Industrial Distribution articles from May 2008

Industrial Distribution archives from May 2008

Around and About.(Bearing Belt Chain Co. financing team for robotics competition)
May 1, 2008... Edited by Brad Perriello, brad.perriello@reedbusiness.com Bearing Belt Chain Co. goes robotic Brad Perriello Cimarron-Memorial High School's robotics team defended its national championship in April, thanks in part to Bearing Belt...

Associations.(National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors conducting its annual Wholesale Distribution Manager's Course)(National Fastener Distributors Association appointing Mark Alexander as board of directors)(National Fluid Power Assn. joining with the Canadian Fluid Power Assn.)
May 1, 2008... Edited by Joe Nowlan, jnowlan@reedbusiness.com NAW to hold Distribution Manager's Course June 9-13 The National Assn. of Wholesaler Distributors will conduct its annual Wholesale Distribution Manager's Course (WDMC) June 9-13 at Ohio...

Calendar.(Calendar)
May 1, 2008... Edited by Joe Nowlan, jnowlan@reedbusiness.com May 29-31 PTDA Canadian Conference Fairmont Chateau Whistler, B.C. www.ptda.org/CanadianConference June 1-3 Industrial Supply Conf. & Trade Fair Hyatt Regency...

Terms of endearment.(manufacturer and supplier relation)
May 1, 2008... Jack Keough, Editor/Associate Publisher Several years ago, I spoke at a distributor advisory council meeting for a large safety product manufacturer. The president of this manufacturing firm thanked the distributors for attending and said...

NAHAD steps back and looks ahead.(National Association of Hose and Accessories Distributors)
May 1, 2008... By Jack Keough, Editor More than 900 people turned out for NAHAD's 24th annual meeting, highlighting hose assembly guidelines, recruiting issues and 'excellence in distribution' More than 930 attendees turned out for the association's...

Industrial Supply Conference & Trade Fair takes place June 1-3.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Industrial Supply Assn. will host its annual Industrial Supply Conference & Trade Fair next month in Chicago. The three-day event will run from June 1-3 and feature workshops, social events and a two-day trade show. ...

NAED report examines liability in private labeling.(National Association of Electrical Distributors)
May 1, 2008... Staff The growing success and popularity of private-labeled products, especially in electrical distribution, has brought with it growing concerns about product liability. The National Assn. of Electrical Distributors' Education &...

Honeywell acquires Norcross Safety.
May 1, 2008... Staff Honeywell International agreed to acquire Norcross Safety Products LLC for roughly $1.2 billion. Oak Brook, Ill.-based Norcross, which manufactures safety and protective equipment for the fire service, utility and general...

HD Supply opens interior design center in Atlanta.(HD Supply's interior design division, Creative Touch Interiors opening a warehouse and distribution center)(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... Staff HD Supply's interior design division, Creative Touch Interiors, opened a 20,000-square-foot warehouse and distribution center in Atlanta, the Atlanta Business Chronicle reported. 'We are thrilled to enter the Atlanta market by...

84 Lumber closes 30 stores.(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... Staff 84 Lumber Co. shuttered another 30 stores, the Pittsburgh Business Times reported. 'As we continue to assess our store operations and current state of the new home construction market, we are decisively closing stores that are...

Read Center offers pricing workshops.(Read Center for Distribution Research and Excellence)(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... Staff The decision-making process for setting prices is the subject of a program this summer at Texas A&M's Read Center for Distribution Research and Excellence. 'Pricing Optimization: Scientific Pricing Framework-New Methods, Tools...

Players.
May 1, 2008... Staff Distributors Gas and Supply named Brian Carlisle general manager of Komp Gas and Supply locations in Hattiesburg and Laurel, Miss-.ABC Supply Co. appointed David Luck to the additional post of chief executive officer, succeeding...

Framing hammer.
May 1, 2008... Staff Vaughan's S2 framing hammer is designed to dissipate shock The S2 framing hammer is an 18 oz. 'split-head' hammer designed to dissipate shock during use to reduce stress to the user's hand, wrist and arm. Features include...

Adjustable wrench.
May 1, 2008... Staff The newest addition to the RapidSlide line of adjustable wrenches provides easier and more accurate jaw adjustments in a larger, 10 in. size; has a maximum jaw opening of 1.2 in. (30.4mm), a 20% increase over the jaw capacity of the...

Towelettes.
May 1, 2008... Staff Pre-moistened towelettes for lens cleaning coats the lens with anti-fog and anti-static solution and is safe for glass or plastic lenses. A dispenser box contains 100 foil packet of towelettes. H.L. Bouton Company...

Impact sockets.
May 1, 2008... Staff Impact sockets are available from ¼-2½ in. sizes, providing coverage sizes from 3/16-8 in., including a #5 spline drive, magnetic sockets for ¼-½ in. drives, 8-point sockets for ½-1 in. drives,...

Adjustable cable stripper.
May 1, 2008... Staff The WS 70 adjustable cable stripper works on insulating material on 46KV to 69KV cables and has a 1- 3.65 in. (48-93 mm) OD cable range. Its dual handle design provides greater leverage. Ripley Tools www.ripley-tools.com

Utility locator.
May 1, 2008... Staff The SeekTech SR-60 utility locator helps locate underground infrastructure using the full range of locatable frequencies from 10 Hz-490 kHz. Tunable by 1 Hz units, it can be used with any pre-set frequency transmitter. The passive...

Sight glasses.
May 1, 2008... Staff The 1 in. oil-level sight glasses have a brass body, glass sight window and an optional reflector of heat-resistant polysulfon. The scratch-proof glasses are highly stable and sealed with an O-ring on the periphery (rather than the...

Measuring arm.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Infinite 2.0 measuring arm features TESA Kinematic probes, a redesigned ergonomic wrist with an integrated USB digital camera and upgraded wireless capability up to 200 ft. The 6- and 7-axes arms offer high precision probing and...

Safety helmet.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Serpent ventilated safety helmet features the CoolSense air flow, a cushioned brow pad to absorb moisture and perspiration and a rain trough to divert water from workers' faces. The helmet's shell is made of durable, lightweight...

Fire alarm control panel.
May 1, 2008... Staff The VFR-400 release/control panel for pre-action and deluge fire protection systems is a field-programmable releasing panel for deluge and pre-action fire alarm systems. The panel accommodates multiple voltage applications, including...

Searchlight.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Xenide AEX20 HID personal searchlight has passed initial explosion-proof testing and is now certified for safe operation in Class 1, Division 1, Groups, A, B, C, & D environments (all gases), making it safe for use in...

Cutting pliers.
May 1, 2008... Staff The WireMan cutting pliers feature the SmartGrip ergonomic, slip-resistant handle and sharp, knife-to-knife precision blades. The pliers have crosshatched jaws to prevent slippage while pulling heavily lubed wires and a built-in...

Tool cabinet.
May 1, 2008... Staff The tool cabinet guards against foreign object damage (FOD) when tools are left behind during the manufacture and maintenance operations. The cabinet eliminates potential catastrophic damage caused to systems and equipment by...

Banana blade mixer.
May 1, 2008... Staff The 4460 banana blade mixer is designed to improve efficiency when mixing large volumes of water. The mixer features an 8.4 HP drive and is designed for large flow applications. The motor is a squirrel cage design using Class H...

Split wire loom.
May 1, 2008... Staff The split wire loom is a flexible, corrugated tube with an easy-opening seam for quick wire insertion and removal. The loom is extruded from durable, temperature- and corrosion-resistant black UL94V22 polypropylene. The flexible...

Pipe sander.
May 1, 2008... Staff The LRP 1503 AIR Boa pipe sander is designed for hand rails, pipe and tubing. It has a 1HP motor, with 20 CFM air consumption at 90 PSI. The sanding arm is made of light alloy with two deflection rollers; available as an electric...

Cargo pant.
May 1, 2008... Staff Rentable cargo pants offer a contemporary design with a longer seat seam for comfort and a fabric with 11% stretch. Sewn-in pockets with side seams and snap closures pose no safety hazards and increase durability through industrial...

Contact cleaner.
May 1, 2008... Staff LVC contact cleaner is ideal for cleaning and degreasing electrical/electronic fine parts and precision mechanisms without leaving a residue. It has a reduced VOC content and conforms to CARB (California Air Resources Board)...

Flap discs.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Z3 flap disc line has added the XXL Z3 flap disc, offering wider flaps that provide more material for easier use on angled work surfaces and longer life. Twelve discs are available in 4½ in. diameter and 40, 60 and 80 grit...

Adhesive tape.
May 1, 2008... Staff Teflon tape offers adhesive on both sides. Double-sided Teflon (PTFE) tape allows customers to fasten two substrates together easily, without rivets, bolts or screws. PTFE substrate offers chemical resistance, non-porous barrier,...

Linear drive attachment.
May 1, 2008... Staff Optional hardware for Amacoil/Uhing linear drives enables mechanically controlled ramp down on linear speed. The slowdown option requires no electronics or programming and may also be configured for dwell if the drive unit is...

Pneumatic nutrunners.
May 1, 2008... Staff The QA8 series nutrunners have a torque range of 20-225 Nm and are ideal for critical fastening applications that require precise torque control. The nutrunners can be used on hard or soft joints, including plastics, composites or...

Cable cutter.
May 1, 2008... Staff The 727M hand-held cable cutter features molded grips with a hard underside for strength and a soft, slip-resistant, ergonomic outside. The grips are designed with extra width for a larger load-bearing area. The tool cuts copper and...

PVC hose.
May 1, 2008... Staff A lightweight PVC hose is reinforced with spring steel wire helix and well suited for ventilation and fume removal applications. Flexadux R-2 hose is available in a clear FDA-approved version and a UL94V-0 flame-retardant blue....

Magnetic screwdriver.
May 1, 2008... Staff The magnetic screwdriver comes with a 32-piece tamper-proof bit set and features a sturdy bit- and screw-holding magnet and a cushioned handle for greater torque and comfort. The bit set (also sold separately) contains 9 Torx bits, 6...

Professional-grade ratchets.
May 1, 2008... Staff The professional-grade ratchets are available in ¼ in., 3/8 in., ½ in., ¾ in. and 1 in. drives; they feature a double pawl design that allows 41 teeth to operate like 82, allowing for a 4½[degrees] arc...

Motorcycle tools.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Hawg Buddy and Cycle Buddy folding tool sets are ideal for on-the-road servicing of most motorcycle models. The chrome-plated tools in the Hawg Buddy are specifically designed for all common adjustments and minor repairs to...

Ratchet crimp tool.
May 1, 2008... Staff The latest line of ergonomic ratchet crimp tools has four crimp stations, ranging from 22-8 gauge. The mating mechanism prevents the jaws from slipping and features a long handle to make it easier to crimp with a minimal amount of...

Manual rivet tools.
May 1, 2008... Staff The POPSet Manual Rivet Tool line is suitable for any blind rivet application. The PS20 Lazy Tong Rivet tool is for use on applications where space is limited. The PS40 Lever Rivet tool features long handles for optimum pulling...

Insulated wrenches.
May 1, 2008... Staff The 1000V line of insulated wrenches, L-keys, knives, cable cutters and sockets are all certified according to EN/IEC 60900, ASTM F1505, NFPA-70E; insulation materials are flame retardant. Wiha Quality Tools www.wihatools.com

Partner? Customer? or BOTH?(manufacturer-distributor relationships)
May 1, 2008... By Joe Nowlan, Associate Editor The quality of the relationships between manufacturers and distributors is a source of debate and, sometimes, disagreement At the 2005 convention of the Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Assn.,...

Money Matters.(growth in salaries of workers inspite on slow economy)
May 1, 2008... By Victoria Fraza Kickham, Managing Editor Despite increasing economic pressures, industry paychecks rose 5 percent this year and experts say top performers are being rewarded more than ever before Jim Davis says he sees three major...

Fewer customers means more competition.(Tool Crib Supply )(Company overview)
May 1, 2008... By Joe Nowlan, Associate Editor Tool Crib Supply has seen a number of its customers move away or shut down. But the Illinois distributor is fighting hard for new business For tool crib supply, a hand and cutting tools distributor,...

Tough times call for tough attitudes.
May 1, 2008... Tom Reilly Preparation and positive thinking are the keys to selling in a down economy Doing business in tough times requires a tough attitude. Half the battle is in your head and the other half is on the streets. Customers will...

A Sales Approach to SCM.
May 1, 2008... By Steve Deist, Contributing Editor The weak link in supply chain management is effective sales coordination between manufacturers and distributors Supply chain management is a lot like marriage counseling: Most people consider it only...

Open source ERP.(Enterprise Resource Planning )
May 1, 2008... By Don Klaiss Open source ERP platforms are good options for distributors. Here are four reasons why Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software helps distribution businesses improve margins and competitiveness by automating processes...

The system is the solution.(impact of systems approach on customer relations)
May 1, 2008... By Dan Donnelly Distributors and manufacturers that team up to develop a systems approach can best meet their customer needs Taking a 'systems approach' to your customers' needs is something distributors can implement with their...

Succession planning Q&A.
May 1, 2008... By Bart Basi Some answers to questions about taxes, trusts and the family business owner In March, INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION hosted a webcast on succession planning for family business owners. Entitled 'Exit Strategies for the Family...

What works on the Web?(management of websites of industrial distributors)
May 1, 2008... By Brad Perriello, Associate Editor Does your Web site help advance your business? Here are a few tips to help make sure your Internet presence is doing what you need it to do When Sam Jones went to design a Web site for Seals &...