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Brad Jacobs Entering Building Products Distribution Industry

CCR Magazine

After a comprehensive year-long search, Brad Jacobs has announced his intention to create a market leader in building products distribution — an industry with approximately $800 billion in annual revenue between North America and Europe, according to industry estimates. The company will be called QXO, Inc.

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Former XPO CEO Launches Tech-Forward Market in Building Products Distribution

For Construction Pros

what is projected to be a market leader in building products distribution. Brad Jacobs, former CEO of XPO Logistics, launched QXO, Inc.,

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Ware Malcomb Begins Work on New KeHE Distributors Location in Elkton, FL

Civil + Structural Engineer

– Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced the beginning of work on a new office and distribution facility for KeHE Distributors® , located in Elkton, FL. The new facility will replace one of the company’s older buildings located across the street. “We

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Caterpillar and Trimble Extend Long-Standing Joint Venture to Accelerate Grade Control Innovation and Customer Adoption Across the Construction Sector

Civil + Structural Engineer

The agreement includes expanded distribution of grade control solutions in the construction sector to accelerate innovation and customer adoption. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. billion, Caterpillar Inc.

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QXO Hires Ashwin Rao as Chief AI Officer

CCR Magazine

He will serve as the company’s principal AI architect, as QXO becomes a leader in the $800 billion building products distribution industry. The opportunities to use AI to transform the building products distribution industry are endless,” Rao said. Visit QXO.com for more information. <p>The

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Buildertrend unveils groundbreaking construction rebates program in collaboration with Ferguson

Civil + Structural Engineer

Buildertrend Purchasing, a new exclusive rebates program, empowers builders to grow their bottom line and focus on what they do best: building and growing their businesses. This innovative program is launched in collaboration with distribution powerhouse, Ferguson.

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LANE OPENS NORTHWEST PIPE PLANT AND DISTRIBUTION YARD

Civil + Structural Engineer

Lane Enterprises, LLC today announced it has opened a new plastic pipe production facility in Longview, Washington. The 38-acre site with 19-acres in use, will also act as a stocking distribution yard for the company’s steel pipe, stormwater chambers and allied products. CAMP HILL, Pa. There are plans to add a third. “We