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Underground residential distribution wire (URD) is a specialty aluminum wire intended for use in residential construction and light to medium duty commercial applications. URD is typically found in underground wiring systems where it can be used in direct burial applications or installed in ducts to support secondary power distribution. This durable wire is often the go-to solution to deliver power from a pad-mounted transformer to the service entry or meter of a given structure.

March Madness is upon us, and everyone is gearing up to fill out their brackets. For a few weeks each year, everyone becomes a college basketball fan, following each game to see if their bracket can prevail. For Distributor Wire & Cable (DWC) Account Manager, Brett Mentzer, he’ll be following the tournament with a little more insider knowledge than most of us. You see, when Brett isn’t helping electrical distributors with specialty wire & cable sourcing, he works as a NCAA Basketball Referee. Recently, we sat down with Brett and asked him to share some of his experiences as a ref.

A year of growth has further expanded DWC’s capacity to serve electrical distributors! A few years ago, a team of leaders from Distributor Wire & Cable (DWC) joined forces to develop a corporate purpose statement that reflects the company’s commitment to serving customers. Since then, this statement has served as a guidepost for DWC’ commitment to providing an amazing experience for electrical wholesalers: We champion an extraordinary culture to distribute exceptional experiences for all who interact with DWC.

ACSR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced) cable is a type of electrical power cable that is commonly used for overhead power transmission. The ACSR cable is made up of a central core of steel wires surrounded by aluminum wires. The steel core provides the necessary strength for the cable to support its weight, while the aluminum wires are used to conduct the electrical current.

As we step further into 2024, the oil and gas industry continues to be a dynamic arena influenced by numerous factors, both domestic and global. Among the key metrics shaping strategies and investments for companies involved in the sector is the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil. For electrical wholesalers that serve the U.S. oil & gas market, understanding the forecasted trends of WTI prices is key for anticipating the demand for electrical supplies and equipment crucial to domestic oil and gas production.

While we’re absolutely serious about providing value and expertise to our customers, it’s no secret that Distributor Wire & Cable (DWC) likes to bring a little fun to the electrical distribution industry. Over the years, we’ve held every variety of competition, contest, sweepstakes, or drawing that you can imagine. If you can dream it up, DWC has likely turned it into some sort of a competitive event with the intent of making the average workday a little more fun for the electrical distributor.

The DWC family is excited to introduce our newest account manager, Chris Meyer, who has recently joined our team. Chris is a seasoned vet in the world of sales holding many positions such as project manager, inside sales, outside sales, and branch manager. Get to know more about Chris in this insightful Q&A we had with him!

Since Distributor Wire & Cable (DWC) was founded back in 2008, the company has taken it’s Give Back, A Lot value seriously. Throughout the year, DWC is active in charities in and around our network of distribution centers throughout the U.S. Among the causes that have been important during DWC’s 15-year journey, Toys for Tots has been a part of DWC’s giving legacy the longest.

The price of copper can make a huge impact on the electrical wholesale industry. Big fluctuations in price play a significant role in the wholesale business landscape. Drastic swings up or down have an effect on every company’s bottom line.