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Phifer to Unveil New Fabrics at IFAI 2016
Phifer Inc. will present its newest collection of sun-control and indoor/outdoor performance fabrics in booth 1805 at the IFAI Expo (the premier U.S. specialty-fabrics marketplace), October 19 through 21 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Bursting with color and oozing comfort and style, Phifer’s new stock-line additions in cushion and sling fabric…
Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens Launches redesigned Website
Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens has unveiled a newly redesigned website (www.danver.com) to meet the needs of design and building professionals, as well as consumers. The website includes new features and enhanced functionality intended to improve the visitor’s online experience.
Mitch Slater, president of Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens, says, “The…
David Collins Joins The Companion Group As a Sales Manager
The Companion Group hired David Collins as a sales manager. Collins is managing key retail accounts, including department stores and housewares retailers such as Macy’s and Crate & Barrel.
Sarah Farrar, sales director, says, “David has experience as a manufacturer and a buyer, so he has the benefit of…
Sunbrella brand Evolution Highlights Design and Performance
A new look and feel for the Sunbrella® brand that showcases the design appeal of the legendary performance fabric will launch globally, across all markets, this year. Hal Hunnicutt, vice president of marketing, says, “Textiles are an important ingredient in great product design. Sunbrella has evolved to combine our advanced…
ICFA recognizes Top retailers With Apollo Awards
Village Green (Rockford, Illinois) received the Apollo Award in the singlestore category, while ABSCO Fireplace and Patio (Birmingham and Pelham, Alabama) received the prestigious award in the multistore category. The Apollo Awards recognize retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings.
Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments and…










