Should building supply dealers pay their sales reps based on a 100% commission? ProSales asked that question to members of our LinkedIn group. Here's what they said. More
Husqvarna is voluntarily recalling its grass and hedge trimmers after receiving reports of fuel leakage, the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission reports. More
L and W Supply, the distribution arm of USG, will eight locations and open two before the end of the current quarter, the company reported to the Securities and Exchange Commission. More
Boise Cascade entered into a new credit agreement with Wells Fargo Capital Finance, LLC, according to a July 13 filing with the Security and Exchange Commission. The agreement expands the company revolving credit facility to $250 million, an $80 million increase over the company's old agreement with Bank of America. More
Every lumberyard owner knows that one of the keys to a successful operation is having a good sales force. These are the people, both inside and outside of the yard, who bring in the sales and drive up the profit. Owners also know that the way to get the most out of your salespeople is through a fair pay system. More
"Why does Nick get a commission?" Tony, one of our truck drivers, asked me years ago. More
DeWalt has voluntarily recalled two models of framing nailers due to risk of serious injury. Possible incorrect assembly of the bump action trigger during production could cause the nailers to eject a fastener unexpectedly or the trigger lock-off not to function, the Consumer Product Safety Commission reported. More
The Consumer Products Safety Commission, as part of its investigations into more than 180 reports from 13 states about problems associated with Chinese drywall, is analyzing both Chinese- and American-made versions of the product to figure out why bad drywall is damaging homes, the agency reports. More
Builders FirstSource, the Dallas-based pro dealer, revealed in an Oct. 16 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that it will leave the New Jersey market. More
A look at compensation, productivity, and the potential for growth. More
