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March 2025 News

Shorehill Capital Acquires Georgia PPE Supplier
Estex Manufacturing Company has joined the Shorehill Capital LLC portfolio.

Wiseway Group Acquires Alabama Electrical Supply Company
The Park/Wiseway Supply Group, a lighting, electrical and plumbing supply group,  has acquired Northport Electrical Supply, based in Northport, Alabama.

Adventurer Scaturro to Keynote STAFDA Phoenix Convention
Conservationist, geophysicist, and adventurer Pasquale Scaturro is set to keynote the 49th STAFDA Annual Convention and Trade Show, November 9-11, at the Phoenix Convention Center.

Simpson Strong-Tie Showcases Range at JLC LIVE
Simpson Strong-Tie will feature a range of hardware, fasteners and tools during the JLC LIVE show, March 27–29 in Providence, Rhode Island.

Equip Exposition Debuts New Education Tracks in 2025
Equip Exposition unveiled new education tracks at its Education and Certification Center for the 2025 show scheduled for Oct. 21-24 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

MAX USA Announces 2024 Second Half Outstanding Achievement Award Winners
MAX USA Corp. recently announced the recipients of its 2024 Second Half Awards for Outstanding Achievement.

Stryten Unveils New Batteries at ProMat 2025
Stryten Energy LLC unveiled the M-Series Li710, a new line of Class I and II lithium batteries in a range of voltages, at ProMat 2025 in Chicago.

EZ-LOK Introduces Business Development Rep
E-Z LOK has introduced Grant Govel as its new business development representative.

Enter Now for a Chance to Win a Spot at the 2025 Ridgid Experience
Entries are now being accepted for a chance to win a spot at the 2025 Ridgid Experience, taking place August 13-15 at its global headquarters in Elyria, Ohio.

Streamlight Upgrades Portable Scene Light Output to 10,000 Lumens
Streamlight Inc. has nearly doubled the brightness of its Portable Scene Light and Portable Scene Light EXT work lights.

Do it Best brings Diablo and Milwaukee to True Value Retailers
Do it Best has announced the expansion of Milwaukee Tool and Diablo power tools and accessories into its True Value distribution centers.

ARA Projects 5% Growth in 2025
The American Rental Association (ARA) has released its updated forecast for the United States and Canada equipment rental industries.

C.H. Hanson Unveils New Solution for Marking Tools
C.H. Hanson has introduced a Wooden Lumber Crayon Holder with Cap Sharpener to its extensive line of construction and carpentry marking tools.

Northern Tool + Equipment Launches New Line of Powerhorse Generators
Northern Tool + Equipment has launched a new line of Powerhorse Generators.

Strong Hold Launches Modular Drawer Storage\
Louisville-based manufacturer Strong Hold has announced the launch of its own Modular Drawer Storage solution to meet growing market demand.

ABC Says Apprenticeship Programs Are Not Meeting Workforce Needs
The Associated Builders and Contractors latest review of government data found that federal and state government-registered apprenticeship programs (GRAPs) are still failing to meet the construction industry’s workforce development needs.

fischer Launching New Products to Preserve Future of Existing Buildings
fischer is launching its new problem-solvers for one of the greatest challenges faced by the construction market: strengthening and retrofitting existing buildings for their long-term use.

Bobcat to Showcase New Forklifts at ProMat 2025
Bobcat Company is set to showcase two new forklifts at ProMat 2025, March 17-20 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Construction Employment Shows Strong Growth in February
The construction industry added 19,000 jobs on net in February, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Gordon Brush Acquires Mr. LongArm
Gordon Brush Mfg. Co. Inc. has announced that it has acquired the assets of Mr. LongArm, a leader in the design and manufacturing of telescoping extension poles and accessories.

SPAX PowerLags Win Silver in Pro Builder Magazine's MVP Awards
SPAX PowerLags Structural Fasteners have been honored in Pro Builder magazine’s seventh annual Most Valuable Product (MVP) Awards.

PaintLine Introduces New Mobile Rack Solution
PaintLine has introduced a new mobile rack solution for moving cabinet doors, panels, and face frames, while protecting them from damage.

MAX Senior Sales Executive Announces Retirement
After several years of experience in the construction equipment field, Gary Tharp, a senior sales executive for MAX USA Corp., has retired.

Little Giant Steps Up For National Ladder Safety Month
Little Giant Ladder Systems is again taking a stand for ladder safety by working closely with the American Ladder Institute (ALI) for the annual National Ladder Safety Month this March.

Construction Spending Slips in January With Threat of Tariffs Looming
Construction spending decreased 0.2% from December to January as the industry poised for the potential impacts of proposed tariffs.

Dineen Promoted to Head Global Flashlight Company
Streamlight has announced the promotion of Michael Dineen to the role of president.

ABC Sees Faster Labor Contracts Act as Anti-Worker Policy
Support among workers is divided as to the potential impact of the proposed Faster Labor Contracts Act and what it could mean for workers’ rights.

White Cap Expands with Acquisition of Kris-Con
Kris-Con Supply & Fasteners, a distributor of specialty construction supplies, and safety products has been acquired by White Cap.

Franklin Electric Executes Strategic Acquisition to Enhance Growth in Latin America
Franklin Electric has signed an agreement to acquire Barnes de Colombia S.A., a manufacturer and distributor of industrial and commercial pumps based in Cota, Cundinamarca, Colombia.