August 3, 2026 — AD, a Steel Framing Industry Association (SFIA) member, reported member sales for the first 6 months of 2026 increased 15% to over $58 billion across the group’s 13 divisions and 3 countries. Highlights include:
- Same-store sales of existing members grew by 10%
- Member purchases from AD suppliers increased 24%
- Member count increased by 79 on a net basis during the first half of the year
- Members acquired 28 non-AD companies
“Our strong first-half results reflect the growth of our members, the addition of new members to our community, and the strength of member partnerships with AD suppliers,” said Bill Weisberg, AD chairman and CEO. “We look forward to working closely with our Owner-Members and member-elected governing groups to build on this success through the end of the year.”
Read the original AD news release.
AD is the largest contractor and industrial products wholesale purchasing cooperative in North America. AD provides independent distributors and manufacturers of construction and industrial products with support and resources that accelerate growth and enhance profitability. AD has 1,000-plus independently owned distributors span 13 divisions in the U.S., Mexico and Canada with annual sales exceeding $100 billion. AD’s 13 divisions cover industries including electrical, industrial, safety, construction tools, bearings and power transmission, plumbing, PVF, HVAC, decorative brands, waterworks, and building materials. AD is owned and governed by its members. For more information, visit adhq.com.
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