Homer Laughlin China and Tervis took part in the White House’s week-long Made in America Product Showcase that featured companies that manufacture products in the United States.
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Epoca International has finished construction on its in-office coffee café in its Boca Raton, FL, headquarters.
Anchor Hocking has rolled out its new LifeProof tempered glass water bottle on Amazon.com.
Helen of Troy reported a solid start for its first quarter 2018, ended May 31, 2017, with its housewares segment driving sales growth.
Full Circle has debuted Brumi, a hot/cold pour over brew glass travel bottle. The Brumi design allows consumers to make and take both hot and cold brew coffee on-the-go, stated the company.
Kyocera has debuted a ceramic coated travel mug, featuring a flavor-saving ceramic coated interior which is said to never impart a metallic taste, or rust or stain, according to the company.
Zak Designs has added dinnerware and drinkware to its Disney licensed “Beauty and the Beast” collection, in celebration of the live action movie’s release on DVD.
Govino has added 14-ounce whiskey glasses to its dishwasher safe series of to-go drinkware.
Tervis is introducing new licensed beverageware designs featuring Fiesta’s Halloween-themed Skull & Vine patterns during the summer Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market.
Sertodo Copper is launching its Espadín Flask series in conjunction with a new 10,000 square foot workshop in Michoacán, Mexico, and an accompanying Kickstarter campaign.
Precidio Design will launch the Kafé in the Box beverageware line this fall.
Bradshaw Holdings, Inc.’s CEO Mike Rodrigue is retiring and will transition to its board of directors. Brett Bradshaw, president of Bradshaw International, and Robert Michelson, president of Butler Home Products, will assume additional leadership duties as co-presidents of parent corporation Bradshaw Holdings.
Tervis will debut a new collection called “Blooming Initials” at the upcoming Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market.
OtterBox is debuting its Venture line of premium rugged coolers at the National Hardware Show.
Filament Brands is rolling out d.stil, a new line of water bottles and thermal beverage containers, at Target.
Helen of Troy reported mixed results for its fourth quarter ended February 28, 2017, posting a strong increase in net income although net sales declined. The company said its housewares business showed positive growth momentum, while its health and beauty segments showed declines.
TableCraft Product Company has appointed Judy Wolf vp/retail sales.
LSA International debuted the Gin Grand serving set at its Forty One Madison showroom during the New York Tabletop Market. The set is a collection of gin glassware and accessories.
Zak Designs has inked a licensing deal with Accessory Innovations, LLC to debut an Emojination line of mealtime and on-the-go products.
Tervis has made its 360-degree wrap inserts available for the first time on its mug assortment.