2011 Latest News
Ferguson announces acquisition of Groeniger & Company
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. (Ferguson) announces the acquisition of Groeniger & Company (Groeniger) in an asset transaction completed November 7, 2011. At the present time, the company will continue to operate under its existing name and be led by Groeniger's current executive vice president, Dick Alexander.
Read MoreFerguson finishes fiscal year nine percent ahead of last year
Ferguson's parent company Wolseley plc, the world's largest specialist trade distributor of plumbing and heating products to professional contractors, announced its financial results for the 2011 fiscal year.
Read MoreFerguson closes another acquisition
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. (Ferguson) has purchased substantially all of the assets of SG Supply Co., Inc. (SG Supply) in a transaction closed effective September 26, 2011. The company will now operate as SG Supply Co., a Ferguson enterprise.
Read MoreWolseley Industrial Group acquires Louisiana Chemical Pipe, Valve & Fitting, Inc. - expands presence in the Gulf Coast region
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. announces the acquisition of Louisiana Chemical Pipe, Valve & Fitting, Inc. (Louisiana Chemical PVF) in an asset transaction completed August 29, 2011. The company will operate as part of Ferguson's industrial division, Wolseley Industrial Group, which is a leading supplier of solutions to the North American industrial market.
Read MoreTony Farina appointed general manager of Lyon, Conklin's Virginia region
Tony Farina was appointed general manager of the Virginia region for Lyon Conklin & Co., Inc. (Lyon, Conklin), a premier heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) wholesale distributor. The region includes six locations: Charlottesville, Richmond, Christiansburg, Chesapeake, Newport News and Lynchburg. Farina will be responsible for the development and leadership of human resources as well as managing the financial results for the Lyon, Conklin Virginia locations.
Read MoreSteve Johnson promoted to district manager of Ferguson's Northwest region
Steve Johnson was promoted to the position of district manager of Ferguson's Northwest region which includes Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. In this role, he will be responsible for determining strategic direction, managing financial performance and ensuring customer satisfaction for the Ferguson branches that reside in the region.
Read MoreKyle Grant appointed general manager of Ohio region for Ferguson Heating & Cooling
Kyle Grant was appointed general manager of the Ohio region for Ferguson Heating & Cooling, the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) division of Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Grant will oversee four locations in Northern Ohio including Akron, Cleveland, Maumee and Streetsboro.
Read MoreFerguson Dream Bathroom Giveaway Grand Prize Awarded
Michigan resident, Cynthia Weaver, was selected from more than 1.2 million entries to receive a $50,000 bathroom remodel from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery. Weaver will receive the bathroom of her dreams featuring premium Kohler ® products.
Read MoreModern Distribution Management names Ferguson/Wolseley Canada a 2011 MDM Market Leader
Ferguson/Wolseley Canada has been ranked #1 on Modern Distribution Management's 2011 Industrial Market Leaders list and #1 on the HVACR/Plumbing/PVF Market Leaders list. These lists identify the top 40 and top 10 distributors by revenue in industrial and HVACR/plumbing/PVF distribution, respectively. Modern Distribution Management is the leading information source for independent distribution channels.
Read MoreNewly appointed lighting specialists bring nearly 40 years experience to Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery in Tampa
Two new lighting specialists have joined the Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery in Tampa, Fla. With nearly 40 years combined experience in the lighting industry, Terri Bozzy and Kenneth Martin will lend their expertise to Ferguson customers throughout the building process, designing their interior and exterior lighting from conception to completion.
Read MoreFerguson upgrades Greenville, S.C. showroom
The Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery located at 575 Woodruff Road recently upgraded and expanded its showroom product offerings. The 4,900 square foot space now features displays of designer lighting from brand names like Minka, Progress and Murray Feiss.
Read MoreFerguson opens Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Preview Center in Raleigh while rebuilding tornado-damaged showroom
On Sat., April 16, the Ferguson location at 2700 Yonkers Road was damaged by a tornado that ripped through the area. As a result of the extensive damage, the showroom was closed and customers were redirected to the Chapel Hill location. The Raleigh branch is in the process of rebuilding, which will take several months.
Read MoreFerguson opens new showroom
Ferguson opened a new Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery in Depew, N.Y. on June 1. Located at 6326 Transit Road, the state-of-the art showroom features fully-functional displays and a vast selection of plumbing products and fixtures, including appliances, lighting, cabinets and countertops from the industry's most recognized manufacturers.
Read MoreFerguson reports revenue growth of 9 percent
Ferguson's parent company Wolseley plc, the world's largest specialist trade distributor of plumbing and heating products to professional contractors, announced its first-half results for the 2011 fiscal year. Wolseley reported revenue increase of 5% on a like-for-like basis.
Read MoreLet the dreams begin! Ferguson launches Dream Bath Giveaway
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery is giving one lucky winner a bathroom makeover valued at $50,000 featuring premium Kohler® products. The sweepstakes runs through May 15, 2011, and consumers can enter by visiting www.ferguson.com and clicking on the Ferguson Dream Bathroom Giveaway icon.
Read MoreFerguson recognized as Distributor of the Year by Milwaukee NARI Chapter
The Milwaukee Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) presented Ferguson Enterprises with the Distributor of the Year Award at their annual Local Achievement Awards dinner. The award recognizes a member company that has demonstrated a strong commitment to NARI, the remodeling industry and the community.
Read MoreJoe Deehan appointed General Manager of Ferguson's Hampton Roads region
Joe Deehan has been appointed General Manager of the Hampton Roads, Va. region, which includes branches in Williamsburg, Gloucester, Newport News, Suffolk, Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Kitty Hawk. Effective Feb. 1, Deehan will be responsible for managing the financial results of Ferguson's Hampton Roads branches, developing the associates and delivering superior customer service.
Read MoreThe Wolseley Industrial Group Adds Experienced Talent in the Midwest
Wolseley Industrial Group, a division of Ferguson Enterprises and the leading supplier of solutions to the North America industrial market, is pleased to announce Randy Howard has rejoined the company as an Engineered Product Sales Manager.
Read MoreFerguson Wins PROSALES Excellence Award
PROSALES Magazine, the leading publication for the construction supply industry, awarded Ferguson with the 2010 Excellence Award in the advertising category for the campaign, "Let Us Orchestrate Your Dream." Launched in the fall of 2009, the campaign features a Ferguson showroom consultant, "Kate", orchestrating and leading a symphony of swaying faucets and shower heads to the music of Brahms' Hungarian Dance No. 5.
Read MoreTwo Ferguson Associates Earn Supply Management's Most Prestigious Designation
Ferguson Integrated Services, a division of Ferguson, is pleased to announce that Steve House and Adam Langhals have earned the designation of Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®) from the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM).
Read MoreFerguson acquires Summit Pipe and Supply
Ferguson announces the acquisition of Summit Pipe and Supply Co. Inc. and Summit Pipe and Supply Company of Mississippi, Inc. (collectively, "Summit") in an asset transaction completed Dec. 31, 2010. Summit is a waterworks distributor with three locations in Northport and Wetumpka, Ala. and Jackson, Miss.
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