The empty-shelf challenge

Supply-chain shortages are hitting independent hardware stores right between the aisles.

Quikrete Industry Dashboard: NAICS numbers

The National Retail Federation celebrates strong numbers for September.

Outdoor experience at hardware show invites attendees to interact with products.

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LMC dealers gather in Atlanta for 'Leadership Summit'

The conference draws 55 dealer participants who were given facility tours and presentations at local major corporations, including Chick-fil-A and Porsche.
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Housing starts slide in September

Single-family building starts and permits nearly break even with the prior month.
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McCoy's readying new Texas locatoin

The latest location in Spicewood will follow a similar store format as other recent McCoy's openings.

Gordon's LV MAX fast-acting weed killer is put to work in the Garden State.

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Floor & Decor expands in Tacoma

This opening marks the specialty retailer’s third location in the Seattle market.
NLBMDA talks vaccination standards with White House

The Department of Labor recently submitted a draft version of the Emergency Temporary Standard to the Office of Management and Budget review.
Builder confidence gains ground in October

As home builders face challenges, including material shortages, consumer demand remains solid.
SRS Distribution acquires Wimsatt Building Materials

The deal brings eight locations in Michigan and Ohio.
Roseburg, LP execs join AWC board

Roseburg CEO Grady Mulbery and LP SVP Mike Blosser have been elected to the American Wood Council's board of directors.
Poll question: Inflationary discussion

To what extent are you seeing prices rise in front of your eyes?
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Poll results: A domestic supply chain

During a supply chain crunch, survey results show a demand for domestic suppliers.

As technology evolves, retailers are faced with serving their customers in an increasingly competitive and fast-paced environment.

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