States in Ingleside, Ontario, Canada.
NIBCO to Sponsor "Community Over Competition" Build at AHR
NIBCO is continuing its support as title sponsor of the “Community Over Competition” Build, an initiative designed to foster collaboration and unity across the plumbing and HVAC industries.
Hitachi Group Achieves Carbon Neutrality
Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co. and its group companies have achieved carbon neutrality across their global business operations in fiscal year 2024, six years ahead of its 2030 target.
Toro Offers Fresh Take on Dingo TX 450 and 550 Models
Toro is reintroducing its compact utility loaders (CULs), the Toro Dingo TX 450 and TX 550 with modern designs.
TRUFAST ProChannel Ci Wall System Wins Product Innovation Award
Architectural Products magazine named the TRUFAST ProChannel Ci Cladding Support system with Grip-Deck TubeSeal technology a winner in the Product Innovation Awards.
Simpson Strong-Tie Hires New EVP of Human Resources
Simpson Strong-Tie has hired Kei Bullock, Ph.D., as its new executive vice president of human resources.
SCANGRIP Work LIghts Come to North America
SCANGRIP, a European manufacturer of LED work lights, is bringing its products to trade professionals in North America.
Stellar Acquires Elliott Equipment Company
Stellar Industries has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Elliott Equipment Company, a U.S. manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial work platforms, digger derricks and cranes.
Wright Expands Service Wrench Line
Wright has announced the expansion of its service wrench lineup with a new line of metric service wrenches and two new extended SAE sizes.
Bobcat Introduces PG1140 Portable Generator
Bobcat Company is introducing the PG1140 portable generator, which delivers enhanced output, simplified logistics and advanced load management in a single portable power generator package.
CONTRACTOR SUPPLY MAGAZINE
The December 2025/January 2026 issue of Contractor Supply magazine is here!
Our cover story, Rising to the Challenge, Industrial Ladder & Supply in Villa Park, Ill. uses a classic service model to keep climbing the ladder of success.
Learn what happened at the 2025 STAFDA Convention and Trade Show, get a preview of World of Concrete 2026. Also in this issue are Industry Updates.
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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