News

For distributors, the data offers an early indication of where purchasing activity is gaining momentum heading into the second half of 2026.

City officials said the warehouse’s fire suppression infrastructure was not functioning as expected when crews arrived, forcing firefighters to rely on municipal water sources while battling elevated temperatures, low humidity, and fierce winds

Lennox said Heat Controller’s distributor-focused business model, product availability and customer service capabilities complement its existing operations and create opportunities to expand market share across North America.

The facility will enable Hillman to consolidate operations into a single location and improve the movement of products throughout its North American distribution network.

For DXP, the acquisition deepens its presence in a market where customers increasingly value technical expertise and field service capabilities alongside equipment availability.

As recovery operations continue, Medline said it is implementing additional measures to improve delivery speed, coordination, and supply chain visibility.

For distributors, the report suggests industrial activity remains resilient despite uneven conditions across the broader economy.

If completed as scheduled, the transaction will create one of the largest publicly traded distribution companies focused exclusively on the low-voltage market in North America.

The company said the Mexican operation was built to provide local inventory management, logistics support and technical service while leveraging Palmer Holland’s broader North American supplier network.

The acquisition expands Imperial Dade Canada’s geographic coverage in Canada and adds Enterprise Paper’s established customer relationships, sales organization, and distribution capabilities to the company’s network.