A few observations on Trump’s tariff promises
President-elect Trump has promised to implement a multitude of tariffs once he takes office next week. The inauguration is Monday, Jan. 20 — mere days …
Category: Manufacturing
A look at consumer demand for new tip restraints aimed at preventing tip-over incidents
Alliance4Safety issued just over 3,000 units last year to replace recalled tip restraints that are prone to breaking HIGH POINT — In the year since …
CPSC e-filing system seeks to improve process for importers
Companies with a record of filing timely, complete certificates of compliance can achieve a more efficient and quicker flow of goods through customs HIGH POINT …
Richloom names Stephanie Puckett upholstery design director
NEW YORK — Fabric resource Richloom has promoted industry veteran Stephanie Puckett to upholstery design director. She fills a position previously held by Allison Hocker, …
Polish chair manufacturer Paged seeks growth in US market
Company has largely served North American hospitality sector, but is now looking to expand as a supplier to residential resources HIGH POINT — Paged, a …
AHFA analyzes EPA formaldehyde risk evaluation to determine impact on industry
HIGH POINT – On January 2, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its final risk evaluation for formaldehyde conducted under the Toxic Substances Control …
Albany Industries names Craig Zielinski president
Longtime company executive Mark Gosnell remains chief executive officer NEW ALBANY, Miss. — Upholstered furniture manufacturer Albany Industries has named Craig Zielinski president, effective immediately. …
Smart furniture market is poised for growth
After I bought my first smartphone, I remember thinking how aptly it was named because, based on its capabilities, it was clearly smarter than me. …
Year-over-year October furniture orders flat, while shipments fell 5%
Smith Leonard Furniture Insights report says new orders in October ended 5 months of yearly declines between May and September HIGH POINT — Year-over-year new …
CPSC announces recall of 800 dressers sold at Walmart.com
Agency said that units are unstable if not anchored to the wall and also violate performance, warning-label requirements of STURDY Act WASHINGTON — The U.S. …
