RDI® Railing Enhances Distribution Network
RDI® Railing, a distinguished name in premium railing solutions, has made a significant move in strengthening its distribution framework throughout the United States. The company recently announced the addition of 34 new locations, which will significantly boost its presence and ensure that its products are more accessible to dealers, contractors, and builders alike.
This expansion stems from newly forged partnerships and enhanced collaborations with several reputable distributors, including Weyerhaeuser, Palmer-Donavin, BlueLinx, Woodgrain Distribution, and Manufacturers Reserve Supply (MRS). Each of these distributors will bring RDI's products closer to its users in key markets, spanning the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, and the West. Chris Hayn, Executive Vice President of RDI Railing, emphasized the importance of this expansion in supporting customers, stating, "By growing alongside trusted distributors, we're able to bring RDI products closer to the professionals who use them while providing local availability and support to keep projects moving."
Expanded Access to Key Markets
The distribution extension includes 34 new stocking locations across five distribution partners. Here’s a breakdown of the contributions from each partner:
Weyerhaeuser
RDI is expanding its relationship with Weyerhaeuser by adding 11 new locations in various states, enhancing access to products across the Southeast and the West. This expansion includes:
- - Gallatin, Tennessee
- - Jacksonville, Florida
- - Dacula, Georgia
- - Tacoma, Washington
- - Spokane, Washington
- - Albany, Oregon
- - Billings, Montana
- - Denver, Colorado
- - Dallas, Texas
- - Houston, Texas
- - San Antonio, Texas
Palmer-Donavin
RDI has initiated a partnership with Palmer-Donavin, which has resulted in the addition of 10 locations throughout the Midwest and Southeast. Palmer-Donavin is a 100% employee-owned distributor that specializes in residential building materials, serving areas such as:
- - Lansing, Michigan
- - Bluffton, Indiana
- - Hebron, Kentucky
- - Grove City, Ohio
- - North Jackson, Ohio
- - Richmond, Virginia
- - Knoxville, Tennessee
- - Raleigh, North Carolina
- - Duncan, South Carolina
- - Darlington, South Carolina
BlueLinx
In addition to the above partnerships, RDI Railing will have five new BlueLinx locations to increase accessibility in the Northeast and Central U.S. Specific locations include:
- - Bellingham, Massachusetts
- - Burlington, Vermont
- - Portland, Maine
- - Tulsa/Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
- - Omaha, Nebraska
Woodgrain Distribution
RDI is also bolstering its reach on the West and Central fronts with seven additional locations through Woodgrain Distribution, covering:
- - Auburn, Washington
- - Tigard, Oregon
- - Houston, Texas
- - Cape Girardeau, Missouri
- - Jackson, Mississippi
- - Salt Lake City, Utah
- - Boise, Idaho
Manufacturers Reserve Supply (MRS)
Lastly, RDI has established its new relationship with MRS, which enhances distribution in several Northeastern states including Connecticut, Delaware, and Eastern New York, along with portions of Eastern Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, facilitated by their New Jersey distribution center.
Conclusion
Through this extensive expansion of its distribution network, RDI Railing is set to fortify its connection with the professionals that utilize its innovative railing solutions on a daily basis. As Chris Hayn reiterated, "RDI offers solutions that combine versatile design, lasting performance, and simplified installation for residential and commercial applications. With an expanded distribution network, customers will benefit not only from greater product availability but also from enhanced local service and support."
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