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The 2024 Field Guide to Fasteners

Fastener companies aren’t standing still. They're drilling down on innovations related to design, durability, versatility, job-site speed and even retail programs to keep shelves stocked and customers educated.

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Quikrete Industry Dashboard - (Week 49, 2024)

View the latest data on unemployment, industry stocks and much more.

Golden Hammer winners announced

Innovation, value and shelf appeal on display by the class of 2024

Top Three stories of the week

Lumber market, True Value and Tractor Supply make the list.

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Outdoor living trends for 2025

See what homeowners are prioritizing heading into the new year.

Innovation in Ken’s N.J. Garage

Demonstration of the versatile IQ Vise from Work IQ Tools.

The 2024 Field Guide to Decking

From innovative concepts to making outdoor rooms a reality — these five leading decking suppliers share challenges and successes.

Risky housing markets to monitor

New data analyzes affordability, foreclosures, underwater mortgages, unemployment and more.
Tiny homes: are you buying or selling the idea?

Poll question: what's the market for online sales of tiny homes?
OMG, Inc. names new CFO

FastenMaster's parent company taps another senior vice president.
Ace Hardware sues Ace Bolt & Screw

The company alleges trademark infringement and is seeking damages.
Kodiak acquires Liberty Doors & Windows

Expansion continues, this time in Kodiak's home state.
How Dunn Lumber is streamlining its merchandising

The Seattle-based supplier is using AI to optimize operations.
Saint-Gobain pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The company is aggressively reducing emissions, waste and environmental impact.
Sales, merchandise and more

Third-quarter comparisons from the two retail giants.
Texas judge shoots down Corporate Transparency Act

Citing government overreach concerns, the NLBMDA hails the decision.
Housing trends and predictions for 2025

Get a slew of takes on which way the building winds are blowing.

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The 2024 Top 150

The Industry Leaderboard adjusts to a new reality.

Bulletins

Nov 19, 2024
Beacon builds on ecommerce platform
Oct 1, 2024
U-C Coatings launches new website
Oct 1, 2024
Omnia Exterior Solutions partners with Central Roofing
Sep 26, 2024
HomeSphere and Scissortail Building Supply partner up

Insights & Opinion
- 12/5/2024
  Old stories, new optimism
  A view from a True Value loyalist.
  
  Kenneth Clark
- 11/6/2024
  An existential question
  
  Kenneth Clark

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