“While economic headwinds should create some softness in 2019, strength in the labor market and a cautious Fed are encouraging,” said Paul Hallmann, economist, HARDI.
The new companies include Winsupply of El Paso (Texas), Winsupply of San Antonio (Texas), Winsupply of Frederick (Maryland), and Winsupply of North Canton, Ohio.
The Master Group Inc. announced it has purchased the distribution operations of Johnson Controls’ Unitary Products Group (York®) branches based in Oakville and Markham, Ontario. The two branches will operate as The Master Group.
Epicor Software Corp., a provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, announced that Wittichen Supply Co. has chosen the Epicor® Eclipse® distribution system to replace its own homegrown solution and help digitalize the HVACR business.
HVACR distributor, R.E. Michel Co. Inc., and Honeywell are sponsoring a three-month promotion in June, July, and August. Contractors have the chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip for two to the Professional Bull Riders Finals in Las Vegas.
ABCO HVACR Supply + Solutions announced that its ABCO Expo 2016 will be held March 9, 2016, from 12:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Terrace on the Park in Flushing, New York. In addition to HVAC and refrigeration professionals, the show is also open to developers, builders, and students.
HVACR distributor Watsco Inc. reported record results for the fourth quarter and the year ended Dec. 31, 2015. For the full year, the company achieved 4 percent sales growth to a record $4.11 billion (5 percent on a same-store basis).
Winsupply Inc., a leading supplier of residential and commercial construction and industrial supplies and equipment, announced Roland Gordon has been named president of the company. Jack Johnston, who was named chief executive officer in September 2015, turns over the daily management of operations.
Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) announced it has signed on as an Alliance Partner with Industrial Careers Pathway® (ICP). The alliance will allow HARDI to pool resources with similar organizations, enhance its visibility, and enable its members to attract talent.