DISTRIBUTORS/CO-OPS

Making moves in Alaska, Hawaii, Northern Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Western Montana.

An award is granted to an Illinois hardware store owner.

A “proven, productive” team member replaces the retiring Dave Cole. 

Chicago-based hardware co-op True Value Co, announced the appointment of Robert Young to divisional VP for the paint, hardware and tool departments, effective January 2011.

Young joined the company from Briggs & Stratton Corp., where he served as VP/general manager of business units and oversaw product development, brand management and engineering of key power products. Young has more than 20 years experience in retail and merchandising roles, and has held positions of increasing responsibility in growing sales and profits.

Millennial home buyers and Canadian lumber supply factor into discussions.

The Open Buying Day last week opened the door for new vendors and new products, says VP of merchandising.

A biodegradable BBQ and a phone case tool storage product take top honors

In 1782, a man named Daniel Waldo founded Elwood Adams Hardware in Worcester, Mass., providing...