International Pool / Spa / Expo Co-locating With DeckExpo
On June 18, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAS VEGAS - The International Pool | Spa | Expo will be co-locating with the DeckExpo in 2020. The launch of the co-located event will occur at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas from November 8 – 13.
Launched in 2003, DeckExpo is the go-to annual event for all materials, services, and professionals related to the deck, dock, and railing community. Custom builders, dealers, contractors, and other construction pros gather at DeckExpo to exchange ideas, explore new products, and learn better building techniques from top industry experts.
DeckExpo fits right in with the premier event for the pool, spa, and…
Big Green Egg Debuts New BBQ Sauce Flavors
On June 15, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ATLANTA - Big Green Egg Barbecue Sauces enhance the flavor of any barbecue recipe, and are great when paired with a favorite pizza recipe, added to spice up the flavor of baked beans and potatoes, or mixed into a favorite meatloaf. Two new flavors complement the full line: Traditional Moppin’ Sauce Barbecue Baste and Sweet Kentucky Bourbon Grilling Glaze.
Big Green Egg SpeediClean™ Products
On June 15, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ATLANTA - The Big Green Egg ceramics come with a free lifetime warranty, and the Atlanta-based company’s new SpeediClean Products will keep the EGG looking clean, new, and ready to show off to family and friends. The four new SpeediClean products are: Exterior Stain Remover; Exterior Ceramic Cleaner; Cooking Grid Cleaner; and Non-Stick Grill Spray.
HGTV and Celebrity IOU Work With European Home
On June 11, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Over the past few months, officials at European Home have had the opportunity to work with the Property Brothers, Jonathan and Drew, on their new TV Series. In this new HGTV series, the Property Brothers help A-list celebrities like Michael Buble, Jeremy Renner, and Viola Davis express their deep gratitude to individuals who have had a major impact on their lives by surprising them with home renovations.
European Home officials were approached by The Scott Brothers because they had seen and liked what the company had to offer, and they were thrilled to be given the chance to provide…
Original Pawleys Island Hammock Touts Father’s Day Gift Possibilities
On June 10, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GREENVILLE, N.C. - The Original Pawleys Island Hammock story goes back to Carolina Low Country more than 130 years ago. Joshua John Ward, a river boat captain, simply wanted a good night’s sleep during sultry summers. He set out with some rope and wood and fashioned the rope hammock—a hand woven bed, two wooden spreader bars, a clew knot with a ring for hanging the hammock. Ever since Cap’n Josh handcrafted his first hammocks they have been the perfect gift for Father’s Day.
Pawleys Island spreads holes 2½ inches apart, from center to center; other companies generally run 3 to…
Glen Raven Plans Production Facility Closure
On June 09, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
SUNBURY, PA - On June 4, Glen Raven announced plans to permanently close its production facility in Sunbury, PA, and also eliminate a select number of positions based out of the company’s Burlington, NC headquarters and other facilities in the USA, effective immediately. The Sunbury plant will operate into August 2020.
Company officials made the decision after a thorough analysis of the market, the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the global manufacturing footprint. According to a Glen Raven press release, “This difficult decision was made to streamline operations and support the long-term position of the company. We…
RB Retail & Service Software Acquired by Fullsteam
On June 05, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MONROEVILLE, PA - RB Retail & Service Solutions has been acquired by Fullsteam™, a software and technology company that owns several specialty software companies across a diverse range of industries. As part of the Fullsteam™ family, RB Retail & Service Solutions will continue to be focused on improving and updating the company’s pool and spa software product line and will continue to provide first-class service and support to its pool and spa customers.
“Our customers in the hearth and home industry will not feel any impact because of this acquisition,” says Rick Brunori, president of RB Retail & Service…
Zuomod ZOOM Conference Invites Design Community
On June 04, 2020, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
OAKLAND, CA – ZUO, in partnership with https://www.designerinc.com/ is inviting customers to join in ZOOM Conference to the design community. Scheduled for June 10, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time / 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time, the ZOOM Conference will broadcast the new Spring Collection displaying the influence that helped create this new 300 piece Collection.
Luis Ruesga, CEO and founder of ZUO, will talk about the current tools and technology initiatives from the company to keep customers engaged with their products—like their virtual showroom, digital catalog, and the new collaboration program for interior designers.
“We are doing everything…
