Articles Tagged with ''distribution and HVACR''

HVAC contractors and distributors need to be wary of refrigerants that are packaged to imitate trusted brands but contain illegal contents. 

Watsco Inc.'s acquisition of Jackon Supply Co. adds 25 locations across seven states to its HVAC distribution lineup.

“Our warmest region had sales growth near 20% for April while sales dipped by almost 5.5% in the region with below-normal temps," said Brian Loftus, senior market analyst at HARDI.

Champion of Distribution Sales Tony Cirilli has “the most accounts in the most demanding part of the world” as well as an unmatched “get-it-done attitude,” says the colleague who nominated him. 

The "best counter guy in New England" wins the 2026 Champion of Distribution Counter Service award. 

The acquisition of cfm Distributors expands the footprint of Advantage Distribution Holdings to 13 locations across six states throughout the Southeast and Midwest.

The Best Distributor to Work With for this year is intentional about building a positive culture and collaborating to help its customers succeed. 

"Double-digit sales growth could be a great sign for 2026 after more than a year with annual sales growth in the 2% to 4% range,” said Brian Loftus, senior market analyst at Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI).

Supply shortages. Labor issues. Distrust in the channel. Sound familiar? A 1946 article sparks a conversation on how much has really changed.

Founded in 1972, Jackson Supply is one of the Sunbelt’s largest HVAC distributors, with sales of $230 million in 2025.