LAS VEGAS - The 2022 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo™, co-located with Deck Expo (PSP/Deck Expo) opened online registration for attendees. The event, put on by Informa Markets, the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), and the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA®), is November 15-17 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Participants may register online at www.poolspapatio.com; early bird pricing runs through September 14.

The event brings together builders, service techs, retailers, and distributors. Thousands of members from the pool, spa, patio, decking, and outdoor living community attend PSP/Deck Expo to engage with the latest products…

BURLINGTON, N.C. (July 15, 2022) — Glen Raven, Inc. recently announced significantly reduced lead times for Sunbrella, with the majority of stock fabrics available to ship today. System enhancements and upgraded equipment resulting from the completed first phase of the company’s capacity expansion plan have helped significantly increase production of Sunbrella fabrics.

The initial phase of Glen Raven’s multi-phase expansion plan included new yarn spinning capabilities, new and upgraded weaving equipment and other capacity enhancements to support its customers and the increased demand for Sunbrella, Dickson® and other Glen Raven fabrics. Increased production has led to:
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HIGH POINT, N.C. – Ten manufacturers of outdoor home furnishings and accessories have been recognized for their outstanding product designs, the International Casual Furnishings Association announced today.

From among the 10 category winners in ICFA’s Design Excellence competition, two products will be selected for the Lilly Award for Outdoor Furniture and Outdoor Accents, and one product will be honored with the Lillian B. Winchester “Best of Show” Award. These honors will be announced at the ICFA Awards Gala on Wednesday, July 20 at the Aon Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier.

The Design Excellence category winners include:

• Chaise Lounge: Windward…

BALDWIN PARK, CA - Treasure Garden, award-winning designer and manufacturer of shade products and outdoor accessories, has introduced the Luna Pro for 2023. As the next generation of the popular Luna umbrella light, the Luna Pro is designed for multicolor illumination and sound technology with advanced features and Bluetooth® capability. 

“With the Luna Pro, our Treasure Garden designers have responded once again to the popularity of modern outdoor lighting and the creation of an enjoyable outdoor experience,” said Benjamin Ma, vice president, Treasure Garden. “Designed for the ultimate in illumination and entertainment, the Luna Pro will add convenience and…

HIGH POINT, N.C. - Z-Wovens® and SunbelievableTM recently added Penny Eudy to the team as director of Retail Sales. Penny comes to the companies from her position at La-Z-Boy as product manager of Upholstery & TLA. She brings 28 years of experience in many aspects of the industry including merchandising, marketing, product development, product buying, showroom design, sales training and management, as well as working with key furniture retail accounts.

Before her tenure at La-Z-Boy, Eudy held positions at Thomasville Home Furnishings as product manager of Stationary Upholstery, and at Klaussner Furniture as merchandising manager & showroom designer.

MIAMI – Pelican Reef Inc, DBA Rainbow Outdoor Furniture North America, a commercial grade Turkish outdoor furniture brand, has launched for the first time in the US following Europe and Asia. Rainbow Outdoor manufacturers poly-resin commercial-grade outdoor furniture incorporating innovative design, lasting quality, and value.

The resin and aluminum products have been designed and inspired by modern and lineal elements, applying only the finest gas injection machinery with 100% Polypropylene materials to produce lightweight, resistant, and contract functional styles. All items are CATAS-tested, and TSE-Tested with detailed reports and product spec sheets. The Rainbow products will survive the harshest…

SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Global textile manufacturer, Milliken & Company, has launched Milliken Outdoor Fabrics, the organization’s entrance into the outdoor performance fabrics market. The new line, premiering at Casual Market Chicago in July, marks the first time the 155-year-old manufacturer has supplied the outdoor furniture fabric market.

“Milliken has been successfully developing indoor residential and contract fabrics and partnering with large furniture OEMs in the contract and residential markets for more than 50 years. Our arrival to the outdoor fabric market is a natural extension to the innovation in performance fabrics our global team has been providing…

BARRIE, ON - Mike Tzimas, CPA, CA will become the new president of Napoleon, effective July 11, 2022. Tzimas succeeds Ron McArthur, who previously announced his intention to retire at the end of 2022.

Tzimas has most recently held the role of chief financial officer, Napoleon. He joined Napoleon in January of 2020 as vice president of finance. Tzimas was promoted to chief financial officer in January of 2021. Prior to joining Napoleon, Tzimas held senior finance and manufacturing roles within the auto industry. He will report to Co-CEO’s Chris Schroeter and Stephen Schroeter.

Mike brings a…