Archive for November, 2009
November 30th, 2009 at 07:00am
Under Furniture News
The ISPA reports that this years Industry Conference and Exhibition has surpassed the expectations. The event attracted over 220 mattress manufacturers, suppliers and retailers for the two days of networking and educational experiences.
Don Wright, ISPA Chair, presided over the conference which acknowledged the immense difficulties that the industry has been experiencing with the current economic slump. Educational sessions were offered on several important topics. And, attendees were instructed how to use social media sites among other things.
Attendees were also given the chance to express the thoughts on the services and programs that are offered by the ISPA. The International Sleep Products Association was established in 1915 and is dedicated to enhancing the growth, stature and profitability of the matress industry.
By slone
November 29th, 2009 at 07:17am
Under Computer Stations
The medical laptop wall mounted cabinet is the ideal choice for any clean room environment, hospitals, medical facilities or clinics. It provides a complete point of care solution for quick and easy access to a laptop. The unit has three compartments that lock individually to secure medical supplies or medications.
The laptop platform conveniently folds up and down, so that when it’s not in use it needs even less space. And, the laptop is secured with four brackets that are adjustable to adapt to any laptop, electronic medical records device or notebook.
The sturdy unit is made of 14 gauge steel with grade 5 hardware. It has a DuPont high temperature powder coat that provides an ultra scratch proof surface. And, the welds are carefully inspected and guaranteed by Versa’s quality control team. It comes with a lifetime warranty and free shipping.
By slone
November 28th, 2009 at 10:08pm
Under Computer Stations
The ultra flat wall mounted computer station will give you the ability to mount a computer station in virtually any location. The unit needs very little space which makes it great for an examining room, emergency room or any where else that space is limited.
The unit is completely adjustable to meet the height requirements of any user. The LCD mount can also be adjusted to position the monitor in the perfect location for comfort. And, it’s made of 14 gauge American steel and coated with a scratch proof finish.
It features a flip up keyboard and mouse tray so that it takes up even less space when not in use. The wall mounted station is available in either black or gray. And, it comes with a lifetime warranty and free shipping from VersaTables.com.
By slone
November 27th, 2009 at 11:51pm
Under Furniture News
According to an announcement recently made by the World Market Center in Las Vegas, the upcoming market scheduled to begin on February 1, will consist of around 1,500 exhibitors and product lines. There will also be a lot of educational programming that will be led by some of the experts in design, trend forecasting, visual merchandising and much more.
For those who plan to attend, World Market Center has negotiated and made arrangements for discounted hotel rooms with 26 hotels including some of the most prestigious in the city. Rates for market attendees will begin as low as $32 per night, with the more upscale hotel offerings as low as $99 per night.
The center is also offering discounts on airfares and many helpful resources to accommodate attendees. More information is available at their website at www.LasVegasMarket.com. You can pre-register at the website and book your reservation.
By slone
November 26th, 2009 at 10:54pm
Under Furniture News
With lower operating and restructuring costs, La-Z-Boy realized a profit for the second quarter when compared to a loss during the same time last year. For the quarter that ended on October 24, the furniture seller reported earnings of $5.9 million this year and a loss of $53.7 million last year.
In this most recent quarter, the company reported lower taxes, interest payments and operating costs. However, revenue still dropped 9 percent resulting in a decline to $300.7 million from $331.9 million. Even with the drop in revenue, it still surpassed the $285 million predicted by analysts.
“Although the magnitude of volume declines is not as great as we experienced over the last several quarters, we remain concerned about the overall macroeconomic environment and it is too early to predict a recovery for our industry,” said President and CEO Kurt L. Darrow, in a statement.
By slone
November 25th, 2009 at 07:00am
Under Furniture News
To counter a sluggish North American market, LSI Industries Inc. is launching an expansion drive internationally in the Middle East and Europe. The expansion is scheduled to begin early next year after giving the market 18 months to improve.
The platform for the international initiative is the largest chandelier in the world measuring 300 foot long. The LED project is already under construction in Qatar and is being installed in a Doha office building. The chandelier will be secured with 37 stainless steel cables and hang in the atrium.
The gigantic sculpture weighs 25 tons and has been called the Reflective Flow. It contains 83,000 diodes and was developed by LSI’s Saco Technologies, a subsidary that is based in Montreal. The company hopes that this will be the anchor for their global reputation.
By slone
November 24th, 2009 at 07:14am
Under Furniture News
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Stork Craft Manufacturing Inc has voluntarily issued the recall of over 2.1 million Stork Craft drop side cribs. The recall includes almost 147,000 cribs that have the Fisher Price logo.
Approximately 1.2 million of the cribs were distributed in the U.S. and 968,000 cribs were distributed throughout Canada. Parents are urged to stop using these cribs immediately and contact the company to request a free repair kit.
The repair kit can be used to convert the drop side crib to a fixed side. The plastic hardware can deform or break and some of the parts may even disappear. Another problem with the cribs is that they are sometimes installed upside down.
These problems can result in the drop side detaching in one or more of the corners of the crib creating space between the side and the mattress. This space can allow the bodies of infants and toddlers to become trapped and suffocate.
There have been 67 incidents reported in the United States and Canada has reported 43 incidents. The recall only includes those cribs made by Stork Craft that have the drop side and were distributed from January 1993 until October 2009. Cribs with the Fisher Price logo were distributed from October 1997 until December 2004.
You can contact Stork Craft to order the free repair kit by calling 877-274-0277 or visit their website at www.storkcraft.com.
By slone
November 23rd, 2009 at 09:33pm
Under Furniture News
After being in business for 57 years, Orleans Furniture Inc. recently shutdown their domestic production department. The facility made entertainment centers, curio cabinets and bedroom suites. But, Magnolia classic, the company’s import line which employs about 25 people will remain operational.
“It’s something that you hate to do,” said Ed Marshall, Orleans chief executive officer and president. “But the furniture industry in the United States has really been suffering the past two years or so. We run parallel with the housing industry,” Marshall said. “If people aren’t building houses, then there’s not as much need for furniture, too.”
By slone
November 22nd, 2009 at 08:09pm
Under Furniture News
The Conference Board has reported that the Consumer Confidence Index rose from 48.7 in October to 49.5 in November. While opinions remained virtually unchanged about the current economy resulting in the Present Situation Index dropping from 21.1 to 21.9 and the Expectations Index rose just slightly.
Although the gain in consumer confidence is a boost to the industry, the Present Situation Index has reached levels that haven’t been seen in 26 years. The moderate increase projects a decrease in the percentage of consumers that have expected the labor and business market to become even worse.
By slone
November 19th, 2009 at 07:00am
Under Furniture News
The California Air Resources Board has granted furniture retailers a six month extension to the formaldehyde deadline. This extension will give them more time to clear out inventories that won’t comply with the first phase of the strict formaldehyde standards.
Now, furniture retailers, distributors, fabricators and importers will have until December 31, 2010 to clear out all of the non-compliant inventories. The previous deadline was set as July 1 of next year. The new extension will grant some categories an extra 19 months from the original deadline.
State officials decided to grant the extension due to the economic slowdown that has made it difficult for retailers to move their inventory. The agency said that the new extension will only affect the sell-through dates and is not meant to encourage more imports and sales of products that don’t comply with the restrictions.
By slone
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