The United Group® (TUG) is a national, member-owned buying group for independent, B2B distributors of Jan-San, Industrial Packaging, Foodservice and Safety products and equipment. Our Preferred Suppliers range in size from manufacturing giants to niche industries, all are vetted for quality of services and products prior to introduction to the group. The United Group executive team fosters strong alliances between vendors and Members by supporting and facilitating relationships and by openly sharing Supplier rebate terms with Members. The United Group is a friendly, value-oriented organization that champions strong, reciprocal business relationships. We have a family culture and a special quality: One Member described TUG as a group of "character,” a testament to our standards and practices of clarity and honesty.