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Retail Container Traffic Expected To Rise 16% In September
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to be up 16% in September, compared with the same month last year.
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Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to be up 16% in September, compared with the same month last year.
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CPSC Re-Announces Recall On LG Dehumidifiers
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co., have re-announced a voluntary recall of LG’s portable dehumidifiers because the dehumidifier’s compressor can short circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co., have re-announced a voluntary recall of LG’s portable dehumidifiers because the dehumidifier’s compressor can short circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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Jarden Reports Second Quarter Sales Gains, First Half Loss
Jarden Corp. has reported a second quarter net sales increase of 21.9%, to $1.5 billion compared to $1.3 billion for the same period in the previous year.
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Jarden Corp. has reported a second quarter net sales increase of 21.9%, to $1.5 billion compared to $1.3 billion for the same period in the previous year.
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IHA Announces Agenda For Upcoming CHESS Session
The International Housewares Association has announced that Adolfo Laurenti, deputy chief economist and managing director at Mesirow Financial, will deliver the keynote address, "Time of Crisis, Time of Opportunities," to open CHESS 2010, the Chief Housewares Executive SuperSession, to be held October 6 and 7.
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The International Housewares Association has announced that Adolfo Laurenti, deputy chief economist and managing director at Mesirow Financial, will deliver the keynote address, "Time of Crisis, Time of Opportunities," to open CHESS 2010, the Chief Housewares Executive SuperSession, to be held October 6 and 7.
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National Retail Federation Supports Organized Retail Crime Bill
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has announced its support for legislation that would establish a new unit at the Department of Justice focused on investigating and prosecuting organized retail crime.
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The National Retail Federation (NRF) has announced its support for legislation that would establish a new unit at the Department of Justice focused on investigating and prosecuting organized retail crime.
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Cuisinart's Rodgers Talks Social Media At SIA Conference
At the recent Shopper Insights in Action (SIA) conference, held in Chicago, Mary Rodgers, director/marketing communications for Cuisinart and Waring, offered social media insights in her presentation, “The Power of Social Media: Driving Shoppers to Retail, from First Point of Contact to Point of Sale."
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At the recent Shopper Insights in Action (SIA) conference, held in Chicago, Mary Rodgers, director/marketing communications for Cuisinart and Waring, offered social media insights in her presentation, “The Power of Social Media: Driving Shoppers to Retail, from First Point of Contact to Point of Sale."
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Target To Open Its First Manhattan Store
Target will open its first store on the island of Manhattan, celebrating its grand opening in East Harlem on Sunday, July 25.
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Target will open its first store on the island of Manhattan, celebrating its grand opening in East Harlem on Sunday, July 25.
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Eight New Designers Accepted Into NYIGF's "A+"
Eight new designers, based in Canada, South Korea, England, New York City, Detroit, and Murfreesboro, TN, have been accepted for the New York International Gift Fair's "A+: The Young Designers' Platform" as part of its Accent on Design section.
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Eight new designers, based in Canada, South Korea, England, New York City, Detroit, and Murfreesboro, TN, have been accepted for the New York International Gift Fair's "A+: The Young Designers' Platform" as part of its Accent on Design section.
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Macy's Names Magann To Top Home Post
Lisa Magann, Macy’s group vp and DMM/housewares and confections, has been named executive vp, GMM for Home.
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Lisa Magann, Macy’s group vp and DMM/housewares and confections, has been named executive vp, GMM for Home.
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Primo Water Names Bloom Agency As Marketing Partner
Primo Water Corp. has chosen The Bloom Agency to be its integrated marketing partner.
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Primo Water Corp. has chosen The Bloom Agency to be its integrated marketing partner.
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AHAM Names Cigler Director/Product Certification And Verification
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers today announced that James L. Cigler has joined the Association as director/product certification and verification.
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The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers today announced that James L. Cigler has joined the Association as director/product certification and verification.
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IHA To Stay in Chicago, Cites McCormick Place Labor Reform Plan
The International Housewares Association announced it is negotiating a long-term agreement with McCormick Place to keep the International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago.
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The International Housewares Association announced it is negotiating a long-term agreement with McCormick Place to keep the International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago.
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Free App Guides NACDS Marketplace Attendees
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) today introduced a new mobile web-based application for attendees of 2010 NACDS Marketplace Conference, which runs this weekend through June 8 at the San Diego Convention Center.
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The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) today introduced a new mobile web-based application for attendees of 2010 NACDS Marketplace Conference, which runs this weekend through June 8 at the San Diego Convention Center.
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Cuisinart Wins 2010 Summit International, Telly Awards
Cuisinart has received both a Gold Summit Creative Award and a Bronze Telly Award for outstanding communications materials.
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Cuisinart has received both a Gold Summit Creative Award and a Bronze Telly Award for outstanding communications materials.
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The Sharper Image Names de Bellegarde Senior VP
The Sharper Image today announced the promotion of Federico de Bellegarde to senior vp/licensing.
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The Sharper Image today announced the promotion of Federico de Bellegarde to senior vp/licensing.
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Body Glove Debuts Water Filtration Line To Coincide With Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day’s 40th anniversary on April 22, Body Glove has unveiled a completely re-engineered line of water filtration products. Through a collaborative effort with Water, Inc., an industry leader in the water filtration business, according to Body Glove, the new filters support the Earth Day mission of inspiring awareness and appreciation of the environment.
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In celebration of Earth Day’s 40th anniversary on April 22, Body Glove has unveiled a completely re-engineered line of water filtration products. Through a collaborative effort with Water, Inc., an industry leader in the water filtration business, according to Body Glove, the new filters support the Earth Day mission of inspiring awareness and appreciation of the environment.
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IHA Reports Double Digit Increases For Home + Housewares Show
The International Housewares Association (IHA) reported double digit increases in both exhibitor participation and buyer attendance, at its recently concluded International Home + Housewares Show.
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The International Housewares Association (IHA) reported double digit increases in both exhibitor participation and buyer attendance, at its recently concluded International Home + Housewares Show.
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New Home Environment Products Get 'Personal'
Some home environment suppliers will be showcasing "downsized" products at this year's Home + Housewares Show, literally. From portable heaters to air purifiers, suppliers are hopeful that personal-sized home comfort products might be the next big trend in this segment.
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Spectrum To Acquire Former Salton/Applica Business
Spectrum Brands and Russell Hobbs, Inc. (previously known as Salton/Applica) today announced they have signed a definitive agreement to bring Russell Hobbs' network of small appliance brands into Spectrum's operating structure to form a new global consumer products company with an estimated $3 billion in annual revenues.
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Spectrum Brands and Russell Hobbs, Inc. (previously known as Salton/Applica) today announced they have signed a definitive agreement to bring Russell Hobbs' network of small appliance brands into Spectrum's operating structure to form a new global consumer products company with an estimated $3 billion in annual revenues.
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NPD Reports Positive Gains For Q4 Small Appliance Sales
According to The NPD Group, Inc., small appliance sales posted double-digit dollar and unit sales figures in the fourth quarter 2009, compared to the same period in 2008. Major appliance unit and dollar sales also showed positive gains for Q4.
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According to The NPD Group, Inc., small appliance sales posted double-digit dollar and unit sales figures in the fourth quarter 2009, compared to the same period in 2008. Major appliance unit and dollar sales also showed positive gains for Q4.
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Housewares Design Award Winners Named
Three “Best of the Best” and 13 “Best in Category” winners were announced today at the 2010 Housewares Design Awards gala here.
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Three “Best of the Best” and 13 “Best in Category” winners were announced today at the 2010 Housewares Design Awards gala here.
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Walmart Announces Restructuring Of U.S. Stores, Merchandising Organization
Walmart today announced a realignment of its US store structure that will result in the creation of three distinct geographic business units (GBUs) — Walmart West, Walmart South and Walmart North, each with its own president.
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Walmart today announced a realignment of its US store structure that will result in the creation of three distinct geographic business units (GBUs) — Walmart West, Walmart South and Walmart North, each with its own president.
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IHA Examines Possible New Show Sites Amid Rising Costs At Chicago's McCormick Place
The International Housewares Association, responding to Chicago-area media inquiries regarding the status of its renewal with McCormick Place to host the International Home + Housewares Show, said it is assessing possible alternative and potentially more cost-effective sites for the show although it hopes to keep the show in Chicago.
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The International Housewares Association, responding to Chicago-area media inquiries regarding the status of its renewal with McCormick Place to host the International Home + Housewares Show, said it is assessing possible alternative and potentially more cost-effective sites for the show although it hopes to keep the show in Chicago.
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Verilux HappyLight Featured On Ellen Degeneres Show
The newly launched Verilux HappyLight 6000 Sunshine Supplement Light System (model VT05) was featured on the nationally syndicated daytime television show, The Ellen Degeneres Show in the annual holiday season series, “12 Days of Giveaways.”
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The newly launched Verilux HappyLight 6000 Sunshine Supplement Light System (model VT05) was featured on the nationally syndicated daytime television show, The Ellen Degeneres Show in the annual holiday season series, “12 Days of Giveaways.”
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Housewares Association Announces New, Returning Exhibitors
The International Housewares Association (IHA) today announced a broad range of new and returning exhibitors that are slated to appear at the 2010 International Home + Housewares Show, to be held March 14–16 at Chicago’s McCormick Place.
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The International Housewares Association (IHA) today announced a broad range of new and returning exhibitors that are slated to appear at the 2010 International Home + Housewares Show, to be held March 14–16 at Chicago’s McCormick Place.
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Pantone's 2010 Color of the Year: Turquoise
Pantone LLC, today announced Pantone 15-5519 Turquoise, as the color of the year for 2010.
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Pantone LLC, today announced Pantone 15-5519 Turquoise, as the color of the year for 2010.
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Sanyo Debuts 'First' Electrolyzed Water Air Purifier
Sanyo North America Corporation has introduced the Air Washer Plus, a home-use air purification system that uses electrolyzed water technology to treat the air. According to the company, this technology, which suppresses airborne pathogens, such as bacteria and germs, to reduce the amount of airborne pollen and allergy-causing dust and eliminate unpleasant odors in the home is the first of its kind in the U.S.
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Sanyo North America Corporation has introduced the Air Washer Plus, a home-use air purification system that uses electrolyzed water technology to treat the air. According to the company, this technology, which suppresses airborne pathogens, such as bacteria and germs, to reduce the amount of airborne pollen and allergy-causing dust and eliminate unpleasant odors in the home is the first of its kind in the U.S.
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NPD: Q4 Small Electrics Sales Off To Strong Start
NPD Group today reported that fourth quarter sales of small appliances have started strongly with October ‘09 showing both dollar and unit growth at 7% versus October ’08.
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NPD Group today reported that fourth quarter sales of small appliances have started strongly with October ‘09 showing both dollar and unit growth at 7% versus October ’08.
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Blueair Receives USCA Best Of Chicago Award
Blueair has been selected for the 2009 Best of Chicago Award in the portable air purifier category by the U.S. Commerce Association.
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Blueair has been selected for the 2009 Best of Chicago Award in the portable air purifier category by the U.S. Commerce Association.
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BioTech Ups Inventory, Ad Budget For EdenPURE Portable Heaters
BioTech Research is increasing inventory and advertising for its EdenPURE portable heaters in anticipation of a cold winter and rising energy costs, which the company expects to create a surge in demand.
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BioTech Research is increasing inventory and advertising for its EdenPURE portable heaters in anticipation of a cold winter and rising energy costs, which the company expects to create a surge in demand.
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