Winning the HVACR Product Data Revolution
In June HVACRTrends hosted a webinar introducing the Trimble / Distributor Data Solutions (DDS) collaboration. The two companies shared what they are seeing in the construction trades and how data …
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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 …
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 …
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Distributors – Planning Marketing Strategy for 2024
The HVAC market has experienced a dramatic slowdown compared to the past few years, which, with the benefit of hindsight, some of the slowdown / decline should have been expected …
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The Road to a New ERP System
Deciding on an ERP system is one of the most challenging decisions for an HVAC distributor given its impact on business operations … everything from easy of doing business, ability …
Labor. Tomorrow’s Workforce is Smaller
Labor. Many have talked about it’s shortage. Be it a lack of electricians, a lack of qualified people for distributors to hire, or a lack of staff for manufacturers. Many …
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 …
Can an Incentive Program Deliver Sales for Distributors?
Many HVAC distributors, and some manufacturers, run incentive programs, for their customers in efforts to curry favor (loyalty) and/or to drive incremental business. In the current economic environment, an incentive …
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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 …
MDM Top 25 HVACR Distributors
Each year, Modern Distribution Management (MDM) sources and publishes a Top 25 list for each of 17 distribution verticals, including the electrical industry. Top 25 (x 17) Despite challenged supply …