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First Supply to install Exotec robotic system in new 308,000 square-foot distribution center

Robotics in the warehouse.

June 7, 2024

The global warehouse robotics market is expected to reach a value of $12.99 billion by 2030. Warehouse robotic systems automate tasks like picking, sorting, transporting, and packing, offering faster and more accurate operations.

Irr Supply Centers Celebrates Over 160 Years of Service. Image shows five generations of family leadership.

Business first: Irr Supply Centers celebrates 160 years

Five generations lead with business-first mentality.

Natalie Forster

April 9, 2024

Irr Supply Centers' 160-year success story is a testament to the power of a supportive culture. Providing excellent benefits and opportunities for employees, the company has grown from a one-man operation to 34 locations and 325 employees.

Ferguson, Uponor North America support new Community Plumbing Challenge effort in Alabama

March 16, 2022

The weeklong project will address a critical issue for public health and safety in the surrounding community, where many low-income homeowners are unable to afford an on-site sewage disposal system.

Southern Wholesalers Association Annual Convention registration now open

January 15, 2021

Registration for the annual Southern Wholesalers Association (SWA) convention is now open. The event will take place June 26-29 at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa.

NCWA 2021 Convention registration now open

January 7, 2021

The North Central Wholesalers Association (NCWA) will hold its 2021 annual convention Jun 7-8 at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington, PA.

NAW announces new senior leadership additions

December 14, 2020

The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) announced the additions of Dan Schuberth as chief business development officer and William Inman as chief public affairs officer for communications and advocacy to its senior leadership team. The newly created positions will report to NAW President and CEO Eric Hoplin.

National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors names Eric Hoplin CEO

September 9, 2020

The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW), an association in the United States that represents wholesaler-distributors and a federation of international, national, regional, state and local associations and their member firms, announced the appointment of Eric Hoplin as CEO, effective October 19, 2020.

NCWA announces new Facebook Page

August 13, 2020

The National Central Wholesalers Association has created a new Facebook Page.

IMARK Group achieves 7.9% growth in Q1 of 2020

May 22, 2020

Despite the negative impact of COVID-19, IMARK Group’s verticals grew 7.9% in the first quarter of 2020.

Pandemic Revenue Index indicates more than 29% decline

April 13, 2020

Indian River Consulting Group’s weekly Pandemic Revenue Index for the work week of April 6-10 indicated a 29.36% decline compared with the same week a year ago.