While covering the Ace Hardware 2024 Fall Convention, which took place in Chicago August 8-10, I (Lindsey Thompson, NHPA managing editor) walked the show floor looking for the latest and greatest products. Here are my top five picks and why …
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Festool announced a groundbreaking tool setting new standards for overhead tasks. The ExoActive exoskeleton supports users under the arm, taking effort out of strenuous work on walls or ceilings. It will be available starting Sept. 12, retailing at $3,495. “We …
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Leviton announced the appointment of two new chief operating officers (COO) to better align its resources with the company’s strategy and future growth. Effective immediately, Bob Becker is promoted to COO of electrical and Ross Goldman is promoted to COO …
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84 Lumber has opened its newest door shop in Lawrence, Pennsylvania, housed in a 41,250-square-foot facility. The space is equipped with a door line and stair machine, dedicated to hanging interior doors, as well as building installation-ready stairs for the …
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Stanley Black & Decker announced Deborah K Wintner as senior vice president, chief human resources officer (CHRO). She joins the executive team effective Aug. 1, 2024. Wintner recently served as Stanley’s Black & Decker’s senior vice president of human resource …
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International building materials manufacturer Sika has announced the opening of a state-of-the-art automated warehouse in Marion, Ohio. The Marion Regional Distribution Center is Sika’s newest fully automated warehouse. The 150,000-square-foot facility will inventory finished goods for multiple construction and industry …
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In Q3 2024, California-based company WD-40 reported $155 million in total net sales, a 9% increase from the same quarter year over year. Total maintenance product sales were $147.2 million, a 10% increase. “We delivered another strong quarter with record …
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