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Today in Industrial Distribution
 
  November 3, 2026
 
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Member company total sales increased 15% to $89.6 billion.

 

 
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The company also narrowed its net sales range “given the macro environment.”

 
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WATCH: Looking to link iron ore production in Minnesota to EAF-driven steelmaking in Arkansas.

 

As AI becomes increasingly embedded, the focus for business leaders is now shifting to “how can we use it responsibly and profitably?”

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BMW logo on wet surface with Today in Manufacturing Episode 292 podcast branding and Siemens sponsorship

Also, Halloween's slow candy sales, Gen Z's problem with swing shifts and a ship sinks on purpose.

 
Two men in dark suits engaged in conversation at formal event with laurel wreath backdrop

The sides have been discussing possible relief from U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and automobiles.

 

Keep your team informed and your workplace compliant. This durable aluminum GHS-SDS Compliance Station from ZING supports OSHA's GHS/Hazard Communication requirements and includes an SDS binder for quick, easy access to important chemical information. Made in the USA.

 
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Is this a sign hiring could pick up again?

 
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Expanded vertical mast lift family incorporates productivity-focused tech to address job site needs.

 

There's a lot to consider when implementing AI. Here's a measured, practical approach to scaling with confidence.

 
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How prospective buyers evaluate companies beyond revenue and profitability.

 
View of the cranes at the Fos-Marseille container port in Marseille, France, Oct. 30, 2026.

Organizers said more than 100 ports across several countries had joined the protests.

 

 
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