NAW is seeking to preserve protections for its members while appealing Oregon’s EPR law, warning that January 2027 fee invoices could expose distributors to unrecoverable costs or enforcement penalties before appellate review.
Metals Service Centers
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Metal Fab Distributor Capital Machine Acquires KC Robotics
The Ohio robotic systems integrator adds engineering and integration capabilities to Capital Machine’s equipment offering in its first acquisition since partnering with Rotunda Capital Partners.
Foodservice
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Sysco, Teamsters Reach Agreement to End 3-Day L.A. Strike
Nearly 500 workers represented by two Teamsters locals ratified a new contract following a strike at Sysco’s Los Angeles operation. It followed a standoff over contract language after the parties agreed on economic terms.
Economic Trends
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September U.S. Industrial Production Tops Expectations
A spike in utilities output drove much of the increase, while manufacturing also had a healthy finish to 3Q26.
MDM Blog
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Welcome to Your Upgraded MDM Website Experience
Faster performance, easier navigation and closer connections with NAW make it simpler to access the market intelligence, research and resources you rely on. Here’s what to know.
Industrial Supplies
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Wajax Sets Growth Roadmap, Plans Dedicated Industrial Leadership
The Canadian industrial parts and equipment distributor plans separate business presidents and investments in technicians, sales and digital capabilities.
Pharmaceutical & Health Care
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Medline Plans Large Distribution Center Near Detroit
The project, expected to begin serving customers in late 2028, follows a Texas groundbreaking, expansion of Medline’s Prime Vendor model into Canada and replacement capacity secured after a California warehouse fire.
Fasteners
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All State Fastener Opens Ohio DC, Eyes Acquisitions
The Michigan-based distributor has added more than 100,000 square feet of distribution capacity in 2026 and is targeting further expansion in Mexico and the Northeastern U.S.
Operations
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Winsupply Eyes Blueprint for Regional Expansion with Strategic Hire
Former Ferguson executive Ken Resuta will lead a Greater Philadelphia initiative intended to guide expansion into other major metros, building on Winsupply’s steady stream of local company openings and acquisitions.
Economic Trends
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September Producer Prices See Biggest Surge in Over 4 Years
U.S. producer prices posted a robust 1.3% monthly jump, driven by sharp energy gains alongside accelerating services, transportation and wholesale trade margins. Get the key figures and breakdown by product category here, along with our...
Logistics/Delivery
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NYC Offers Businesses $5M to Shift Truck Deliveries Away from Peak Hours
Congestion pricing revenue will help businesses move deliveries to evening and overnight hours, while a separate city proposal would require direct employment of core last-mile delivery and warehouse workers.
Electrical
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Wesco Opens Facility for Preassembling AI-Ready Data Center Systems
The Irving, TX facility adds rack assembly, integration and testing capabilities as Wesco expands its services around a data center market that continues to drive substantial sales growth.

