The National Association of Wholesale-Distributors Executive Summit was held this week in Washington D.C. Jan 30- Feb 1. This event has a wide mix of distribution leaders from leading Industrial, MRO, Construction, Food, Packaging, Specialty, and two step distributors. It is one to the few events where you can see Electrical channel leaders sitting next to MRO leaders … [Read more...] about Opinion – Quick thoughts from the 2024 NAW Executive Summit
Opinion- WATSCO Results show how WATSCO continues to focus on digital programs
WATSCO highlighted their continued commitment to digital enablement in their Q3 Results and recent investor conference presentations. In the world of distribution many private or PE companies do not report results. As a public company Watsco, Inc. in October released their Q3 results and right before the holidays presented some once a year results on digital at an investor … [Read more...] about Opinion- WATSCO Results show how WATSCO continues to focus on digital programs
Opinion – WATSCOs latest move is more than just another HVACR acquisition
WATSCO's latest acquisition appears to be more than just another HVACR bolt on addition. It may open new channels for WATSCO to grow in 2024 and the future both organically and with acquisitions. Last week one of the largest HVACR distributors Watsco announced it completed its acquisition of Gateway Supply Company, Inc. distributor of plumbing and HVAC products … [Read more...] about Opinion – WATSCOs latest move is more than just another HVACR acquisition
Opinion- WATSCO Q2 Results show slowing sales but WATSCO continues to focus on digital programs
WATSCO highlighted their continued commitment to digital enablement in their Q2 Results in August. In the world of distribution with so many private or PE companies that do not report results - Watsco, Inc. in August released their YTD numbers and provided commentary on trends, growth opportunities, technology innovation and financial strength in their Q2 results. In my … [Read more...] about Opinion- WATSCO Q2 Results show slowing sales but WATSCO continues to focus on digital programs
Danfoss Climate Solutions Net Zero Building Event
Danfoss Climate Solutions has launched an interesting event with expert-led sessions exploring "The Journey to Net Zero Buildings" on September 7 and 14, 2023. The RETHINK Live North America edition is dedicated to unpacking the ability to create smarter and more energy-efficient buildings by focusing on key drivers behind future-proof cities — the trends, insights, and … [Read more...] about Danfoss Climate Solutions Net Zero Building Event
Johnson Controls acquires M&M Carnot
Johnson Controls acquires M&M Carnot to enhance sustainable Industrial Refrigeration portfolio Acquisition addresses the growing need for ultra-low global warming potential refrigerant technologies Unique CO2 technology broadens Johnson Controls’ portfolio of sustainable solutions to help customers achieve net zero emissions June 21, 2023 — Johnson Controls … [Read more...] about Johnson Controls acquires M&M Carnot
Opinion – Rexel buys HVACR distributor in Europe. What does that mean for their North American distribution strategy
An interesting acquisition for Rexel in Europe in the HVACR Channel. What does it mean for the North American Electrical Distribution powerhouse in North America? Does Rexel consider expanding into HVACR in North America? Rexel announced last week that it will acquire Wasco, an HVAC distributor based in the Netherlands. The US Electrical Powerhouse with great brands … [Read more...] about Opinion – Rexel buys HVACR distributor in Europe. What does that mean for their North American distribution strategy
