Tool Distributor

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Brad Astin truck
April 29, 2025
This distributor follows three simple rules to keep his business successful and his customers happy: be honest, be friendly, and be consistent.
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social media
April 28, 2025
Social media can help you reach a wider customer base and keep you connected with technicians.
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mike yarter truck
April 25, 2025
Some customers are focused on the right now, and if you don't have what they need already, you'll lose that sale.
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Brian Wendl customers
April 23, 2025
One of the best ways to get people in your truck is to get out of it and get closer with your community.
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Cornwell Tool Rally 2025
April 14, 2025
This year’s rally offered the distributors ways to keep their businesses moving forward through new products, new connections, and new training.
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John Patterson cornwell truck
April 11, 2025
Talking about a product's features is just a part of the puzzle.
Cornwell truck
April 9, 2025
This year's Cornwell Quality Tools Tool Rally took place in Orlando, Florida.
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stahle truck
April 9, 2025
Refreshing your inventory requires getting rid of the products that just take up space and finding out what your customers really want.
2025 Aftermarket Profile
April 2, 2025
Find out what tools and equipment are top-of-the-list for shop owners and technicians – and how much they're willing to spend.
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Jason Neil shelf
April 2, 2025
While you should change up what you're selling once in a while, stay stocked to keep your customers from going to the competition.
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Aspire cover
April 1, 2025
Mac Tools distributor Steve Werth knows that cultivating relationships is one of the keys to success in this industry.
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Cornwell Tools dealer Sean Ostler (pictured in foreground) and a customer check out one of the toolboxes on Ostler's truck.
April 1, 2025
Financing tools and equipment for your customers can help make the sale, but be sure you both understand what that contract entails.
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Mac Tools Tool Fair 2025
March 28, 2025
Mac Tools distributors gathered for a weekend filled with tools, training, and camaraderie.
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Streamlight MegaStream USB
March 28, 2025
Run-times range from 13 hours on the low setting to two hours on the high setting.