Taylor King promotes AJ Hatfield to vice president, manufacturing
TAYLORSVILLE, N.C. — Taylor King has promoted AJ Hatfield to vice president, manufacturing. Having worked at the company 24 years, Taylor King said Hatfield “has demonstrated …
Category: Manufacturing
Bassett upgrades BenchMade dining program
New construction creates several new tabletops with self-storing leaves HIGH POINT — During the April High Point market, Bassett Furniture is unveiling the latest development …
New traveling exhibit at AHF Hall of Fame highlights role of polyurethane foam in furniture, bedding industries
HIGH POINT — A new traveling exhibit exploring the major role that polyurethane foam plays in providing comfort and support to furniture and mattresses is …
Additional supplier-issued communications aim to calm retailer concerns about tariffs
Some are touting their hold on prices, along with available inventory in domestic warehouses, while others continue to promote their made-in-USA capabilities HIGH POINT — …
Universal to shift domestic upholstery production from Conover to Hildebran, North Carolina
HILDEBRAN, N.C. – Universal Furniture announced that it is moving its domestic upholstery manufacturing operations from Conover to Hildebran by the end of this year …
Trump raises China tariff to 125%
WASHINGTON — On his Truth Social and X platforms, President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on China are increasing to 125% effective immediately. This follows …
Mark Schumacher to launch podcast on Home News Now
10 out of 10 to address timely issues, developments with industry leaders across the retail and supply sides of the business HIGH POINT — Industry …
Industry veterans speak out about Trump’s reciprocal tariffs
HIGH POINT — As President Trump’s “Liberation Day” reciprocal tariffs were announced Wednesday, home industry veterans found themselves attempting to gauge the impacts of these …
Bermex Furniture purchase of Saloom presents opportunities for both brands
Sale is expected to close in the next few weeks, giving Bermex a strong foothold in US manufacturing WINCHENDON, Mass. — When a fire broke …
Kuka Home names Jim Anthony EVP of sales
Industry veteran brings 30 years of experience to the new position HIGH POINT — Upholstery manufacturer Kuka Home has named industry veteran Jim Anthony executive …
