CertainTeed Gypsum Canada’s latest suit targets 54-inch drywall dumping
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. ― CertainTeed Gypsum Canada has filed an anti-dumping “retardation” complaint against U.S. importers of 54-inch wide drywall into Western Canada…
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Knauf’s $7 billion acquisition of USG promises continued support of North America
IPHOFEN, Germany & CHICAGO — Building materials maker Knauf is buying all outstanding shares of drywall and ceiling products maker USG for $44 per share in a deal that will total $7 billion, but promises good news for the Canadian operations…
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Hardlines’ Publisher Beverly Allen to retire
SPECIAL REPORT — Beverly Allen is retiring. A fixture at Hardlines Inc. for more than two decades, Beverly came aboard in the company’s second year to take over managing the company, securing its solid financial footing that ensured the years of growth to come…
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When it comes to e-commerce, what do consumers expect from independents?
SPECIAL REPORT — Home improvement dealers say their customers are asking for ways to complete their transactions online…
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Top online sellers added to speaker roster for 23rd annual Hardlines Conference
WORLD HEADQUARTERS, Toronto — Three powerhouse sessions have been added to the 2018 Hardlines Conference, finalizing the roster of top-level speakers who will present at this national forum on November 13 and 14 in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont…
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Sherwin-Williams pledges to ditch toxin
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Lowe's Canada helps sick children
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Tom Bell joins Sexton
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Spider monkey attacks Home Depot worker
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U.S. building materials sales surge in May
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CanWel seals treatment plant purchase
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Traffic questions over Kent zoning bid
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