Supply House Times sat down with Kyle T. Emmons, founder of JJM Alkaline, to learn more about the company and its goals.

Some industrial distributors reach a point where they've captured their local market and need to expand. They can either open a new location or acquire an existing business in a new area. Each approach has its own benefits and drawbacks, depending on the company's stage of growth.

Thanks to the support of Ferguson’s associates, vendors and customers, more than $112,000 was raised for the scholarships, exceeding the original goal. 

The new Mt. Juliet Coburn’s location joins existing Tennessee Coburn’s stores found in Nashville, Memphis and Bartlett. During this transition, Coburn’s will retain all current staff at the Mt. Juliet location. 

Watts celebrated its 150th anniversary on Monday, August 5, 2024, at its global headquarters in North Andover, MA, with a gathering that included employees, the Watts Board of Directors, local and state officials, local community partners, and members of the trade media. 

They were selected by Conference Chair Jon Wiggs to serve as your Opening Keynote, Economist, and Coach at the AIM/R 52nd Annual Conference (Sept. 17 – 20, 2024) in Music City USA. Keep reading for a preview of each presenter.

Supply House Times Chief Editor Natalie Forster sat down with LPG Executive Director Jeff MacDowell to get a detailed update on all the happenings at LPG.

Global industrial pipe market to reach $52.6 billion by 2030 with 4.1% CAGR. Demand driven by power generation, petrochemical, and industrial processes. Regulatory changes causing project delays for industrial PVF players.

The plumbing industry is evolving with a focus on sustainability. Heat pump water heaters (HPWH) present an opportunity for contractors to stand out and meet changing client needs, contributing to environmental conservation and demonstrating leadership in a dynamic market.

Same-store sales increased by 4% in the U.S., 1% in Canada, and 15% in Mexico, in their respective currencies. Member purchases from AD suppliers grew 4% to $10.1 billion.