October 2024 News
White Cap Adds Triumph Geo-Synthetics Inc. to Portfolio
White Cap, a distributor of specialty construction supplies and safety products for professional contractors, has entered an agreement to acquire Triumph Geo-Synthetics Inc.
Vanair To Unveil EPEQ Mobile Support Kit at SEMA 2024
Vanair, a Lincoln Electric Company, will debut its EPEQ Mobile Support Kit at the SEMA Show 2024.
Fractal Launches EasyPay Platform
Fractal, Inc, a payment solution for SaaS companies, launched EasyPay, a new service that streamlines virtual payments and enables platforms to launch and introduce payments to their customer base in one day without code and hardware.
NEFCO Announces Acquisition of Sheinberg Tool Co., Inc.
NEFCO, a specialty supply partner to the professional construction trades, has acquired the Texas-based Sheinberg Tool Co. Inc.
NAVAC Empowers Tradespeople at ServiceTitan HVAC National Championship
NAVAC, a supplier of HVAC vacuum pumps in addition to a wide array of tools, gauges, hoses, recovery units and industry-specific items, was an official sponsor of the ServiceTitan HVAC National Championship.
Austin Hardware Names New National Sales Manager
Austin Hardware & Supply Inc. has announced the hiring of Gerry Clisham as its new national sales manager for industrial markets.
Knipex Unveils Two Holiday Season Items
With the holiday season quickly approaching, Knipex Tools North America has announced two specialty items available for purchase.
ELFF Forecasts 4.4% Rise in Q4 Equipment Investment
Real equipment and software investment growth is projected to be 4.4% in 2024 according to the Q4 update to the 2024 Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation U.S. Economic Outlook.
How Small Distributors Can Compete with Larger Players through Efficient Logistics
Written by Nate Schwandt, director of marketing at Sheer Logistics, this article explores how third-party logistics (3PL) companies can help your supply chain operate more efficiently and cost-effectively while empowering you to focus on your core competencies.
Kubota Tractor launched the new SVL50x compact track loader from the showroom floor at Equip Exposition 2024, marking its entry into the smallest cabbed compact track loader category on the market.
Pioneer Pump Launches Line of Rugged Submersible Dewatering Pumps
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. brand Pioneer Pump has launched its Minetuff Series electric submersible pumps.
White Cap Expands With Acquisition of Michigan Distributor
White Cap, a distributor of specialty construction supplies and safety products for professional contractors, has acquired ERSCO Construction Supply.
Kohler Energy Rebrands as Rehlko, Unveils First New Engine
The Command PRO 888 is the first engine introduced under the Rehlko brand following the company’s rebranding from Kohler Energy.
Toro Unveils Limited Edition Dingo TX 1000 TURBO at Equip Expo
Renowned for its performance, the Toro Dingo TX 1000 TURBO is taking its legacy to the next level. For a limited time only, the popular machine will be available in an exclusive, textured matte black finish.
Knipex Expands its Grip With Two New Sizes of TwinGrip Pliers
Knipex Tools has expanded its TwinGrip plier line with two additional sizes for the North American market.
Tsurumi Boosts Wastewater Equipment with New Explosion-Proof Offerings
Tsurumi Pump is expanding its wastewater process product range with new FM-approved submersible pumps and mixers designed for hazardous environments with explosion risks.
Brand Spec Named as Wright Rep
Wright has announced Brand Spec as a new manufacturer representative.
Bobcat Unveils Versatile TL623 Telehandler
Bobcat Company has unveiled its all-new TL623 telehandler that offers the extended reach and lift capacity of a heavy-duty telescoping boom combined with the company’s multi-attachment versatility enabling operators to tackle a wide range of jobs with one machine.
Takeuchi-US Appoints New Sales and Marketing Director
Takuechi-US has appointed Jeffrey Ratliff as its new director of sales and marketing to replace Henry Lawson, who is retiring after six years with the compact equipment manufacturer.
ABC: Construction Input Prices Dip in September
Construction input prices decreased 0.9% in September compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data.
Makita Redefines Modular Storage Systems with MakTrak
Entering an established and competitive market, Makita has launched the new MakTrak modular storage system.
ABC Names New Director of Apprenticeship
A former Associated Builders and Contractors Wisconsin chapter president has been named as senior director of apprenticeship for the organization.
Hybrid Lifts Announces New Sales Director for Western U.S.
Hy-Brid Lifts, an aerial lift equipment manufacturer, has announced Charlie Haskin as director of sales covering the western United States.
Palfinger Hosts its First North American Dealer Conference
Palfinger, a producer of lifting solutions, recently celebrated its North American success at the company's inaugural dealer conference.
Milwaukee Tool Opens New Manufacturing Facility
Milwaukee Tool has expanded its presence in the United States with the opening of its newest manufacturing facility in Grenada County, Mississippi.
New Partnership Brings 'World's Safest Hoist' to U.S. Market
A new transatlantic partnership is bringing the benefits of William Hacket’s patented Quad Pawl safety hoists to the U.S. market.
Arrow Fastener Updates Executive Team
GreatStar Tools USA recently announced several updates to the Arrow Fastener Company’s executive leadership team.
ClarkDietrich Acquires Oklahoma-based Studs Unlimited
ClarkDietrich, a manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing products, has acquired Studs Unlimited from Foundation Building Materials as of Oct. 1.
Construction Industry Adds 25,000 Jobs in September
Despite labor shortages, a total of 25,000 jobs on net were added in the construction industry in September according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Hitachi Global Air Rebrands Sales and Service Centers
Hitachi Global Air Power has announced the rebranding of its U.S. company sales and service locations to Hitachi Air Center.
Port Strike Poses Risk to Supply Chain Stability
Union dockworkers at 36 U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast ports from Maine to Texas went on strike Tuesday, Oct. 1 for the first time since 1977.
Mar-Bal Expands SMC Expertise to Fill Market Gap
Expanding upon one of its core competencies, Mar-Bal, Inc. has added sheet molding compound (SMC) to be sold commercially through its existing materials division, AltraSet Composite Technologies.
ECHO Adds 10 New Products to Portfolio
ECHO Incorporated added 10 new products to its portfolio during its recent annual media event, Power-on-Athon 2024.