Sunset West’s Leucadia Collection Appeals to Customers
On October 07, 2013, In Industry News by Staff
Sunset West’s new Leucadia collection was a hit at the recent 2013 Las Vegas Market™and at the Chicago International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market™. The Leucadia collection features a raised weave that appears natural, both in color and to the touch. The natural tones of the wicker offer a blank canvas to which customers can add colors to enhance their outdoor environments. The T cushion seat and boxed back offer superior comfort.
Wes Stewart, CEO of Sunset West, says, “We are seeing a move toward lighter, more neutral colors in the outdoor environment. It was great to see Architectural…
A New, Expanded Website for Fire Magic Grills
On October 07, 2013, In Industry News by Staff
RH Peterson Company, manufacturer of premium gas logs, grills, and outdoor fire features, has launched a new, expanded website for Fire Magic grills: www.firemagicgrills.com. The new site targets all viewers, from consumers and design professionals to distributors and dealers. The website highlights new Fire Magic positioning (Built With Passion, Owned With Pride) that draws on the brand’s storied 75-year heritage and values in manufacturing Fire Magic products.
Key elements of the site include:
• specially created feature sections that bring the Fire Magic story to life; • new search functionality, which allows users to find the Fire Magic…
Miles Industries Reaches Preliminary Settlement in U.S. Class Action
On October 07, 2013, In Industry News by Staff
Miles Industries, manufacturer of Valor fireplaces for North America, has reached a preliminary settlement in a class action. That agreement was filed in U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, in August 2013. Miles Industries specializes in the design and manufacture of energy-efficient naturalgas– burning and propane-burning units for fireplace retrofitting and home renovations. Its Valor brand products are sold exclusively through North American specialty fireplace retailers.
The lawsuit claimed that Miles Industries failed to warn adequately that the sealed glass front of gas fireplaces can cause serious burns from contact with the glass. Under the agreement, Miles Industries…
OW Lee Honors Sales Rep of the Year
On October 07, 2013, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - Gary and Rhonda Deane of GR Deane and Associates took home OW Lee’s Sales Rep of the Year award for 2013. The presentation at the International Casual Furniture Market in Chicago honored the Deans who have been selling OW Lee since 2005 in Arizona and New Mexico
The Deanes added Utah and Colorado to their territory in 2009, successfully growing the territory. This past year they enjoyed double digit growth.
Gary Deane was also the recipient of the ICFA Sales Rep of the Year award in 2011. Gary and Rhonda’s experience and reputation have been a contributing…
Bella-Dura Named Legacy Leader for Textile Excellence
On October 07, 2013, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
NEW YORK, NY - The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute has given its Legacy Leader Award to Bella-Dura®, an NY-based maker of performance textiles.
The Legacy Leader Award celebrates the innovation stories of companies certifying products by 2009 or before. One of only six brands being honored, Bella-Dura was introduced in 2002, after three years of teaming, testing, and planning with technical and design experts.
“We are thrilled and honored to be receiving this award,” stated Irwin Gasner, president of Wearbest Sil-Tex Mills, the parent company of Bella-Dura. “When we set out to create Bella-Dura, our…
ICFA Attendance Jumps by Six Percent, Sales Growth Climbs
On October 04, 2013, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - Merchandise Mart Properties Inc (MMPI) announced positive feedback regarding attendance, plus increased industry growth at the recent International Casual Furniture & Accessories (ICFA) Market show in Chicago.
Show management reported attendance of qualified buyers, retailers, and other industry professionals increased by more than 6% as compared to last year’s show. Many participating manufacturers reported tremendous sales growth and positive responses to product debuts.
“The increase in attendance, positive sales performances reported by manufacturers and investment by manufacturers in their showroom presentations and product collections at this year’s show reflects the positive, overall growth of the casual industry…
CRP’s New Reclining Lounger Destined to Shine
On October 04, 2013, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ONTARIO, CAN - Officials at C.R. Plastic Products (CRP) Inc are set to roll out the company’s latest offering, the St. Tropez Chaise Lounge. The reclining lounger, slated for 2014, features new fit and finish materials, 16 designer colors, plus a standard two-tone chocolate and beige.
“For ease of mobility, integrated rear wheels now come standard,” says E. J. (Ted) Scott, vice president, Sales and Marketing. “Backed by our Limited Lifetime Warranty, this new reclining lounger will be the envy at everyone’s pool and patio.”
From its environmentally-conscious roots as a manufacturer using recycled plastic, CRP has evolved…
Outdoor GreatRoom Company Celebrates Ten Years of Outdoor Living
On October 03, 2013, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MINNEAPOLIS - After a decade of hard work—and a few challenges—The Outdoor GreatRoom Company™ (OGC) is celebrating its 10th Anniversary. With 2013 proving to be a year of growth and success, officials recently reflected on the “Great Recession” of 2009, and the good that came out of such a challenging time.
“While OGC was almost taken out of business, we managed to put in place some key programs for sourcing, manufacturing in the U.S., and strategic product direction, which all contributed to our growth today,” said Dan Shimek, founder and president of OGC. “We had some key people who…
