Industry News

Davis Joins Wright as Regional Sales Manager

Wright Tool announced Denny Davis as its new regional sales manager.

Bosch Power Tools Expands Jobsite Solutions

Bosch Power Tools has expanded its North American portfolio with the launch of 39 new tools and accessories designed to meet the evolving needs of trade and construction professionals.

Coxreels Unveils Compact Welding and Welding Cable Hand Crank Reels

Coxreels 100W Series welding hose reels and 100WCL Series welding cable reels are designed to meet the space-saving demands of industrial and automotive markets.

Popular Mechanics Honors Simpson Strong-Tie with Award

Simpson Strong-Tie has been awarded a 2026 Tool Award from Popular Mechanics magazine for the Quik Drive Project Pro screw driving tool.

Caldwell Welcomes Three Hires at Signing Day

Three new employees were welcomed to Caldwell Group at its Stateline Manufacturing Alliance (SMA) Signing Day, held at Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville campus.

Esco Tool Debuts Dictator II MILLHOG Pipe Beveler

Esco Tool hs introduced a pipe beveling machine for onsite oil and gas applications that produces precision end preps on all types of heavy-wall alloyed pipes to help assure high integrity welds.

Identiv's ID-Pixels 3.0 Enables Scalable Intelligence Across Supply Chains

Identiv Inc. announced ID-Pixels 3.0, a family of next-generation Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) inlays and labels.

Legend Valve Launches Hyperpure PE-RT Portable Water Tubing

Plumbing contractors and engineers need potable water tubing that delivers long-term durability, installation efficiency, and water quality protection without performance tradeoffs.

Veto Pro Pac Introduces the evo system

Veto Pro Pac has unveiled the evo system, a modular tool-connectivity platform designed to help pros configure and secure their tools on a jobsite.

Milwaukee Tool Unveils World's First Cordless Hammer Chisel

Milwaukee Tool continues to remove the limitations of pneumatic tools with the introduction of the M18 FUEL STRIKER Hammer Chisel, the world’s first cordless hammer chisel designed for professional service technicians.

NIBCO Announces New Webstone Water Heater Installation Solutions

A new range of Water Heater Service Valve kits is now available from NIBCO Inc.

Milwaukee Tool Upgrades Rear-Handle Cutting Performance

Designed for the professional carpenter, remodeler, and general contractor, the Milwaukee Tool M18 FUEL 7 1/4-inch Rear Handle Circular Saw w/ONE-KEY delivers performance and cut speed for the most demanding applications.

Streamlight Names New Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager

Streamlight has named a new regional sales manager for its industrial/fire sales markets across New England and the Mid Atlantic regions.

INDCO Speciality Mixer Features Automatic Torque Control

INDCO’s HSM-03V benchtop lift mixer features the speed and torque characteristics to complete challenging mixing and dispersion applications which normally require more than one mixer. 

Construction Adds Healthy 17,000 Jobs in May

The construction industry added 17,000 jobs on net in May, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of federal data.

WEATHER GUARD Launches Heavy-Duty Sliding Truck Bed System

WEATHER GUARD has launched the WEATHER GUARD Sliding Bed System, a heavy-duty cargo management solution designed to give contractors and fleet crews faster, safer access to tools and equipment at the tailgate.

New Home Sales Down in April on Affordability Concerns

Elevated mortgage rates, higher inflation and economic uncertainty kept more buyers on the sidelines in April as ongoing affordability challenges continue.

Lift, Level and Stabilize Concrete with HandiFoam Concrete Lift Foam

HandiFoam has introduced its Concrete Lift Low Pressure Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF), a high-density solution engineered to lift, level and stabilize sunken concrete surfaces.

Milwaukee Unveils Bolt Personal Voltage Detector

A new safety solution, the BOLT Personal Voltage Detector, has been introduced by Milwaukee Tool.

ATC Expands 3PL Network            

Adhesives Technology Corporation announced an expansion of its third-party logistics footprint to support faster, more reliable product availability for customers across the United States.

MSA Magnetics Launches New Cable Safety Product Line

MSA Magnetics has launched a line of cable safety products, engineered to help reduce trip hazards, protect valuable cables and hoses, and improve workplace organization in demanding industrial environments.

Lincoln Electric Introduces AlumaFab Welding System

Lincoln Electric has unveiled the new AlumaFab aluminum MIG welding system, a purpose-built solution designed to simplify and optimize high-volume aluminum welding.

Airgas Returns as SkillsUSA Sponsor

For the fourth consecutive year, Airgas will serve as the industrial gas supplier for the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) taking place this week at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.

MAX USA Kicks Off Score Tools, Score Goals Promo

MAX USA has kicked off its Score Tools, Score Goals summer promo.

TrafFix Block Axess Enhance Public Safety

TrafFix Devices offers the Block Axess Vehicle Mitigation System, a solution designed to enhance public safety by preventing unauthorized vehicular access to pedestrian zones and public gatherings.

Brass Knuckle Licorice Glasses Promote Full Comfort

Brass Knuckle Licorice (BKADJ-5001) Glasses promote comfort on multiple fronts to help make it the eye protection that workers want to wear and keep wearing throughout their workday

Strong Timber Structural Screws Receive ICC Report

Intercorp’s Strong Timber screw line has received the ICC Report, marking a major milestone for the company’s structural fastening portfolio.

Werner Unveils System-Wide Redesign of Harness Portfolio

Werner has announced a redesign of its fall protection harness portfolio to simplify inspection, improve harness identification and enhance all-day comfort across the jobsite.

OZ Lifting Launches Stainless Steel Davit Cranes, Accessories

OZ Lifting Products LLC has launched a new line of stainless steel davit cranes, components and accessories, designed for corrosive, sanitary, and wash-down environments.

Ace Hardware Introduces AI Store Assistant

Ace Hardware has launched ‘Hey ARMA,’ an AI-powered assistant designed to support its red-vested associates with real-time information and guidance in stores nationwide.

Evergreen Network Announces Dissolution

Evergreen Supply Network has announced a voluntary dissolution.

GripEdge Launches 9-Piece Metric Long Hex Key Set

GripEdge Tools has unveiled its 9-PC RPT Long Metric Hex Key Set, a professional-grade hex key solution built for technicians who drive and remove hex fasteners in tight, angled, or obstructed spaces.

Power Meets Portability with New FLEX STACK PACK 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac

Engineered to conquer spills, dust, and debris with the new FLEX STACK PACK 2.5 gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum delivers the suction strength users demand for cleanup in a compact, highly portable design.

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