The PVF supplies distributor’s November-January sales increased 4.8% year-over-year.
Electrical
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Schneider Electric to Invest $140M in TN Plants
Strong demand across infrastructure and data center end markets has led Schneider Electric to upgrade its manufacturing operations.
HVACR
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Parts Town 2023 Revenue Jumped 25% to $2.3B
The master distributor of parts for OEM foodservice, appliances, HVAC and consumer electronics provided updates on a number of iniatiatives.
Facilities Maintenance (MRO)
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MiddleGround Taking Starrett Private in $122M Deal
The private equity firm will add a 144-year-old manufacturer of precision tools, cutting tools and metrology systems to its portfolio.
Contractor
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Home Depot will Open 4 DCs in 2024 to Serve Pros
By the end of 2024, The Home Depot expects to have 17 of its top pro markets equipped with new capabilities for pros.
Metals Service Centers
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January U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Rose 9.1% MoM
Consumption also increased 4.1% year-over-year, rebounding from December’s declines.
Fasteners
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Packer Fastener Moves HQ to Larger Green Bay Facility
The fast-growing distributor in the U.S. upper midwest said the 100,000-square-foot facility will enable it to better serve customers.
Metals Service Centers
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WALTER Expands in Robotics, Acquires PushCorp
WALTER said the addition helps its customers be more productive and confidently approach robotics and automation for their material removal process.
Human Resources
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U.S. Joint Employer Rule Struck Down in 11th Hour
Business groups have long opposed a joint employer rule, which hold companies liable for labor law violations by contractors.
Power Transmission/Motion Control
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PTDA Foundation Raises $147K in 2024 Fund Drive 1st Stage
The funds support PT/MC industry employers to be more successful in their recruitment and retainment efforts.
Paper Products & Packaging Distribution
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Uline to Expand WI Headquarters, Hydrogen Cell Use
The packaging supplies distributior is set to add a fourth major office in southeast Wisconsin, and a lot more hyrogen-powered forklifts.
Human Resources
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Graybar St. Louis Union On Strike Since Feb. 26
Union members in St. Louis reject Graybar’s labor contract, seeking pay raises, changes to health care coverage and more.

