Champion Pitmaster and Humanitarian Receives 2016 Donna H. Myers Award
On February 24, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ARLINGTON, VA - The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) and Casual Living magazine are pleased to announce Stan Hays as this year’s winner of the prestigious Donna H. Myers Barbecue Leadership Award.
Stan is co-founder and CEO of Operation BBQ Relief, a disaster relief organization that has provided hot meals in 18 states and 28 different locations and served approx 644,938 meals. Founded after the EF5 tornado that impacted Joplin, Missouri, in May 2011, Operation BBQ Relief’s expert pitmasters and volunteers deploy to disaster sites to provide comfort food, compassion, hope, and friendship to those whose lives have been…
Custom Modular Options Continue the “Problem Solving” Tradition at Sunset Bay Outdoor
On February 23, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MILWAUKEE, WI - Forty years ago, when Sunset Bay Outdoor president and designer, Bob Ehmke, started designing fireplace doors from extruded aluminum, he never dreamed he would be creating world-class custom outdoor kitchens and developing patented mechanical systems to bring people’s outdoor living dreams to life.
“I’ve always been a problem solver,” notes Ehmke. “I always look at products and analyze what their weakness is and develop solutions that will be more user-friendly for the customer – what will make owning it simpler and make using it more efficient.”
The Tuscany Line - A series of extruded aluminum patterns…
SunVilla Announces Third Domestic Distribution Center in Houston
On February 22, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA - Outdoor furniture manufacturer SunVilla Corpo has opened a third distribution center in Houston, Tex. SunVilla currently has two domestic distribution centers in Los Angeles and Atlanta.
The new 80,000-square-foot facility in Houston will handle domestic orders throughout the South and Midwest. Each of the three distribution centers will carry a full array of SunVilla products that are also available through direct import.
“With the addition of our third distribution center we are poised for growth on the domestic side of our business,” said Matt Weiss senior vice president of Sales for SunVilla. “SunVilla is…
Jones Joins Outdoor Division at Foremost
On February 22, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
EAST HANOVER, NJ - Kimberly Jones has recently joined Foremost as senior designer for the Outdoor Division. Kimberly will report directly to Danny Jelley, senior vice president, Product Design & Development, Outdoor Division. She will be responsible for designing and developing outdoor products for all channels of distribution, including specialty, clubs, and mass.
Kimberly Jones has spent the past seven years developing product lines for Peak Season as lead industrial designer, and previously designed products for Meadowcraft Inc. for three years. She has worked with many major retailers, including Costco, Sam’s, Lowe’s, and Home Depot—as well as, numerous high-end specialty…
Tropitone Extends Curve Collection
On February 22, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
IRVINE, CA - Tropitone Furniture Company Inc has extended its Curve collection with the introduction of a lounge chair, ottoman, tea table, and crescent table. Accompanying the molded chaise lounge, these Curve polymer outdoor furniture pieces are perfect for in-pool use or to create a modern outdoor space.
The Curve collection is made using the Rotoform process allowing the furniture to be placed in or out of water. Constructed of polymer, Curve is durable and requires little maintenance. Each piece can withstand snow, wind, and sun, making this collection perfect for any location ranging rooftops to coastal decks.
…Operation BBQ Relief Introduces Blue Rhino® as an Official Sponsor
On February 16, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
KANSAS CITY, MO - Blue Rhino has become an official sponsor of Operation BBQ Relief, a nonprofit consisting of volunteers from competition barbecue teams who provide hot meals to displaced families and emergency personnel in areas impacted by natural disasters.
“We are excited that Blue Rhino has agreed to become a major sponsor of Operation BBQ Relief,” said Stan Hays, co-founder and CEO. “In our brief history, we’ve served thousands of people in need, and thanks to the support of Blue Rhino and other companies we will be positioned to serve thousands more.”
“This is such a natural partnership…
Palm Springs Rattan® Signs Lease For Showplace Showroom At High Point
On February 15, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LARGO, FL - Indoor and outdoor casual furniture and accessories manufacturer Palm Springs Rattan® (PSR) has signed a multi-year lease with IMC Properties, opening its new permanent showroom in time for the upcoming April 2016 High Point Market.
Previously a temporary exhibitor in High Point, the company returns to this international venue by securing a 2,783 square-foot showroom on the third floor of the Showplace building (space 3555). “This permanent showroom is an important step in the growth of our wholesale business,” said Kerrie Jakubcin, Palm Springs Rattan’s wholesale division manager. “We are excited to introduce our Private Label program…
Infinity Canopy Receives U.S. Utility Patent Covering its Shade System
On February 15, 2016, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LOS ANGELES - The US Patent Office has issued patent number 9,255,441 covering the features of Infinity Canopy that allow it to adapt to any space, be installed quickly, and changed even after installation. This is the first patent issued for Infinity Canopy with additional utility and design patents pending.
Dr. Shargani, inventor of Infinity Canopy, states, “We claimed to have revolutionized the canopy, and this patent confirms that. This is a major achievement for our company, the shade products industry and the customers. We will continue the innovation and development of Infinity Canopy.”
Infinity Canopy is a versatile…
