Supply Chain

Supply Chain Update - February 2025
Updated February 12, 2025
Those who have been paying attention to current events may have some questions related to the impact of manufacturing changes, trade agreements, military conflicts, and shipping challenges on product price and availability. There are many factors that influence global and domestic supply chains. Chadwell Supply leadership takes these actual and potential dynamics into consideration when developing and resourcing our logistical processes. Our team is closely monitoring events, and we have solid strategies and contingencies planned that will allow Chadwell Supply to continue delivering for our customers.
Supply Chain News by Category
APPLIANCES
- Amana Refrigerators – Limited Availability – Manufacturer delays have led to limited supplies on the following refrigerators:
- #301140 – 18 CU FT, white (ART308FFDW)
- #301142 – 18 CU FT, black (ART308FFDB)
- GE Refrigerators – Limited Availability – Manufacturer delays have led to limited supplies on the following refrigerators:
- #301212 – GE Energy Star 2 CU FT, black (GSE23GGPBB)
- #301215 – GE Energy Star 23.2 CU FT, stainless steel (GSE23GYPFS)
- Whirlpool Refrigerators – Limited Availability – Manufacturing constraints have led to limited supply of the following items:
- #306105 – 16 CU FT, white (WRTX5028PW)
- #306106 – 16 CU FT, black (WRTX5028PB)
- #301082 – 18.2 CU FT, black (WRT318FZDB)
- GE Range #301183 – Item Update – Manufacturer is shifting some model features:
- 30" gas, white, is transitioning from model JGB635DEKWW (13,000 BTU) to model GGF400PVWW (15,000 BTU)
- Whirlpool Range – Limited Availability – Manufacturing constraints have led to limited supply:
- #301100 – 8 CU FT, Electric Range, stainless steel (WFC150M0JS)
- Whirlpool Dryer – Limited Availability – Manufacturing constraints have led to limited supply:
- #301056 – Electric Dryer, white (WED4850HW)
- GE Rangehood – Limited Availability – Manufacturing constraints have led to limited supply:
- #305001 – 30" Ductless Rangehood, black (JN327HBB)
ELECTRICAL
- First Alert / BRK Smoke/Strobe Combination Alarm #153012 – Limited Availability – Item no longer available from manufacturer. Replacement item #153002 available by end of Q1 2025.
GROUNDS
- Broadcast Spreader #352179 – Limited Availability – 85 lb. capacity, currently on back order, expected to be resolved by late January.
- Snow Shovels #415022 and #415024 – Limited Availability – Items currently out of stock for the season.
HVAC
HVAC Regulation Update
- As of January 1, 2024, the EPA has required a 40% reduction in the production of higher-GWP refrigerants including R-410A.
- This is a phase down, not a phase out, R-410A refrigerant will still be available.
- For deadlines and further information, see the Q&A on our Product Knowledge page.
- For information about new refrigerants, tools, and training, visit our A2L Refrigerant Roadmap.
R-410A Equipment Update
- Chadwell Supply is well stocked with our exclusive Brothers Air Conditioning R-410A equipment.
- We also have a limited inventory of Goodman and AirQuest R-410A equipment available.
- For customers planning to transition to A2L refrigerant when that equipment becomes available, Chadwell Supply will carry Brothers (R-32), Goodman (R-32) and AirQuest (R-454B) compatible equipment.
- New A2L compatible equipment will either come with and/or require leak-sensing technology that is programmed to shut systems down if a leak is detected.
HVAC Tools Update
Chadwell Supply is stocking a variety of A2L compatible tools including digital and analog manifold sets, recovery cylinders, recovery machines, vacuum pumps, leak detectors, reverse thread tank adapters, mitigation devices, and refrigerant stickers for R-32 and R-454B.
PAINT & SUNDRIES
- Respirator Replacement Cartridge #452141 – Limited Availability – Manufacturing constraints have led to limited supply through Q1.
PLUMBING
- Delta Tub Enclosures #205020 and #205012 – Limited Availability – Items have been discontinued, available while supplies last. When inventory is no longer available, replacement item is #205018.
Shipping Updates
SUEZ CANAL - The number of container ships transiting the Suez Canal remains significantly reduced due to attacks on shipping vessels. The Suez Canal connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea. As much as 30% of global container trade typically traverses that passage. Many major shipping companies continue avoiding this route, opting for the longer route around Africa.