In the past eight months, Transcat acquired Martin Calibration and Essco Calibration, expanding its footprint in the Midwest and New England markets.
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Stellantis said the site will use an automated storage and retrieval system from AutoStore, a 16,000-square-foot grid where 66 robots handle bins of parts.
Palmer Holland, a Cleveland-based specialty chemical and ingredient distributor, has launched an AI-driven product knowledge platform aimed at streamlining how customers and suppliers access
The merger integrates EVERSANA’s distribution network with Waltz Health’s AI-driven drug-price marketplaces and direct-to-payer technology.
The partnership signals GrowGeneration’s intent to diversify beyond its core hydroponics stores and online business by scaling up its wholesale distribution.
Executives said the company’s “Performance Food Group One” strategy—aimed at cross-segment growth in foodservice, convenience, and specialty distribution—is paying off despite a still uneven
ECI supplies electrical distribution systems, control box assemblies and other engineered components to about 500 customers worldwide.
Pattern uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to process more than 46 trillion data points and add 100 billion more each week.
Manufacturing activity in the Mid-Atlantic region stalled in August as new orders contracted and shipments slowed.
Three grand prize winners will receive $10,000 each, while the individuals who nominated them will receive $500.
The $8.8 billion deal will strengthen Lowe’s professional contractor offerings, expand its geographic footprint, and integrate advanced digital capabilities.
AppDirect, a B2B commerce platform, is approaching $1 billion in gross annual recurring revenue, underscoring the growing influence of digital marketplaces in distribution.
Looking ahead, ScanSource said it expects fiscal 2026 sales between $3.1 billion and $3.3 billion.
Lowe’s said the deal will strengthen its “Total Home” strategy, which centers on capturing more of the $250 billion professional construction and remodeling segment.
By applying machine learning to optimize routing and inventory, Home Depot is offering faster job-site delivery.
Amazon said product availability in industrial equipment, scientific supplies, healthcare, and facilities maintenance has expanded 25% over the past year.
GMS’s more than 300 branches would be integrated with SRS’s national network, giving Home Depot control of over 1,200 locations.
The operations will be managed under Capstone’s new business unit, Capstone West Territory (CWT).
Under the agreement, Capstone will pay between $3.9 million and $4.7 million for Carolina Stone.
CEO Neil Schrimsher said fiscal 2025 was a “meaningful year” as the company delivered solid sales, earnings, and cash generation.