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 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…

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…

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…

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…