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

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 new Trane office, which will employ up to 10 people, will serve as a local hub for HVAC equipment, service, and turnkey sales.

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

Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors–National Association (PHCC) are urging the U.S. Supreme Court not to take up a case challenging the Environmental Protection Agency's rules on bulk HFC allocations.

"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).

The decision comes as New Yorkers express concern in a new survey about the affordability and operational impacts associated with the state’s refrigeration regulations.

Home Depot’s plans to acquire Mingledorff’s, a major HVAC distributor, could mean a shakeup in traditional HVAC distribution.