Core & Main Inc. (NYSE: CNM), a leading specialty distributor dedicated to advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of ARGCO Northeast LLC, a distributor of fire protection products with a single location in Saddle Brook, New Jersey.

"The ARGCO Northeast team's commitment to being a trusted partner mirrors that of Core & Main," said Mike Huebert, president of Core & Main. "The added expertise and knowledge the team brings will bolster our ability to deliver quality fire protection products and services to our valued customers. I look forward to welcoming them into the Core & Main family.”

ARGCO Northeast provides a wide array of quality products and services to the fire protection industry. Its dedicated and experienced staff consistently delivers outstanding support to customers out of its New Jersey facility.

"ARGCO Northeast is an accomplished distributor focused on providing our valued customers with top-quality fire protection products," said Richard Dehn, general manager of ARGCO Northeast. "It is exciting to team up with an industry leader like Core & Main that shares similar values. We look forward to furthering our customers' success with the additional resources Core & Main will provide, including expanded product and service offerings and new opportunities for associate career development, training and personal and professional growth."

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a leading specialized distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With more than 350 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s nearly 5,500 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

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