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Packaging EPR Puts Distributors on the Front Lines of a Regulatory Fight
As more states impose extended producer responsibility requirements, distributors face uncertainty over who is responsible, how fees are calculated, and whether the emerging patchwork can survive legal challenges. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2026
ACP Strengthens Sales Team With Expanded Regional Roles
Chris Bugher has been promoted to manager- Eastern region sales and corporate chef, while Heidi Connors has been named director- Central region sales and key accounts. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2026
ITW Expands Dealer Service Support With Appointment
Elton Johnson will serve as a dedicated point of contact for distributors, helping connect ITW’s equipment brands with Hobart Service’s network of more than 1,200 factory-trained technicians. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2026
Singer Equipment Expands Eric Santagato’s Leadership Role
After more than doubling distribution revenue in two years, Eric Santagato will add oversight of Singer’s PA/NY contract business to his responsibilities. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2026
Foodservice Equipment Sales Hold to Slow-Growth Pattern
Sales in Q2 2026 edged up 2% as construction and quoting activity softened, but MAFSI expects growth to accelerate to 2.7% next quarter. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2026
FEDA Weekly News for Sept. 8, 2026
One More Week Until the FEDA Conference: Tech Talks Speaker to Cover Why Clean Data Is Essential to Businesses • Singer Equipment Expands Eric Santagato’s Leadership Role • From FEDA News & Views: Packaging EPR Puts Distributors on the Front Lines of a Regulatory Fight Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2026
Leadership Shake-Up for Welbilt Americas
Rob August was named CEO of the Ali Group division, while Jim Courtright and Leo Parot will assume expanded roles focused on growth, customer engagement, and operational performance. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/31/2026
Alto-Shaam Adds Operations, Supply Chain Leaders
Longtime executive JK Raghavan takes on an expanded role as senior vice president while Philip Stephenson joins the company to oversee supply chain operations. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/31/2026
Parts Town Unlimited Invests in New Georgia Fulfillment Center
The company’s largest global fulfillment center will expand inventory capacity and strengthen service to customers across the Southeast. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/31/2026
Restaurant Equipment World Welcomes Third Generation to Company
Brothers Hunter and Landon Pierce join the family-owned company in product development and sales and design roles. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/31/2026
FEDA Weekly News for Aug. 31, 2026
Are You Ready? The FEDA Annual Conference Begins in Two Weeks! • Former S.S. Kemp Owner Howard Fishman Remembered • Oregon Court Rejects Challenge to Packaging EPR Law Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/31/2026