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Roofing Suppliers

Richards Building Supply Adds Property Intelligence to CRM

New CRM enhancements integrate EagleView aerial data to streamline measurements, quotes, and ordering in a single platform
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
January 8, 2026
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Richards Building Supply has launched new property intelligence tools inside its CRM, giving contractors instant access to aerial measurements and imagery to accelerate estimating, bidding, and ordering.


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Mergers and Acquisitions

JLG Acquires Canvas Robotics Technology to Advance Jobsite Automation

Access equipment manufacturer adds construction robotics capabilities to expand autonomy and productivity on future job sites.
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
January 7, 2026
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JLG Industries is making a strategic bet on construction automation, acquiring core robotics technology from Canvas to integrate intelligent, autonomous solutions into its access equipment portfolio.


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Mergers & Acquisitions

QXO in Advanced Acquisition Talks After Apollo’s $1.2B Investment

Sources say the roofing distribution giant is pursuing multiple deal opportunities as analysts see the Apollo-backed capital raise as a signal that a major transaction could be near.
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Tanja Kern
January 6, 2026
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Fresh off a $1.2 billion Apollo-led investment, QXO is already in talks on another significant acquisition—and pursuing seven additional targets across multiple deal sizes.



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QXO Lands $1.2B Backing From Apollo to Fuel Acquisition Push

The building products distributor secured a convertible preferred stock commitment through mid-2026, strengthening its balance sheet as it accelerates M&A growth.
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Tanja Kern
January 5, 2026
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QXO has lined up a $1.2 billion Apollo-led investment commitment to fuel its acquisition spree through mid-2026.


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Raymond Wins Nine Awards for Warehouse Tech

Award-winning stackers boost roofing supply warehouses
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Roofing Contractor Staff
December 29, 2025
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Lithium-ion stackers and sensing software boost safety, efficiency and fleet management in distribution centers.


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Distributor News

Brad Jacobs to Step Down as Chairman at XPO, GXO Logistics

Move allows QXO CEO to focus on growth; advisory role continues at XPO
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 15, 2025
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Brad Jacobs, chairman and CEO of QXO Inc., said he will step down as chairman of the boards at XPO Inc. and GXO Logistics Inc. effective Dec. 31, 2025, as he shifts more of his focus to growing QXO and Jacobs Private Equity. 


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The Home Depot Acquires GMS: What It Means for Contractors and the Future of Distribution

The impact of The Home Depot’s recent $5.5B acquisition of GMS through its partnership with SRS is still reverberating across multiple industries. SRS CEO Dan Tinker and GMS CEO JT Turner highlight their customer-first integration focused on growth, innovation, and expanded opportunities for contractors and employees.
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October 30, 2025
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SRS CEO Dan Tinker and GMS CEO JT Turner highlight their recent partnership and customer-first integration focused on growth opportunities for contractors.
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DOL Awards $86M for Skilled Trades Training

Grants to 14 states aim to boost U.S. construction, manufacturing, distribution, and workforce innovation through industry-led training initiatives
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Tanja Kern
October 29, 2025
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The U.S. Department of Labor is investing $86 million in workforce training across 14 states to strengthen domestic industries and prepare workers for high-demand trades.



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RoofLink, SRS Partner to Streamline Material Orders

The new integration gives contractors real-time SRS pricing and the ability to place orders directly within RoofLink’s all-in-one roofing platform
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
October 27, 2025
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The new integration gives contractors real-time SRS pricing and the ability to place orders directly within RoofLink’s all-in-one roofing platform.


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Richards Building Supply Launches Contractor CRM

New platform streamlines operations for exterior remodelers
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 22, 2025
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Richards Building Supply introduces Richards CRM, a contractor-focused platform offering project management, quoting, payments, and more—without hidden fees.


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