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RNDC faces creditor deadline ahead of Oct. 22 bankruptcy hearing
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas is scheduled to consider final approval of the disclosure statement and confirmation of the plan on Oct. 22. The hearing will determine whether the proposed plan can proceed; it would not complete the liquidation or establish creditors’ final recoveries that day.
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KLH Capital recapitalizes HVAC and plumbing distributor N.H. Yates
The investment supports a business that combines stocking distribution with manufacturer representation. Yates supplies wholesalers while also selling to contractors and end users, giving it several routes to market for the products it carries.
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Distribution Solutions Group Deal Adds Winzer Franchise Network, FastServ Stores
GradeEight generates approximately $110 million in annual sales. Its Winzer business operates through more than 270 franchisees serving about 12,000 customers, while FastServ operates stores in Texas and Arkansas.
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Fastenal Profit Outpaces Sales Growth as Large Customers Expand Spending
Fastenal attributed the quarter’s performance to new contracts, increased spending by major accounts, improving unit volumes and stronger industrial demand,
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Averon Invests in Utah HVAC Distributor, Expands into Intermountain West
The investment expands Averon’s controls and building automation offering and supports its focus on HVAC parts and supplies.
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Millcraft Buys Kentucky Packaging Distributor, Adds Assembly and Inventory Services
The acquisition supports Millcraft’s expansion of its packaging business. The company plans to combine P3’s services with its product selection, supplier relationships, sales organization, and distribution network to reach additional customers.
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Essendant Faces Creditor Proceeding and New Supplier Suit as ORS Confirms Brand Deal
ORS announced Oct. 13 that it acquired Essendant’s Boardwalk, GEN and Windsoft brands, expanding its janitorial, sanitation, paper and food service assortment.
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HVAC Distributors’ Sales Rise 7.6% in August
July and August produced the strongest consecutive months of sales growth since late 2022, according to Brian Loftus, HARDI’s senior market analyst.
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Investors Back AI Tools for Distributor Orders, Purchasing and Logistics
The announcements show investors backing AI that performs routine operating work: preparing orders, communicating with suppliers, and tracking purchases. The companies are developing software that connects with the systems employees already use.
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McLane Puts AI-Powered Trucks on Freight Routes, Keeps Drivers on Customer Deliveries
McLane’s approach suggests that recurring freight moves between facilities offer a starting point for distributors evaluating autonomous transportation.