STIHL Inc. announced the appointment of Sean McGinnis as president, effective October 1, 2026. In this role, McGinnis will lead the STIHL Group’s largest market and subsidiary, with end-to-end responsibility for STIHL Inc. This includes full profit-and-loss ownership, leadership of …
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LMBR Technologies Introduces Read-Only AI Assessment for LBM Operations
LMBR Technologies, Inc. recently announced it has introduced SHADOW MODE, a read-only AI assessment for lumber, truss and building-material operations. SHADOW MODE works alongside an existing ERP, which remains the system of record. With customer authorization, it establishes an operating …
Read More »Do it Best/True Value 2026 Fall Market Product Picks
As Do it Best Group continues to integrate True Value and United Hardware, the 2026 Fall Market brought retailers together for four days of new products and industry connections. The Hardware Retailing editorial team browsed the show floor and selected …
Read More »Ace Hardware 2026 Fall Convention Product Picks
Boasting record-breaking attendance, the Ace Hardware 2026 Fall Convention brought together over 14,500 attendees in Orlando, an increase of 5.5% from Fall 2023, the last time the Fall Convention was held in Orlando. NHPA editor and director of content development …
Read More »Product Picks From 2026 Home Hardware Homecoming
With 130 new suppliers, 100 show-only specials and a focus on six priority growth categories, the 2026 Home Hardware Homecoming took place at Toronto’s Enercare Center Sept. 16-18. While out on the market floor, North American Hardware and Paint Association’s …
Read More »Hot Products — September, 16, 2026
Heavy Duty Duct Tape (SPONSORED) 3M™ Heavy Duty Duct Tape is essential for every toolbox. It features an improved adhesive for quick sealing, holding and repairing. Easy to apply, it tears by hand lengthwise or crosswise for versatility. Its smooth, …
Read More »Hillman Group Completes Acquisition of Kanebridge
Hillman Solutions Corp. announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Kanebridge, LLC, a master distributor of industrial fasteners, for a purchase price of approximately $315 million, subject to customary adjustments. The acquisition was first announced on August 3, …
Read More »Hot Products – September 2, 2026
Heavy Duty Duct Tape (SPONSORED) 3M™ Heavy Duty Duct Tape is essential for every toolbox. It features an improved adhesive for quick sealing, holding and repairing. Easy to apply, it tears by hand lengthwise or crosswise for versatility. Its smooth, …
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