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March 2026 News

JET Tools Introduces New JET Standard Series (S-Series) Material Lifts
JET Tools announced the launch of its new JET S-Series 450 pound material lifts.

New Functions Added to AlignOps ToolWatch App
AlignOps ToolWatch has added purchase requests and approval workflow functionality to its popular app.

ABC Names Inaugural Health and Safety Professional of the Year
Associated Builders and Contractors announced Jennifer Ferdinand-Stong, corporate safety manager of Gaylor Electric as its first-ever Health and Safety Professional of the Year.

Dynamic Tools Augments Offering With Metric Nut Driver Set
Dynamic has introduced its 8-piece metric insulated nut driver set.

NetPlus Members Forecast Successful 2026
A majority of NetPlus Alliance members are forecasting a positive outlook of increased sales in 2026.

New Cart for ProDryingRack Transport Unveiled by PaintLine
PaintLine has unveiled a new platform cart specifically designed for its ProDryingRack Transport (PDRTR).

MAX USA Launches Limited Time Seasonal Offer
MAX USA has launched its spring deals on select SuperRoofer, SuperSider, SuperDecking, and SuperFramer tools in effect from March 1 through April 30.

Makita Expands LXT Line of Nailers and Staplers
Multiple framing nailers and a stapler have been released by Makita for its LXT platform.

JLG Expands Its Aftermarket Parts Offering with AllFleet Parts
JLG has introduced AllFleet Parts, a new cross-fleet parts solution available through JLG Online Express.

PGMA Urges Safe Usage of Generators on Jobsites
Portable generators are essential on today’s construction sites.

Guardian Unveils Anchor & HLL Selection Tool
Guardian’s new Anchor & HLL Selection Tool is designed to make it faster and easier to select the right anchorage connector and/or horizontal lifeline solution for specific job site applications.

Mechanix Wear Acquires OTEX, an Innovator in Tech-Enabled PPE
Mechanix Wear has acquired OTEX, a manufacturer of tech-enabled personal protective equipment (PPE).

Private Nonresidential Construction Slows for Fourth Straight Month
Total nonresidential construction spending was virtually unchanged in January, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of federal data.

Makita Cleans Up with New Compact Wet/Dry Vac
Makita has released a new compact Wet/Dry Handheld Canister Vacuum/Dust Extractor for janitorial and industrial construction cleaning and dust management on its XGT platform.

Fastenal to Break Ground on New Southeast US Distribution Facility
Fastenal has announced it will begin construction of a new Southeast U.S. regional operations and logistics center in Carrollton, Georgia.

Makinex Wins 2026 World of Concrete Innovative Product Award
Makinex won World of Concrete’s 2026 Expert’s Choice Innovation Award in the surface prep category for its new Forced Action Mixer (FAM-120).

Bobcat Announces 2026 Dealership Leadership Groups
Bobcat Company recently announced its 2026 Dealer Leadership Groups for the construction and portable power divisions in North America.

NIBCO Announces Webstone PP-RCT Line Enhancements
NIBCO INC. has unveiled enhancements to its Webstone Pro-Connect PP-R PRO line.

Radians Opens New Salt Lake City Distribution Center
Radians has opened a new warehouse and distribution center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

NAVAC Introduces Digital Manifold to Simplify HVAC Diagnostics
NAVAC has announced the launch of the NEXUS 2, a next-generation digital manifold engineered to simplify HVAC diagnostics and service workflows through an intuitive interface.

SPAX to Showcase New Fastener Innovations at JLC LIVE 2026
SPAX Engineered Fasteners will showcase its latest innovations at the upcoming JLC LIVE Residential Construction Show. 

Greenlee Introduces First Remote Pruner to Improve Safety
Greenlee has introduced a new utility line clearance and vegetation management tool.

Construction Hiring Remained Slow in January
The construction industry had 231,000 job openings on the last day of January, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of federal data.

Phocas Analyzes Distribution Trends in New Report
Distributors cite economic uncertainty as the most impactful challenge they are facing, following closely by competition, according to the 2026 Inventory Trends in Wholesale Distribution Report.

Cementex Introduces T-Handle Wrench Line
Designed to enhance safety, precision and efficiency, Cementex’s new Square Drive Ratchet T-Handle Wrenches are equipped with the company’s trademark double insulation to comply with standards.

QuickFitting Launches Large SurePress Fittings for Commercial Applications
QuickFitting has announced the expansion of its SurePress line with the introduction of large-size copper press fittings up to 3 inches in diameter.

Sellars’ CFO Recognized with Award from BizTimes
The chief financial officer of Sellars Absorbent Materials was recognized as a Notable CFO by BizTimes Media.

Titan Unveils Next Generation of Sprayers
Titan has announced the next generation of Capspray HVLP sprayers, the Capspray X Series.

Jackson Professional Tools Celebrates 150 Years of the Iconic Blue Wheelbarrow
Jackson Professional Tools is marking its 150th anniversary by announcing a major sweepstakes where participants can enter for a chance to win a Honda FourTrax Rubicon.

Makita's XGT Combo Kit is a True 1-2 Punch
A new two-piece combo kit has been unveiled by Makita with some serious upgrades.

Milwaukee Expands Line of Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blades
Milwaukee Tool has introduced the AX with NITRUS Carbide SAWZALL Blade for wood with nails and screws.

Festool Launches Cordless DOMINO
Festool recently announced a line-up of new products designed to offer professionals more precision, stability and versatility on the job.

QuickFitting Partners with Ace Hardware
QuickFitting announced a new retail partnership with Ace Hardware.

Makita Expands Line of Concrete Tools
Expanding its line of concrete-related tools, Makita has unveiled the Power Cutter Water Supply Hose Assembly Kit.

FastenMaster Introduces ZIP Hidden Fastening System at IBS
FastenMaster introduced the Zip Hidden Fastening System at the International Builders’s Show.  

Morse Launches New Band Saw Blade for Structural Cutting
Challenger Edge Lock, a new bi-metal band saw blade designed for interrupted cutting, is now available from The M. K. Morse Company.  

Toro Giving Away a New Dingo TX 450
Toro made a splash at the American Rental Association (ARA) Show with a giveaway celebrating the Dingo’s long-standing role as a rental fleet staple and rewarding one lucky winner with a Dingo TX 450.

Coxreels Offers Line of DEF Hose Reels
Coxreels features a complete line of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) hose reels built on the all-steel construction SH and T Series of reels.

Construction Material Prices Surge in January, Driven Again by Tariffs
Construction input prices increased 0.7% in January compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data.