2011

Summer

 12th Annual Meeting & Conference
Unistrut®, a part of Atkore International continues to expand its product line to include Solar Installation products. We offer the largest product portfolio for solar requirements, fast installation, nationwide customer service, material and labor savings and a variety of different finishes. Our system can handle any solar installation need both large and small. Read More

Fall

 Unistrut Announces Solar Installation Clamps
 Top supplier honors went to DeWALT and ROLAIR. DeWalt was Partner of the Year for Core Products. Partner of the Year for Accessory Products was awarded to Rolair. Both companies will have the opportunity to make a presentation to the members during the May 2012 meeting. Read More

Spring

 Putting Customers First
“Look around the room and tell me if you can find your boss” – a question Simpson Strong-Tie Chairman Barclay Simpson posed at the company’s International Sales Meeting nearly 12 years ago. “Have you located him yet?” “WRONG,” said Barc. Read More

Winter

 A Stable of Brands Working Hard to Grow Your Business
During the 2010 STAFDA convention, Stanley Black & Decker demonstrated its commitment to become a critical business partner for all Sphere 1 members by showing how these brands are working together to grow your business. Read More

2010

Summer

 Focusing on the Future: 11th Annual Meeting & Conference
Sphere 1 members and suppliers traveled in May to Orlando, Florida for three days of sun, fun, networking and meetings. Karaoke and BBQ greeted attendees at the opening party. Members participated in newly formed Networking Groups during our Member Meeting. Read More

Spring

 Powers Fasteners: Strategies to Grow in a Down Economy
Distributors are dealing with the current economic downturn: Nationally, the non-residential market for construction dropped 21.8% in 2009, and in 2010 the market forecast is another 13% drop. Residential construction is at the lowest level since September 11, 2001. Read More

Winter

 Makita, Driven by Innovation,Continues to Lead In 2010
Makita, a Sphere 1 Preferred Supplier, continues to lead in 2010 with more best-in-class industrial power tools and high energy marketing. Makita’s initiatives are fueled by innovation and are part of a relentless drive to build the brand and increase user awareness. Read More