General News - Members & Suppliers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 14, 2026
Expansion reinforces Sphere 1’s position as the cooperative of choice for independent distributors in the construction and industrial supply channel.
LAKE FOREST, CA, May 13, 2026 — Sphere 1, a member-owned cooperative serving the construction and industrial supply industry, announces the addition of 18 independent distributors to its membership. The new members bring decades of combined industry experience and a shared belief in the cooperative model as the foundation for sustainable, long-term growth.
Sphere One welcomes the following new member distributors:
- Acme Tools
- American Fasteners Corporation
- Beerman Precision
- Construction Tool Service
- Darragh Company
- Industrial Tools and Supply
- McCally Tool & Supply Co.
- McQuade & Bannigan
- Mills Supply
- NEFCO
- Pro Tool & Supply
- Salisbury Supply Co.
- Slims Power Tools
- Straightline Contractor & Industrial Supply
- Team Tools
- United Supply and Sales Co.
- United Tool & Fastener
- Whitton Supply Co.
The addition of these distributors strengthens Sphere 1’s network and expands its reach across key markets. Sphere 1 remains committed to providing its members with the resources, supplier relationships, and collective buying power needed to compete and grow as independent businesses.
“The cooperative model works because it is built on trust, shared purpose, and a commitment to one another’s success. We are proud to welcome these distributors into that community and look forward to growing together.”
— Mike Shumard, President, Sphere 1
Sphere 1 continues to advance collaboration and operational excellence among independent distributors and supplier partners across North America. The cooperative remains dedicated to the principle that member-owned, member-driven organizations are best positioned to serve customers and build lasting businesses.
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About Sphere 1
Founded in October 1999, Sphere 1 is a member-owned cooperative of tool, fastener, and concrete accessory distributors working together to achieve competitive and sustainable advantages in the marketplace. Launched with seven founding members and ten preferred suppliers, Sphere 1 has grown into a nationwide organization owned and governed by its Member-Distributors. By partnering with preferred suppliers, Sphere 1 provides its members with enhanced vendor programs, superior education, and innovative business practices all while fostering a community grounded in integrity, honesty, and respect. Sphere 1 is headquartered in Lake Forest, California.