Geib Industries Expands with Midwest Flexible Hose Acquisition

Geib Industries Expands with Midwest Flexible Hose Acquisition Geib Industries has acquired Midwest Flexible Hose in Butler, WI. With 18 employees, Midwest specializes in Stainless Steel Braided and Teflon hose assemblies. Like Capital Rubber and Hose Connections, Midwest will continue under its own name and focus on its core products. The strategy focuses on expanding the product range by leveraging synergies between Geib’s metal and Teflon hose offerings and Midwest’s capabilities, aiming to introduce new industrial and hydraulic solutions to the Milwaukee area.

5Elem Unveils Quick-Ship Hose Program

5Elem introduces a fast delivery service for an extensive range of lay-flat hoses in the U.S., promising essential supplies within two weeks, easing inventory and financial pressures for IDCO members; contact Tony Li at [email protected] for more info.

Moblico Partners with Bridgeline’s HawkSearch

Bridgeline Digital, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLIN), a marketing software provider, announced a partnership with Moblico, a mobile engagement solutions leader for wholesale distributors. This collaboration aims to boost distributor revenue via mobile search, leveraging Bridgeline’s HawkSearch AI technology and Moblico’s expertise in mobile messaging and custom-branded apps. The partnership is set to enhance the online experience for distributors by combining real-time customer interaction with advanced search capabilities, drawing on both companies’ strong track records in supporting prominent distributors like Misumi USA, Packard, and Kirby Risk. Moblico’s CEO, Pierre Barbeau, and Bridgeline’s CEO, Ari Kahn, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership’s potential to drive significant growth in the distribution industry.

IDCO Welcomes Royal Brass and Hose

With 75 years in business, Royal Brass and Hose has been a leader in the distribution of quality products for the automotive, industrial, agricultural, and hydraulic fields.

IDCO Welcome Rubber & Gasket Co of America as Newest Member

RGA, a key player in industrial rubber distribution and fabrication, excels in offering specialized services like gasket cutting and hose assembly across various states. Their focus on advanced technology, safety, and a skilled team guarantees customer satisfaction and reliable solutions.

Dixon added SuperSwivels, T-Bolt Clamps, and Worm Gear Clamps to the IDCO rebate program. 

RubberTree Systems Acquires WarehouseTWO

This acquisition unites two established companies to enhance their software solutions to distribution and manufacturing market customers. This strategic move promises continuous development and growth, leveraging RubberTree’s expertise in CRM and ERP integration with WarehouseTWO’s inventory-sharing tools.

Unilog Partners with Moblico 

Unilog and Moblico have teamed up to enhance distributors’ B2B digital commerce experience. This partnership offers a comprehensive mobile platform, allowing customers to access personalized product promotions, real-time pricing, and more, all while improving convenience and efficiency in distributor-customer relationships.

IDCO Welcomes Midway Industrial Supply as the Newest Member

Midway Industrial, in operation since 1960, has a presence across 10 locations spanning New York and Pennsylvania. They specialize in various products, including industrial, pneumatic, and hydraulic hose & fittings and PT and belting products. Notably, they house a dedicated industrial hose fabrication facility in Buffalo, NY.

The IDCO Women’s Leadership Group announces committee members