Archive for 2013
Air Conditioning Chandler to hold You Cool
Make use of the air conditioning agencies to hold you is a/c running smooth.
Imagine on a warm sunny after noon, your air conditioner abruptly stops and denies to restart. What if it had happened on a weekend in the evening? What can you do except curse your luck. No you need not curse your luck. The service agents in air conditioning Chandler, who have been round since ages, have thought of a answer to such difficulties. All you have to do when your air conditioner donates problem, is choose up your phone and call your normal agency if you have one or gaze out in the snare for an agency closest to you.
benefits with the air conditioning Chandler agencies:
Most of the agencies are well established since a long time and skilled
They have agencies in other close by towns too
They are available 24/7 for services in air conditioning Chandler
They provide new appliances in installments charging reduced interest rates
Sales and services of all major emblems are supplied
Services of professionally taught employees while fixing, establishing, servicing.
fix the ventilation system leak if any. A lone leak could sway your power utilisation of the appliance. hold power inside command with the ventilation service fix.
They give you the choice to sign the annual upkeep service contract where you can save time, money and stress. The AMC encompasses 24 hours crisis service and 16 issue tune up twice a year. The 16 issues ascertain and fix encompasses
the filter,
warmth split,
thermostat procedure,
voltage and amperes of all engines,
defrost procedure,
disattachments of fuses,
examine wiring and squeezing electrical attachments
contactor and force controls
electric powered security circuits
blower and engine for dirt build up
bearings and lubricate all moving components
examine band and do adjustments if needed
examine the duct close and protected section
run and test scheme operation
document all essential fixes and
examine outdoor coil suggesting the clientele.
You can be assured of the best services from the air conditioning Chandler. They understand the necessity of the machine and therefore try to do their best to fix the identical day. The technicians furthermore recommendations, if inquired for, about how to conserve energy and reduce electrical energy utilisation and bills
Apart from air conditioners, these service agents furthermore aid with repairs and upkeep of air conditioning flats and furnaces, heat pumps, evaporative coolers and any other HVAC products.
Imagine on a warm sunny after noon, your air conditioner abruptly stops and denies to restart. What if it had happened on a weekend in the evening? What can you do except curse your luck. No you need not curse your luck. The service agents in air conditioning Chandler, who have been round since ages, have thought of a answer to such difficulties. All you have to do when your air conditioner donates problem, is choose up your phone and call your normal agency if you have one or gaze out in the snare for an agency closest to you.
benefits with the air conditioning Chandler agencies:
Most of the agencies are well established since a long time and skilled
They have agencies in other close by towns too
They are available 24/7 for services in air conditioning Chandler
They provide new appliances in installments charging reduced interest rates
Sales and services of all major emblems are supplied
Services of professionally taught employees while fixing, establishing, servicing.
fix the ventilation system leak if any. A lone leak could sway your power utilisation of the appliance. hold power inside command with the ventilation service fix.
They give you the choice to sign the annual upkeep service contract where you can save time, money and stress. The AMC encompasses 24 hours crisis service and 16 issue tune up twice a year. The 16 issues ascertain and fix encompasses
the filter,
warmth split,
thermostat procedure,
voltage and amperes of all engines,
defrost procedure,
disattachments of fuses,
examine wiring and squeezing electrical attachments
contactor and force controls
electric powered security circuits
blower and engine for dirt build up
bearings and lubricate all moving components
examine band and do adjustments if needed
examine the duct close and protected section
run and test scheme operation
document all essential fixes and
examine outdoor coil suggesting the clientele.
You can be assured of the best services from the air conditioning Chandler. They understand the necessity of the machine and therefore try to do their best to fix the identical day. The technicians furthermore recommendations, if inquired for, about how to conserve energy and reduce electrical energy utilisation and bills
Apart from air conditioners, these service agents furthermore aid with repairs and upkeep of air conditioning flats and furnaces, heat pumps, evaporative coolers and any other HVAC products.
Pride Family Brands Redesigns Spanish Bay Collection for 2014 Debut with Advanced Design Elements
The all new Spanish Bay Collection will debut within the 2014 introductions from Pride Family Brands with redesigned and intricately patterned woven aluminum seat backs and arms, dual seat cushioning and coordinating cast aluminum button seat back tufting. A popular collection, Spanish Bay holds enhanced luxury features that draw inspiration from classic styling.
“With the artistry and true craftsmanship that is found across all pieces in the new Spanish Bay Collection, retailers are recognizing again the beauty and unique design features it delivers,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands. “With the redesign, Spanish Bay is able to showcase the expert work of our skilled artisans in cast and woven aluminum and cushion tailoring.” The Spanish Bay Collection includes deep seating and dining with a unique multiple seat cushion design for extra comfort and support. All cushions are tailored for a perfect fit within the chair design. On all seating, the sides and backs are crafted of multi-size aluminum strips interwoven to create a dimensional diamond pattern. Matching cast aluminum buttons accent each back cushion.
The Spanish Bay collection, as well as the entire slate of new introductions from Pride Family Brands received a positive response from retailers following the recent Casual Preview Market.
“For Arizona, we love the scale and the detail in the woven back and sides found in Spanish Bay,” said Chad Scheinerman, CEO, Today’s Patio, Scottsdale, Az.. “We think it will be a collection that will set itself apart from everything else on our floor.” Scheinerman also noted with regard to Pride’s new showroom and marketing materials, “As always, I was impressed how Pride Family Brands is prepared with all their new collections and sales materials. We know when we enter their showroom, that we are seeing final product and are able to begin making decisions prior to leaving the market.”
The Spanish Bay Collection will debut within Pride Family Brands’ new showroom #1576 at the Chicago, Ill. Merchandise Mart during the International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market being held September 17-20, 2013.
For more information about Pride Family Brands and their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.com or contact 954-735-9800
Pride Family Brands Reports Strong Preview Market Retailer Response To Collections and Marketing Support
Pride Family Brands announces a strong retailer reaction to its 2014 collections and marketing programs at the conclusion of the recent Casual Furnishings Preview Market. Within its newly opened showroom on the 15th floor of the Chicago Merchandise Mart, Pride Family Brands hosted a record number of casual furnishings retailers that collectively provided positive feedback to products, programs and individual outdoor trends presented during the three day market.
"A great deal of time, energy and hard work over the past year has gone into creating the products for the markets and when our efforts are met with such positive response as was the case at the Preview Market, it is gratifying to everyone in our organization,” Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. “Meeting design as well as marketing demands of our retailers is our primary goal as they are the reason for all we do from product development to quality construction and customer service.”Standouts recognized within the new product introductions included the English Garden Collection that represents the overall craftsmanship of intricate casting and woven aluminum for which Pride has become known. Within the collection’s deep seating units, retailers responded positively to the focus on all curved seating and the all-crescent sofa and love seat selections. The Dumont Collection also received high marks for its integrated design with contemporary and vintage elements. Retailers acknowledged the luxury appeal of the Pride collections and responded to the variety of looks on display this market.
"This year, as with every year, Pride had really unique designs that work,” said Garrett Wallace, merchandising manager, Yard Art Patio and Fireplace, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Texas. “We really liked English Garden at this show. We have seen this Victorian style design in indoor, but this is the first time we have found a true representation of this style for outdoor.” Wallace also was impressed with the new Chateau Collection as well as the new embroidered pillows. He also notes continued appreciation of Pride’s attention to detail. “The cast buttons, although introduced last year, continue to provide added value and enhance the overall look of the furniture.”
Visitors to the Pride showroom were met with five complete collections and nearly 100 individual new items from furnishings to accessories. “Those retailers that took advantage of the Preview Market will be ahead of the game,” Lowsky said. All introductions were conceived, developed and constructed over a year-long process that began following the 2012 Casual Market in order to be on display for retailers ready to begin making selections.
For more information about Pride Family Brands and their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.com or contact 954-735-9800.
The Rug Market America Announces Made To Order Program and Expanded Maison Collection Stock Program
Los Angeles, CA – July 25, 2013 –The Rug Market America, contemporary interior and exterior rug designer and manufacturer, announces the recent introduction of a multi-collection Made To Order program as well as an expansion of its stocking program from its popular interior wool/silk Maison line.
“This season, we have not only introduced a considerable number of new looks for our retailers; but have also expanded on programs to offer better sales support and options to benefit our retail partners,” said Mike Shabtai, founder and owner, The Rug Market America. “With the Made-To-Order and expanded Stock programs, we are able to be more responsive to our retailers’ requests and provide easy availability of many of our top selling designs.”
The Made-To-Order program is designed to provide specifiers, designers, architects and the specialty and hospitality market with rugs made to their exact desired size or color way. “As this program has rolled out, it is receiving a tremendously positive response,” Shabtai said. “Designers can choose from our designs yet with the option of making each perfectly fit the customer’s décor in size or color selections.” Made-To-Order rugs are delivered within 90 days from order date. 
Over 25 new designs have been added to The Rug Market America’s Maison Collection of stocking rug designs woven of wool and silk. Each is stocked for quick shipment to retailers nationwide. The stock program currently includes over 150 selections many of which are current introductions. “Our stocking program is built to allow our retailers to enjoy the quick shipping while at the same time providing their customers the latest designs,” Shabtai said.
Included within the over two dozen new designs are the “Koi Fish” and the “Niigata Red.” The Koi Fish includes a pool like view of cool shades of blue water with colorful Koi swimming around. Bright rose and soft coral are featured in an intricate swirling pattern within the Niigata Red.
For more information about The Rug Market America, and their lines of interior and exterior rugs, contact: info@therugmarket.comor visit therugmarket.com.
POLY-WOOD, Inc. Introduces Modern Styling In Dining and Lounge Seating with the Bayline™ Collection for 2014
Syracuse, Ind., July 25, 2013 -- POLY-WOOD, Inc., manufacturer of sustainable casual furniture, announces the introduction of its latest collection of dining and lounge seating, the Bayline™ Collection. Crafted to incorporate modern styling, the Bayline™ Collection features a slender contemporary profile crafted of weather-resistant aluminum complemented by a large selection of durable sling fabric options.
“With the Bayline™ Collection, POLY-WOOD, Inc. has expanded our casual furnishing designs to provide our retail partners with more options in construction as well as styling,” said Mark Phillabaum, co-founder, POLY-WOOD, Inc., Syracuse, Ind. “The aluminum frames and quick drying sling fabrics are just the beginning of the Bayline™ story as each unit features a contemporary yet tailored design all built to withstand the elements.”The Bayline™ Collection includes side and arm chair styles in three height specifications for dining, counter and bar applications. Four frame color options are available in select textured or satin finishes. The arm details are offered in POLY-WOOD, Inc.’s Plastique™ or SOLID™. The collection also includes a chaise lounge that is designed to fold completely flat for ease of stacking. All seating units are available individually in pre-determined finish, fabric and feature choices.
The POLY-WOOD, Inc design team also has developed within the Bayline™ Collection featured sets by incorporating the seating units with two styles of dining tables. “By utilizing combinations of arm and side chairs and configurations for four and six seats, the featured sets are pre-designed to easily accommodate a consumer’s outdoor space layout,” Phillabaum said. “In this manner, we aid our retailers in designing a usage plan that not only delivers the lasting looks, but multiple proven selling options.” Tables within the featured sets include the popular Euro and MOD styles. Since 1990, POLY-WOOD, Inc. has been known for its commitment to working to furnish the outdoors with products designed for sustainability and performance to enhance the living style of future generations.
Pride Family Brands Culminates Year-Long Process with Introduction of Multiple Collections, Enhanced Marketing Materials and Showroom Redesign for 2013 Casual Markets
During the 2013 Casual Furnishings Markets in July and September, attendees in Pride Family Brands’ showroom, 1576-Merchandise Mart, will experience the unveiling of the results of a process begun nearly one year ago. Within a totally relocated, redesigned and accessorized showroom, Pride Family Brands, award-winning designer and manufacturer of luxury cast aluminum outdoor furniture, will display a total of five new collections and hundreds of innovative products. Enhanced marketing materials, also the result of months of concentrated work, will be presented to its retail partners by the luxury manufacturer.
“This year, Pride Family Brands spent significant time and resources throughout the year to provide an amazing showroom, product line and marketing tools unlike anything else in the market,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands. “Retailers attending the Preview Market will be met with the results of a design, manufacturing and marketing process that began following last year’s market and culminates with the presentation of a luxury casual vision from Pride.” Since October
of 2012, Pride Family Brands has undertaken a total relocation and revamp of its showroom within the Merchandise Mart, designed five new diverse collections representing a tremendous number of innovative skus and ground-breaking marketing materials. 
The new collections to be unveiled at the upcoming markets highlight luxury looks with an integration of multiple design styles and motifs. The Telluride Collection, inspired by a combination of natural southwestern influences and popular classical elements, is among Pride’s latest designs. Regal grandeur and romance are exhibited in Pride’s English Garden Collection. Based on the inspiration of luxury homes of Europe, The Chateau Collection will debut with traditional features incorporating classic lines, crowning yet casual elements. Delivering high end retro styling, Pride’s Enzo Collection features vintage inspired shapes, curves and flowing elements. The Dumont, which is proving to be a collection without peer, offers a surprising juxtaposition of strong contemporary lines in contrast with vintage woven aluminum details
“We have spent the time since the last market working to create what we feel are designs and marketing tools that will again position our company and the industry we continue to represent as leaders in the world of design,” said Lowsky.
Also to be presented during the market are the latest marketing materials and promotional programs for Pride Family Brands’ retail partners. The marketing materials are a part of the manufacturer’s recent association with a national design and marketing firm, Angstrom Graphics, which Pride Family Brands tapped for printed materials, photography, and interactive marketing. All new photography and literature will be unveiled featuring interactive components to provide product engagement. Catalogs will include embedded QR coding to activate videos for product features and how-to’s. A co-sponsorship consumer advertising campaign will also be introduced to retailers.The Collections and materials will be on display at Pride Family Brands’ new showroom #1576 at the Chicago, Ill. Merchandise Mart during the ICFA Preview Market, July 16-18, 2013 as well as during the International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market being held September 17-20, 2013.
For more information about Pride Family Brands and their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.com or contact 954-735-9800.
Telluride Collection Debuts From Pride Family Brands for 2014 Inspired by A Combination of Enhanced Design Elements
Among the introductions for 2014 from Pride Family Brands, manufacturer of luxury cast aluminum outdoor furniture, will be the Telluride Collection. Inspired by a combination of natural southwestern influences and popular classical elements from Pride’s award-winning design archives, Telluride delivers a fresh take on luxury outdoor living.
“Each season, Pride Family Brands is proud to introduce several original design collections providing a variety of style options for our customers,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands. “With the success of our Monterey Collection this past season, our designers looked to create another collection that could be at home anywhere. The result was Telluride and its combination of popular elements into a single winning luxury look.” Intricate curving supports, clean open backs and hammered-style arms are combined to create Telluride’s unique design. With a combination of intricate cast and extruded aluminum details, the Telluride Collection’s artistry is replicated across deep seating and dining applications. “Telluride will prove to be a collection to which our retailers will be drawn due to its ability to complement multiple décor preferences,” said Lowsky.
The Telluride Collection will debut within Pride Family Brands’ new showroom #1576 at the Chicago, Ill. Merchandise Mart during the ICFA Preview Market, July 16-18, 2013 and at the International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market being held September 17-20, 2013.
For more information about Pride Family Brands and their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.com or contact 954-735-9800.
Unique Outdoor Design With Circular Elements Introduced in Enzo Collection from Pride Family Brands for 2014
July 3, 2013 – Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. – As an award-winning design innovator, Pride Family Brands, manufacturer of luxury cast aluminum outdoor furniture, delivers high end retro styling with the exciting introduction of its Enzo Collection for 2014. Vintage inspired shapes, curves and flowing elements have been incorporated into the Enzo Collection’s trend-setting design.
“The Enzo Collection is the result of the creative expertise of our design team and their drive to deliver each season collections that are truly original,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands. “Through the combination of vintage shapes with a luxury appeal, the Enzo Collection also is a platform for showcasing the artistry and handcrafted beauty that our customers expect from our furnishings.”
Intersecting circular elements appear to float across the back of seating pieces within the Enzo Collection. The overall appeal is found in a fresh and yet timeless styling for outdoor décor that is present throughout the collection. As luxury outdoor spaces are no longer defined by a single furnishing style, The Enzo Collection and its unique motif is a perfect complement for classic to contemporary styling. One of a kind décor can be created by the collection’s ability to fit anywhere with soft contours and expert tailoring, rich finishes and lasting beauty.
The Enzo Collection will debut within Pride Family Brands’ new showroom #1576 at the Chicago, Ill. Merchandise Mart during the ICFA Preview Market, July 16-18, 2013 and at the International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market being held September 17-20, 2013.
For more information about Pride Family Brands and their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.com or contact 954-735-9800.
The Rug Market America To Debut In Atlanta The Nurture Imagination Collection Of Baby and Youth Rugs
The Rug Market America, fashion and on-trend rug manufacturer, will debut its Nurture Imagination Collection of baby and youth rugs during the July 2013 Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings and International Rug Market. The Nurture Imagination Collection rugs are designed to also coordinate with a line of bedding and other children’s products already marketed under the Nurture Imagination brand.
“Our design team and its years of design experience has resulted in an attractive and fun Nurture Imagination collection of rugs that we are excited about introducing this season,” said Mike Shabtai, president, The Rug Market America and Nurture Imagination. “We have been in the children’s business for many years and have designed best-selling products in everything from baby home accessories to bedding and nursery décor.”
The Nurture Imagination bedding and accessory collection already has been well received by major retailers. In July, the combined collections will be on display for buyers in The Rug Market America’s Atlanta showroom B-8 in Building 1, Floor 12.
Over two dozen rugs are within The Rug Market America’s Nurture Imagination baby and youth rug collection. Each design features innovative constructions and is available in multiple sizes. Within the collection are such unique designs as “Birds on a Wire” with colorful feathered friends collecting across the bordered rug for an imagined “online” conversation. In the “Count Off,” large, yet soft, borders are used to surround floating tone-on-tone numeral art for a fun floor covering that can also teach. “First Friends” features whimsical animals living peaceably in a bright green paradise. Suggested retails for Nurture Collection rugs: $99 for 3’ x 5’ and $199 for 5’ x 8’. Sizes are approximate.
For more information about The Nurture Imagination Collection of rugs and bedding from The Rug Market America or The Rug Market America’s complete lines of interior and exterior rugs, contact: info@therugmarket.com or visit www.therugmarket.com.
New Dumont Collection From Pride Family Brands Defines Its Own Style With A Design Pairing of Vintage and Contemporary
With the Dumont Collection, the award-winning designers at Pride Family Brands have created another collection without peer. In a surprising juxtaposition of design elements, Dumont features strong contemporary lines in contrast with a vintage oversized, woven aluminum construction. The linear extruded aluminum borders and gently curving weave come together harmoniously to create a unique design at home across deep seating, dining and accessory pieces within this introductory collection.
The Dumont Collection taps into the current trend of design integration with incorporating vintage and modern style elements in the same silhouette. Each piece exhibits the attention to details for which Pride Family Brands is known. From exposed rivets to intricate cast buttons and feet to curving cushion supports, each element is designed and constructed with care.
“With the introduction of the Dumont Collection, our customers will discover another design-driven collection that welcomes customization through our signature hand painted finishes and tailored cushioning,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. “This collection is able to respond to the homeowner desiring one of a kind luxury yet with fresh and eye-catching outdoor style.”
The Dumont Collection will debut within Pride Family Brands’ new showroom #1576 at the Chicago, Ill. Merchandise Mart during the ICFA Preview Market, July 16-18, 2013 and at the International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market being held September 17-20, 2013.
For more information about Pride Family Brands and their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.com or contact 954-735-9800.
Pride Family Brands Announces Debut of English Garden Collection at Upcoming ICFA Preview and Casual Furniture Markets in Chicago
Inspired by grandeur and romance, the English Garden Collection from Castelle® by Pride Family Brands will debut with deep seating and dining designs a t the upcoming International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) preview and casual furniture markets this July and September 2013 respectively. Pride Family Brands’ award-winning designers have created the English Garden Collection to highlight a combination of the outdoor furnishings manufacturer’s signature luxury styling and custom detailing.Incorporated into the pieces of the English Garden Collection is an overall hand woven aluminum motif punctuated with cast aluminum embellishments. Over its thirty-plus years as a leading casual furnishings and accessories designer and manufacturer, Pride Family Brands has established Castelle® as the premier brand for luxury outdoor décor. English Garden joins the other collections within this brand in the Romance styles category.
“Each season, our design team responds to what is capturing the attention of our high end retailers and their consumers,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. “In English Garden, we have delivered a collection that represents elements of true works of art from the hand painted woven aluminum to the fine cast buttons. This collection is crafted to make a statement about the homeowner’s sense of style and desire to provide family and guests with a luxury relaxation experience.”
The English Garden Collection will debut within Pride Family Brands’ new showroom #1576 at the Chicago, Ill. Merchandise Mart during the ICFA Preview Market, July 16-18, 2013 and at the International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market being held September 17-20, 2013.
For more information about Pride Family Brands and their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.comor contact 954-735-9800.
Palm Springs Rattan® Launches Decorative Outdoor Lighting Collection
Palm Springs Rattan® has launched a diverse collection of decorative lighting built for use in the outdoors. With detailed construction and weather resistant shades, the Palm Springs Rattan Outdoor Lighting is already creating high consumer response.
(Largo, FL, June 10, 2013) Palm Springs Rattan®, wholesale manufacturer and distributor of quality indoor-outdoor furnishings and accessories, announces the launch of its line of decorative outdoor lighting. Each of the new designs in the collection is constructed & engineered according to the ETL certification for outdoor use. Intricately molded resin designs and fabric shades also are crafted with non-rusting stainless steel frames for lasting weather resistance and outdoor durability.“Extending the use of outdoor spaces is a growing trend and design objective across outdoor living products today,” said Tami Newton, sales manager, Palm Springs Rattan, Largo, Fla. “ Our fun and functional lighting creates an atmosphere for relaxation and enjoyment that will last beyond sundown.”
The initial lighting launch will include eight designs including table and floor models. Egrets, herons, pelicans and assorted casual resort design motifs highlighted within the collection are already drawing consumer attention from early retail placements. “These nature inspired lighting designs are being recognized for their elegance with just the right touch of whimsy,” said Newton. “We have heard that the Egret and the Pelican are difficult for retailers to keep in stock.”
With the addition of the outdoor lighting collection, Palm Springs Rattan again exhibits its commitment to deliver everything to furnish the interior and exterior outdoor room – holding true to being One Source with All Your Needs. “The lamps are not only attractive; they also provide sales benefit to our retailers,” said Newton. “Through very basic display materials, our retailers are able to exhibit dozens of lamps in a limited area enhancing their sales per square footage ratio.”
For more information about Palm Springs Rattan®, visit www.palmspringsrattan.com or contact Tami Newton at sales@palmspringsrattan.com.
SHADEMAKER ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF POLARIS TO CONTRACT UMBRELLA LINE
May 15, 2013 – Baldwin Park, CA --For 2013, Shademaker, the premier line of umbrellas for restaurants, resorts, country clubs and high end residential designers, announces the addition of the newest design, the Polaris. The Polaris will offer advanced functionality in a square 13 foot (4.0 M) side post model.
“The Polaris is ideal for high end residential applications as well as resorts where large shade is desired,” said Jeff B. Dorough, vice president, sales and marketing, Shademaker USA, Baldwin Park, Calif. “With the 360 degree rotation, Polaris is able to provide shade for multiple outdoor areas from dining to poolside.”
The Polaris provides a full 13’ (4.0M) square shade expanse. The side post umbrella’s capabilities include full rotation from a single non-obstructive installation point providing 169 square feet of shade. The umbrella mast retracts when use is not desired. An easy trigger lock system has been engineered by Shademaker for tilting and creation of multiple shade options. The Polaris features a superior silver anodized aluminum finish that is favored for commercial applications due to greater durability and resistance to tarnishing, scratching or corrosion. Each Polaris unit is built with the Shademaker heavy duty mast and rib wall thickness.
“Trending in contract shade products is the use of multiple units to create cozy outdoor environments as well as non-obstructing installations,” said Dorough. “With the Polaris, both of these trends were taken into consideration.” As a square umbrella design, the Polaris is able to be grouped to create a roof over multiple dining or leisure areas. While eliminating barriers to outdoor room planning and patron flow, the side post design of Shademaker’s Polaris was developed to mount in concrete or in ground.
The Polaris from Shademaker will be on display at the 2013 HD Expo at Booth #1635 in Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV as well as NeoCon, Showroom #1655, Merchandise Mart, Chicago, Ill.
John T. Unger Studio’s Sculptural Firebowls Heating Up 2013 Hospitality Design Expo in Las Vegas
Sculptor John T. Unger, in conjunction with Frontera Furniture Company, will be displaying his renowned Great Bowl O' Fire Sculptural Firebowl at the May 2013 Hospitality Design Expo at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. This will be the first time that the firebowls have been shown at HDExpo.
Unger's line of Sculptural Firebowls have been commissioned by world class hospitality properties including RumFire, Waikiki; SouthWest Porch, Bryant Park, NYC; The Canyons Resort in Park City, UT and dozens more. Frankford Hall, a Philadelphia, PA, biergarten found that Unger's Big Bowl O' Zen design drove thousands of sales of s'more kits. “We were seeing such tremendous draw for s’mores, we decided to add a second firebowl, then a third” said Greg Root, Frankford Hall General Manager. Restaurant patrons enjoy the firebowls' warmth and social atmosphere while also creating a fun treat.
Participants of the Expo will have the opportunity to view and order The Great Bowl O' Fire at Booth 2171 during the May 15-17 Expo. Unger's other Sculptural Firebowl designs will also be available for order from Frontera, and can be viewed in oversized catalogs.
John T. Unger handcrafts his art from 100% recycled, American made steel. "If my job as an artist is to fill the world with 'more things,'" said Unger, "I feel it is equally important that I reclaim materials from the waste stream to make space for my work."
The durability of the steel incorporated into the firebowl designs delivers long outdoor life as well as low maintenance; a welcome feature for public locations. Sculptural Firebowls carry a Dynasty Guarantee. "I design for permanence," said Unger. "My firebowls will last for generations, not just a single lifetime." His designs can be used with wood fires or can be converted to propane or natural gas with simple, drop-in conversion kits.
The fire bowl designs lend themselves to creativity in installation as well. Adorning walls and water features, the combination of earth elements offers a striking image and a sought-after entertainment component for contract facilities.
For more information about John T. Unger Studio and the line of firebowls, visit www.johntunger.com, call 231.584.2710 or follow on https://twitter.com/johntunger.
Palm Springs Rattan® Launches Retailer-Based Interactive Custom Replacement Cushion Program
Largo, FL, - (May 7, 2013) Quality indoor and outdoor wicker and rattan manufacturer, Palm Springs Rattan®, announces the launch of Perfect Fit®, an interactive custom replacement cushion design and order program available to casual furnishing retailers. Perfect Fit®, which is a proprietary program that can be emailed or installed via a disc at the retail level, enables consumers to custom order replacement cushions through an easy to follow guide. Cushions are designed to customer specification and then ordered via email or fax to Palm Spring Rattan’s facility in Florida for production.
"Our decision to offer Perfect Fit® was in response to retailer requests for a reliable source and easy to manage program for quality replacement cushions,” said Tami Newton, Sales Manager of Palm Springs Rattan and Garden Classics. "The program has been received positively not only by consumers due to the easy online functionality, but also by retailers that have found it to be a tremendous source for the generation of additional revenue."
Twelve cushion designs are available in the program including sling pads, bench, dining and deep seating cushions. Additional options addressed within the program include fabric, seam style, welting, and thickness. As a proprietary program, interested retailers can acquire the Perfect Fit® program through contacting a Palm Springs Rattan sales representative. The program is designed to be further customized to specifications of participating retailers with order forms built to include store contact information and logos as well as applicable pricing with desired margins.
For more information about Palm Springs Rattan and the Perfect Fit® replacement cushion program, visit www.palmspringsrattan.com or contact Tami Newton at sales@palmspringsrattan.com.
Pride Family Brands Engages Hollywood, Fla. Based Angstrom Graphics for Advertising and Branding Services
Angstrom Graphics of Hollywood, Fla. has been tapped by Pride Family Brands for creative services including advertising design, catalog photography and brand campaign development.
Fort Lauderdale, Fl. - April 29, 2013 - Pride Family Brands announces that Angstrom Graphics of Hollywood, Fla. has been engaged to provide creative services for the current two-time winner of the Manufacturer of the Year for Luxury Aluminum Casual Furnishings. Angstrom Graphics, under the direction of David Angstrom, is a full service graphics solution provider that utilizes the latest in creative and digital technologies.
“We feel the Angstrom Graphics group offers the desired creative expertise to maximize the impact of our marketing materials and overall brand messaging,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. “We look to the association to enhance the visual promotion of our products and our company with their creative direction. All is designed to ultimately benefit our retail partners as they market our products to consumers.”
Angstrom Graphics will be charged with the creation of advertising designs for Pride Family Brands’ co-sponsored consumer advertising campaign as well as photography for marketing materials and brand campaign development. A multiple-generation owned firm located in Hollywood, Fl., Angstrom is recognized for providing creative and printing services to trade and consumer focused clients including AmericasMart and Avon.
“We are excited to become a part of the marketing team for Pride Family Brands and incorporate our experience in delivering creative solutions to highlight their products within the casual furnishings industry as well as the consumer marketplace,” said David Angstrom, Angstrom Graphics, Hollywood, Fl. “Our team looks forward to adding a fresh point of view to photography and ad design while continuing to build upon and acknowledge the position held by this award winning manufacturer and its brands.”
For more information about Pride Family Brands’ distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.com or contact 954-735-9800.
The Rug Market America Debuts Collections Highlighting Trending Themes from Vogue to Nautical to Contemporary Vintage at the 2013 Spring High Point Market
The Rug Market America, contemporary interior and exterior rug designer and manufacturer, announces the debut during the Spring 2013 High Point Market of collections capturing trends in fashion and today’s living styles. Within the over 100 new introductions from the Ecconox line, designs include color blocked oversized checks, sailing motifs and vintage inspired graphics. A direct mail campaign of a series of individually themed postcards will be used within the pre-show marketing for the collections’ debut.
“The design philosophy of the Rug Market America has always been fashion oriented and is a perfect fit for the Fashion theme being created for this spring’s High Point Market,” said Mike Shabtai, founder and owner of The Rug Market America. “We are proud of the work our designers have done to deliver multiple collections with such topical, trend setting and inspired direction. We are confident that, once again, our retailers and those new to our collections will not be disappointed.”
The Vogue Collection incorporates strong color blocked checker rug design in multiple colors and check sizes for a retro fashion look. Ropes and sails are among the designs that will fill floor coverings in the Nautical collection. The red, white and blue palette creates an Americana appeal to this fashion statement. The Contemporary Vintage Collection is designed for homeowners looking for a rug design that infuses vintage designs for environments with a contemporary and eclectic narrative.
For more information about The Rug Market America, and their lines of interior and exterior rugs, contact: info@therugmarket.comor visit therugmarket.com.
Pride Family Brands Launches Co-Sponsored Consumer Advertising Campaign Showcasing Retailer Partnering Efforts for 2013
Pride Family Brands, current two-time winner of the Manufacturer of the Year for Luxury Aluminum Casual Furnishings, announces the 2013 launch of a co-sponsored consumer advertising campaign. This marketing program is being undertaken in an effort to promote the Castelle brand and assist retail partners in regional promotion to the consumer marketplace. Pride Family Brands is utilizing Sandow Media’s Luxe Magazine for the initial launch of the program.
“Pride Family Brands has long placed considerable emphasis on the design, production and marketing of our luxury products as evidenced with our numerous awards and recognition,” said Steve Lowsky, president, Pride Family Brands, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. “Future efforts within our marketing paradigm include additional brand promotion on the corporate level as well as in conjunction with our retailers.” Over the past year, Pride Family Brands also has launched retailer focused marketing tools to engage consumers throughout the product selection and sales process. This included a high level upgrade to the Pride Family Brands website to allow better interaction between consumers and retailers. The campaign, which will launch within Spring and Summer editions, will feature a series of full page advertisements running regionally in the high-end shelter publication, Luxe Magazine. Targeted markets include Southern Florida, Arizona, Houston, Dallas, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The campaign will feature the Castelle brand with cooperative participation from retailers in the selected markets. The campaign, entitled “Luxury Outdoor Living,” will focus on Pride’s luxury products and provide full location and contact information for each of the participating retailers. The program is open to all qualifying Castelle specialty retailers.
“We are committed to promoting our luxury outdoor living message and Castelle as the premier brand,” said Lowsky. “This campaign gives us the opportunity to enhance these efforts and partner with local retailers to continue this messaging at the consumer level.” Future plans for the program include expansion into additional advertising venues and markets.
For more information about Pride Family Brands’ consumer advertising program or their distinguished lines of casual furniture visit www.pridefamilybrands.comor contact 855.612.9800.
Shademaker Teams Up To Exhibit In Multi-Line Outdoor Venue during April High Point Market
Shademaker, the premier line of shade for the finest restaurants, resorts, and country clubs around the world, will exhibit for the first time in April at the High Point Market in a shared venue with multiple outdoor contract/hospitality product manufacturers.
Baldwin Park, CA – March 28, 2013 —Shademaker, designer and manufacturer of luxury contract/hospitality shade products, announces that it will exhibit at the High Point Market at the Alamo Courtyard, 317 South Hamilton. Shademaker will be exhibiting its entire line of architectural shade styles with a few of the finest brands in outdoor contract furnishings. The show will take place on April 20th, and conclude on April 25th.“We are interested in participating in this Show as we see the High Point Market growing in popularity with buyers in the architectural, design and contract categories exploring high design, high quality outdoor products,” said Jeff B. Dorough, vice president, sales and marketing, Shademaker, Baldwin Park, CA. “With the Market placing more emphasis on promoting the Outdoor Room concept, Shademaker is able to take advantage of our collective marketing efforts to reach a larger audience in an economical manner.”
Joining Shademaker at the 317 South Hamilton location will be - Padma’s Plantation of W. Chicago, IL, Anacara of Stamford, CT, and Koverton, City of Industry, CA. “The shared exhibit space provides a tremendous draw through the creation of a destination outdoor Showroom,” said Dorough. “The size and scope of the venue is well suited for displaying Shademakers’ lines of large umbrellas and commercial shade products in the expansive Courtyard of nearly 7,500 square feet of space.” The Alamo Building is located within one block of the International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC) on S. Hamilton Street.
For more information about the exhibitors, go to - www.shademakerusa.com;
élan furnitureTM launches high design interior furnishings collection in collaboration with award winning Chicago designer, Dale Fahnstrom
March 27, 2013 – Goshen, Ind. -- élan furnitureTM, a high design furniture manufacturer headquartered in Goshen, Ind., announces the launch of The Bridge Collection, its latest American made furnishing line. The contemporary collection, including indoor dining tables and seating, is a collaboration between élanTM and award winning designer and former director of the Institute of Design, Chicago, Ill., Dale Fahnstrom. The Bridge Collection features relational design between natural materials and industrial elements crafted with contemporary styling.
élan furnitureTM, was founded by Chad Yordy, a veteran of the home and outdoor furnishings industry. “Our association with Dale and his design portfolio had a very casual beginning starting with a phone call that now has resulted in an amazing collection perfectly matched to our company’s objectives,” said Yordy. “With the collection, we were able to tap into Dale’s keen awareness of the relationship between beautiful lines and environmentally friendly materials and best manufacturing practices. A lightness yet strength is incorporated into each piece in the collection.”Manufactured in élan’s Wakarusa, Indiana facility, the dining and lounge seating pieces in the collection include back and seat elements of formed maple veneer and structural frames precision crafted from architectural aluminum extrusions. Durable for residential or commercial use, the materials utilized within The Bridge Collection are sourced in the U.S.
Fahnstrom, principal of Dale Fahnstrom Product Design and partner in the consulting firm of Fahnstrom/White, has won numerous design awards nationally and internationally for his product designs. His interest in designing environmentally responsible products includes his RecycleDesignTM line of outdoor public seating and site amenities from which a bench was selected for the Design Museum, London. “The desire to create a collection incorporating my design and philosophical style to furnishings with residential and commercial appeal drew me to this project,” said Fahnstrom. “I saw the high design direction of Chad and his company as reflective of work I had been doing and a great fit with my desire to deliver my design esthetic and expertise to a new marketplace.”
Items within The Bridge Collection will be available for delivery in Spring 2013 with lounge seating coming in the Fall. For more information about élan furnitureTM and The Bridge Collection by Dale Fahnstrom, visit www.elanfurniturecorp.com or call 877.442.0278.
Treasure Garden To Add High Point Market To 2013 Trade Show Schedule With Exhibit On Second Floor of Showplace
Baldwin Park, CA – March 19, 2013 -- For Spring 2013, Treasure Garden, award-winning manufacturer of outdoor shade and accessory products, will exhibit at the bi-annual High Point Market April 20-25, 2013. Treasure Garden products will be on display at Showplace 2600.
“Treasure Garden’s decision to add High Point Market to our trade show schedule was motivated by the growth we are seeing in traditional furniture retailers adding outdoor products to their stores,” Jeff B. Dorough, vice president, sales and marketing, Treasure Garden, Baldwin Park, Calif. “As the High Point Market is aware of this trend and promoting the category to their large number of national and international buyers, we see it as a beneficial platform for our products.”
With the decision to secure space within the multi-level Showplace building, Treasure Garden also will be able to capitalize upon the large number of outdoor manufactures already showing within the building’s temporary spaces.
“Our investment in our multiple trade show efforts within the past three years including the redesign of our permanent showroom in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart, has been a part of our overall company goal to tap into new and diverse markets,” said Margaret Chang, C.O.O., Treasure Garden. “With the addition of The High Point Market, we are exposing our products to another growing segment of outdoor consumers.”
Treasure Garden will promote their debut at the Market via publicity, direct mail and online and social media. For more information, visit www.treasuregarden.com, or email info@treasuregarden.com.
KKGM.AM Announces Launch of Southern Gospel Format To Serve Northern Texas, Dallas – Ft. Worth Metroplex
Dallas, Texas -- KKGM, AM 1630
announces the launch of a new Southern Gospel format to serve the Northern Texas broadcast area with 24 hour inspirational music, personalities and content. KKGM, broadcasting at AM 1630, will offer listeners a format of spiritual classics and blue grass gospel as well as regional collegiate and minor-league sports programming. KKGM is owned and operated by Mortenson Broadcasting Company, headquartered in Lexington, Ky., a leader in gospel and Christian teaching and talk radio properties.
announces the launch of a new Southern Gospel format to serve the Northern Texas broadcast area with 24 hour inspirational music, personalities and content. KKGM, broadcasting at AM 1630, will offer listeners a format of spiritual classics and blue grass gospel as well as regional collegiate and minor-league sports programming. KKGM is owned and operated by Mortenson Broadcasting Company, headquartered in Lexington, Ky., a leader in gospel and Christian teaching and talk radio properties. “Our message, ‘A place you can go to for hope,’ encapsulates the hope-filled programming planned for the new KKGM,” said Dion Mortenson, KKGM-AM station manager and vice president of Mortenson Broadcasting Company. “We remain dedicated to offering a biblically-based world view though our individual broadcasting formats and taking a stand for family and faith through music and programming selections. The launch of the Southern Gospel format for KKGM is in keeping with our commitment to this mission and this market.”
In addition to the new Southern Gospel line up of programs, KKGM will continue to carry its popular sports programming including Oklahoma Sooner Football and Texas A & M basketball.
With a target audience of 35 -70 years of age, the Southern Gospel format of spiritually focused personalities and content has proven successful in other markets for the Mortenson group. KKGM programming includes many popular spiritual icons including Bill Gaither’s Homecoming Radio.
Broadcasting at 10,000 watts (daytime), KKGM is positioned to cover the entire Dallas-Ft. Worth marketplace. “Entities targeting this demographic and its valuable purchasing power will be well served with the potential KKGM offers,” said Mortenson. “Although our music and programming is of a religious nature, KKGM planned as a personality station that is a fun listen. We pride ourselves also in being a station the entire family can enjoy.” KKGM is available via a live stream on KKGMAM.com.
Mortenson Broadcasting Company has owned and operated over 40 radio stations through the United States since it began operations. For more information about KKGM – 1630AM, call 214.337.5700 or visit www.kkgmam.com.
