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Cameron Ashley Building Products has expanded its presence on the Gulf Coast with a new distribution center located in Fort Myers, Fla.

Hyster is encouraging companies to amplify what their workers are doing now with the introduction of Hyster Atlas, a new automated lift truck platform.

Canada’s Federal Plastics Registry will expand in 2026 to include construction plastics, requiring companies that supply or use building materials to report how much plastic they produce, recycle, and dispose of. These actions could spur similar efforts in the U.S. to help companies reduce plastic waste.

What looked like a $200M problem is becoming proof that tech-driven supply chains can redefine the building materials industry.

Roofing contractors face rising costs, labor shortages, and tech transitions. ServiceTitan’s latest survey data shows how distributors can step in to support their customers’ growth and profitability.

Home Depot’s Q2 sales hit $45.3 billion, fueled in part by its 2024 acquisition of SRS, as it doubles down on Pro services amid tariffs, housing woes, and economic uncertainty.

Ed Kochanek, has relocated to MuleHide’s New York Metro territory, having previously overseen the company’s South New Jersey/Delaware territory since January 2023.

New and established U.S. tariffs are expected to bring in $2.3 trillion in revenue but drive up roofing material costs, affecting contractor bids, profit margins, and supply chains.

Roofing distributors should keep an eye on federal and state efforts to regulate warehouse quotas and safety rules that could impact material suppliers.

BlueLinx reports a 2% gain in sales compared to Q2 2024, though its gross profit saw a 2% decrease, year-over-year, compared to the same period.