Tando Composites, a division of Derby Building Products and a brand leader in composite exterior cladding, announced on Tuesday it had joined the Independent Distributor Alliance Corporation, or IDAC. 

In a news release, Tando said the collaboration will strengthen Tando's independent distributor network while expanding the reach of its flagship products, Beach House Shake, the authentic composite shingle, and TandoStone.

"We are excited to welcome Tando Composites to the IDAC cooperative," said Curt Gomes, executive director of Independent Distributor Alliance Corporation. 

“Their commitment to innovation in composite exterior cladding supports our independent distributor members with top-tier products and resources," Gomes added. 

As North America's premier trade organization of independent distributors, IDAC empowers its members through comprehensive education, training, and resource-sharing. 

The co-operative fosters industry insights and best practices through meetings, while networking events provide opportunities to engage with suppliers, explore trends and exchange knowledge. Biannual owner meetings and trade shows further enhance collaboration with manufacturers and alignment on strategic goals.

"Tando Composites looks forward to accelerating our growth with IDAC by expanding our partnerships with North America's top independent distributors," said Ralph Bruno, CEO of Derby Building Products. "IDAC's commitment to its members aligns perfectly with our mission to provide North America with innovative, high-performance composite cladding solutions.

For more information, visit idacdistributors.com.