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Infrastructure Bill Could Help Keep Foodservice Equipment Moving
Infrastructure Bill Could Help Keep Foodservice Equipment Moving

The BUILD America 250 Act would invest in highways, bridges, rail, transit, and freight while creating new fees for electric vehicles and addressing transportation bottlenecks. Continue Reading

Date posted09/22/2026


The Labor Issues Distributors Can’t Afford to Ignore
The Labor Issues Distributors Can’t Afford to Ignore

From collective bargaining to workplace safety and employer liability, new federal and state developments are changing the rules employers must follow. Continue Reading

Date posted09/22/2026


EPA’s Revised Refrigerant Compliance Deadlines Ease Transition for Foodservice Industry
EPA’s Revised Refrigerant Compliance Deadlines Ease Transition for Foodservice Industry

The updated AIM Act rules extend timelines for lower global warming potential refrigerants, giving businesses more flexibility while maintaining the federal HFC phasedown schedule. Continue Reading

Date posted09/22/2026


Proposed AI Rules Could Reshape Government Contracts
Proposed AI Rules Could Reshape Government Contracts

The U.S. General Services Administration’s draft clause raises questions about software, data ownership, commercial agreements, and compliance for distributors working with the federal government. Continue Reading

Date posted09/22/2026


Chairman's Message: Trade Policy Needs Consistency, Not More Uncertainty
Chairman's Message: Trade Policy Needs Consistency, Not More Uncertainty

As shifting trade policies drive up costs and complicate pricing, distributors are seeking a more consistent approach to tariffs and trade.. Continue Reading

Postedby Marc Tell
Date posted09/22/2026


Boelter Project Manager Earns Top Women in Hospitality Recognition
Boelter Project Manager Earns Top Women in Hospitality Recognition

The Wisconsin Restaurant Association recognized Megan Scott for her contributions to hospitality design and mentorship of the next generation. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026


TriMark Executive Retires After Nearly 15 Years at Distributor
TriMark Executive Retires After Nearly 15 Years at Distributor

TriMark credited Karen McCain with being a dedicated mentor and passionate champion for women in leadership. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026


ARK MFG Acquires Therma-Tek to Expand Commercial Cooking Portfolio
ARK MFG Acquires Therma-Tek to Expand Commercial Cooking Portfolio

The acquisition expands the manufacturer’s offerings into hot-side commercial kitchen equipment while strengthening its U.S. manufacturing operations. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026


Longtime Thermo-Kool Owner Randolph W. McLaughlin Remembered
Longtime Thermo-Kool Owner Randolph W. McLaughlin Remembered

McLaughlin built a wide-ranging career before purchasing Thermo-Kool in 1970 and guiding the company through decades of growth in the commercial refrigeration industry. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026


The New Tariff Reality: Higher Costs, Less Certainty
The New Tariff Reality: Higher Costs, Less Certainty

A series of court rulings, new tariff authorities, and shifting trade agreements have created a constantly changing tariff landscape for distributors and manufacturers. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026


Decoding Manufacturer Pricing Policies
Decoding Manufacturer Pricing Policies

A practical guide to understanding the different structures and antitrust limits of manufacturer pricing rules. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026


FEDA Weekly Newsletter for Sept. 14, 2026
FEDA Weekly Newsletter for Sept. 14, 2026

The 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference is Here! • ARK MFG Acquires Therma-Tek to Expand Commercial Cooking Portfolio • Decoding Manufacturer Pricing Policies Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026