US LBM Announces Joint Ownership Agreement With Bain Capital Private Equity and Platinum Equity
US LBM, a distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, announced the signing of a definitive agreement for Platinum Equity to acquire a stake in the company from Bain Capital Private Equity (“Bain Capital”). Bain Capital and Platinum Equity will have equal ownership stakes and joint Board governance. US LBM will continue under the leadership of Founder, President […]
SummerSpace Custom Porch Enclosure Panels
SummerSpace is pleased to announce the launch of their new, 100% Made in the USA, Custom Porch Enclosure System designed for commercial or residential applications. This sleek system is manufactured to order at their state-of-the-art, 400,000 sq ft., factory in Auburn, M.E. Made with high grade extruded aluminum frames, 4mm Low-E in house tempered glass, […]
Joanne Moore Joins Derby Building Products as Territory Sales Manager for Quebec
Derby Building Products is pleased to announce the hiring of Joanne Moore as Territory Sales Manager (TSM) for the province of Quebec, Canada, representing their industry-leading brands – Tando Composites and Novik. In her role, Moore will focus on strengthening relationships with distribution and dealer partners to drive business growth and expand the company’s key […]
Kodiak Building Partners Strengthens Portfolio with Acquisition of Don’s Appliances
Kodiak Building Partners, a distributor of building materials and construction products, today announced the acquisition of Don’s Appliances, a respected name in the home appliance sector. This addition to Kodiak’s family of brands extends the company into the appliance industry and underscores its commitment to diversifying its offerings and providing enhanced value to customers. Don’s […]
RDI Elevation Rail From Barrette Outdoor Living Recognized in Good Housekeeping’s 2023 Home Renovation Awards
Barrette Outdoor Living, a division of Oldcastle APG, announced today that RDI Elevation Rail was recognized in Good Housekeeping’s 2023 Home Renovation Awards. Select winners can be found in the March/April 2024 issue of Good Housekeeping and the full list is available online at: Good Housekeeping’s 2023 Home Renovation Awards “We are thrilled to be recognized for RDI Elevation Rail by Good […]
Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association to Honor Two Members at Annual Meeting
The Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association (ENYLDA) will convene on November 7 for their Annual Meeting at the Holiday Inn in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., where they are slated to honor their Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, as well as the Incoming NRLA Chair. Doug Ford of Curtis Lumber will be installed as NRLA Chair on […]
Nominations for 2023-2024 NRLA Officers and Directors
One of the highlights of the year is the NRLA Annual Business Meeting, which will be held on December 7, in conjunction with the LBM Expo at the Earth Expo & Convention Center, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, Conn. This evening includes the installation of NRLA Officers and Directors for 2023-2024. Our bylaws require NRLA to “Publish […]
OMG, Inc. Expands and Reorganizes Human Resources
To further its commitment to a “people first” philosophy, OMG, Inc. has restructured its human resources department to focus on initiatives that provide employees with opportunities to improve themselves, feel appreciated and continually progress in their careers. OMG has promoted Maggie MacElhiney to the position of director of talent for the organization. In her new […]
RDI Railing Signs Coastal Forest Products as Product Distributor in New England
RDI Railing by Barrette Outdoor Living, a division of Oldcastle APG, recently announced it has entered into a distribution agreement with Coastal Forest Products, expanding access of the fencing and railing manufacturer’s products in the New England region. This addition will augment options and buying experience for customers throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, […]
PPG Receives Top Honors for Product Innovation, DE&I at The Home Depot’s 2023 Innovation Awards
PPG today announced that it has received two notable honors from retail partner The Home Depot as part of the retailer’s annual Supplier Partnership Meeting. The GLIDDEN® floor paint and concrete stain product line by PPG featuring COOL SURFACE TECHNOLOGY™ formulation was named a 2023 Innovation Award winner – second runner up, and PPG was […]