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

"This is not designed to be a ‘new channel’; it’s designed to be an expansion of the F.W. Webb customer experience," said Brendan Lilly, vice president of e-commerce and digital operations at F.W. Webb.

The February growth “was a welcome sight after low-single digit sales declines during December and January,” said Brian Loftus, HARDI’s macroeconomic and residential market analyst.

By increasing warehouse capacity and logistical efficiency, Winsupply enables local owners to focus on what matters most: serving their customers and growing their businesses.

The move is part of The Home Depot’s plans for expanding its offerings for professional trades customers.

HARDI’s director of state government affairs outlined a few key political issues distributors face, including PFAS and refrigerant restrictions and limits on energy choice.

A study that included a survey of more than 100 professionals finds distributors are prioritizing product availability and changing the ways they manage inventory.

A new awards program, Champions of Distribution, highlights the people and companies making a difference in distribution.

Sales for the 12-month period through January increased by an average of 2.3%.