From Group Editorial Director Mike Miazga: This week the American Supply Association is hosting its annual Women in Industry Elevate2019 conference in San Diego, California.

Lyneis and Boehlke named to key logistics/warehouse and general-management posts.

New England-based distributor has opened five new locations over the last year.

Dakota Supply Group recently hired Rod Hicks as its vice president of operations. Hicks will be responsible for leading many of DSG’s corporate operations, including, but not limited to, purchasing, logistics, warehousing and fleet operations.

Ranger Design’s Cargo + ladder rack is made of aluminum with an anodized finish and is rust-free and lightweight, the company states.

NEOPERL’s adapter kit was designed to make ordering the right replacement parts easy.

Webstone, a brand of NIBCO, announces its water-heater tempering valve

Now with easily interchangeable drums, the Speedrooter XL from General Pipe Cleaners clears tough clogs in 3” to 10” lines – up to 200’.

First Supply promoted Seth DePuy to director of sales and marketing. DePuy has been with First Supply as corporate product manager for its PVF Division over the past 2 1/2 years. He will be based out of First Supply distribution headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin and will report directly to Chairman and CEO Joe Poehling.

HOLDRITE’s HYDROFLAME firestop product line has expanded to include sealant products such as caulks, wraps, collars and putty pads.