Today in Industrial Distribution

Meritus Acquires Metroplex Welding Supply

The deal will expand the company’s footprint in North Texas.

RBC Bearings Reports 19% Increase in Sales, 48% Jump in Earnings

The company highlighted record margins, cash flow and backlog in the quarter.

Waiting to modernize your ERP may seem like the safe choice—but hidden costs can quickly add up. Discover the real price of waiting and how timely ERP modernization drives faster growth, sharper insights, and long-term competitive success.

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Report: The 2026 Threat Landscape

Fortinet's 2026 Global Threat Landscape Report is produced by FortiGuard Labs and delivers a data-driven analysis of how cybercrime has evolved into a fully industrialized system operating at machine speed.

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Ford's Snack Firings; Mars Closes NJ Hub; Cheesemaker Saves Plant | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 279

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Security Breach: The Continuing Evolution of Ransomware

Legacy tactics combine with specialized skill sets and AI to elevate the size and scale of attacks.

Introducing LEADERS, Your New Resource from Industrial Distribution

Industrial Distribution's new LEADERS page showcases the top products, technologies, and solutions serving distribution professionals. Explore LEADERS for more information on how these offerings provide critical advantages for industrial distributors.

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Industrial Distribution’s July/August Issue

Featuring the 2026 Salary Report and a visit with Packer Fastener.

Ground Helical Racks for Superior Precision and Durability

Precision grinding ensures smooth motion and high load capacity for demanding applications.

The Weekly Briefing for Manufacturing Leaders

In each new episode of Today in Manufacturing, Editorial Directors Anna Wells, David Mantey, and Jeff Reinke discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing and the implications they have on the industry moving forward.

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