Danver Offers Cohesive Aesthetic For Outdoor Kitchen
On April 10, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Danver has officially expanded its line of outdoor living products and kitchen accessories, offering homeowners the opportunity to create a cohesive aesthetic across their outdoor kitchen.
This sleek new collection, designed in collaboration with Creative Director Daniel Germani, includes a versatile range of solutions—including drawer dividers, spice rack inserts, perforated baskets, nesting trays, dog bowl, planter boxes, and benches.
In Memory: Robert (Bob) Lee Swan
On April 10, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
SARASOTA, FL - Robert (Bob) Lee Swan passed away on March 27, 2025 in Sarasota, Florida with his beloved wife Barbara Ann Swan by his side. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, on November 21, 1936, Bob moved to Jackson, Mississippi when he was ten years old, where he lived for the next several decades. He graduated from Central High School in Jackson in 1954, and served in the United States Marines from 1956 to 1958.
He went on to earn a Bachelors degree in Business Administration from the University of Mississippi in 1970. While working as a sales representative for…
imagine.io Achieves ISO 27001 And SOC 2 Type II Certifications
On April 08, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
AUSTIN, TX — imagine.io, an AI-powered 3D product visualization platform, has earned ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certifications—two respected global standards for data security and operational excellence.
These certifications represent a major milestone for imagine.io, underscoring its commitment to protecting customer data while scaling its platform across industries such as furniture, home goods, appliances, and consumer electronics—all of which demand enterprise-grade data protection.
What These Certifications Mean
ISO 27001 is the internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It sets out a framework for safeguarding sensitive company and customer information through risk…
Harold Hudson Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award By City of Hope
On April 02, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT – Harold Hudson says he likes his reputation as “the dog who puts his teeth in your ankle and won’t let go until you donate to the City of Hope.” However, receiving the organization’s 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award is a far more coveted and humbling legacy, he adds.
As a current vice president and former president of Summer Classics Private Label and a longtime ICFA board member and former chair, Harold Hudson has been a consistent and dynamic force behind home furnishings industry contributions to the California-based research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.…
Elmira Stove Works Celebrates Five Decades
On March 28, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Elmira Stove Works is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025. In 1975, Tom Hendrick bought the tooling and brand name for an iconic woodburning cookstove - the beloved Findlay Oval - from the Findlay Foundry in Carleton Place, Ontario, and began building the Oval in nothing more than a chicken barn outside of Elmira. Fifty years later Elmira Stove Works is selling woodburning cookstoves, 1890’s-inspired appliances, and midcentury modern-inspired appliances through hundreds of retailers across all of North America
50th Anniversary Flower Power 1952 Fridge In Robin’s Egg Blue
Sourcing its components in Canada and the US, the company…
AMD Direct Debuts Redesigned Summerset Brand At HPBExpo25
On March 28, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA - AMD Direct is making a bold statement at HPBExpo25 in New Orleans, taking place March 26–29 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The company will unveil the newly redesigned Summerset brand, spotlighting its iconic Quest grill, alongside a curated selection from its TrueFlame and Firegear product lines.
Located at Booths#225, #125 and #131, AMD Direct invites industry professionals, media and partners to experience the next evolution of outdoor entertaining. The company’s presence at the show reflects its commitment to delivering thoughtful design, superior performance, and forward-thinking innovation to the hearth, patio and barbecue industry.
…HPC Fire Inspired Acquires Dekko Inc.
On March 28, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MIAMISBURG, OH - HPC Fire Inspired has acquired Dekko Inc., a premier manufacturer of lightweight concrete fire pits and cladding solutions. This strategic acquisition strengthens HPC’s position in the outdoor living market by expanding its product portfolio and distribution network across North America.
“Bringing Dekko into the HPC family aligns perfectly with our commitment to innovation, quality, and customer experience,” said Sean Steimle, CEO of HPC Fire Inspired. “Their expertise in high-quality concrete design complements our existing offerings, and together, we will provide even more value to our customers and partners.”
Dekko’s lightweight concrete…
Industry’s First Luxury Induction Cooktop Featured At New Orleans Event
On March 26, 2025, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA – The extensive line of American-made luxury outdoor kitchen products, and indoor and outdoor gas fire logs and fire features from RH Peterson Co. will be on full display at Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo 2025, booth #801. The new Fire Magic Induction Cooktop, leveraging popular induction technology, headlines the expansive RH Peterson product lineup.
The 1,800-watt Fire Magic Induction Cooktop heats up quickly, is energy efficient, and provides precise temperature control from 150-450 °F, which can be set in 10°F increments. An intuitive touch control panel for seamless operation ensures dishes are cooked to…
