U.S. Census Bureau data released Jan. 6 showed that new orders of manufactured goods — down three of the last four months — ...

Drewry’s World Container Index started 2025 with a notable week-to-week bump, though down from its recent 2024 highs, though ...

The act requires employers to implement injury prevention measures for workers performing material handling tasks.

SASCO is a Medford, OR-based distributor of industrial and construction supplies, fasteners and cutting tools.

The company announced five leadership appointments to strengthen its services, digital innovation and operational success.

We break down 2024’s dealmaking activity by volume vs. 2023, what the most impactful transactions were, which distributors were frequent headliners and what to expect in 2025.

Logistics provider Zebra Technologies agreed to acquire Kentucky-based Photoneo. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Photoneo is a developer and manufacturer of 3D machine vision solutions ...

Electrical supplies distributor Sonepar announced the sale of Vallen Asia to the latter’s leadership team in a management buyout (MBO). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Sonepar used to own ...

Construction and contractor supply distributor NEFCO has expanded its services with the acquisition of Unistrut Midwest. Terms were not disclosed, but the transaction was effective Dec. 20. Cincinnati ...

Instrumentation and automation, rotating equipment, valve, purification and thermal equipment distributor Relevant Industrial acquired Loy Instrument, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

For some of us, podcasts have become the soundtracks of our daily tasks, filling commutes, workouts, walks and quiet evenings with expert insights, conversation and lessons learned. There’s a plethora ...

2024 was a big year for MDM. Our resources were supercharged when the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) acquired us in a move that strengthened our editorial relationship with some ...