Half Pallet Display Outpost Created For K-Cup Products
Ardent Displays & Packaging, Inc. created this half pallet display outpost for K-cups beverage product to be sold near the Keurig beverage machines at retail, to increase product availability and sales. The convenience of locating the refill product near the beverage machines boosted beverage sales per machine.
The melamine and acrylic display structure features litho printed graphic panels in slip-in sign channels for seasonal changes as required. Displays were shipped to retail distribution centers nationwide pre-assembled except for graphic panels. Ardent Displays & Packaging, East Hartford, CT, (www.ardentdisplays.com), created this half pallet display.
Iittala Brand Displayed In Bloomingdale’s 59th St NYC
Iittala, a Scandinavian design brand from Finland, will be on display at Bloomingdale’s 59th St. Store in New York City, in a gallery showcasing Iittala dinnerware, barware and giftware. Fiskars Home President Jaakko Autere, said, “The 59th street Bloomingdale’s gallery gave us a unique opportunity to showcase the versatility and personality of these timeless Iittala products.”
Each Iittala collection is a work of art designed by a Scandinavian artisan. Iittala designers represented in the gallery range from contemporary artist Klaus Haapaniemi, designer of Korento, to Kaj Franck, a founding father of design in Finland and designer of Teema dinnerware and Kartio glassware. The ability to mix and match Iittala product lines from different designers is one of the cornerstones of the Iittala product range.
FLOR Opens Flagship Store In New York City
FLOR, creator of beautiful and responsible modular floorcovering, is opening its third national store in New York City in the heart of SoHo. The new FLOR store offers consumers the opportunity to experience the beauty and benefits of the FLOR design system in an environmentally-progressive retail space.
Visitors to the new store will be able to experience the range of inspiring colors, patterns and textures available in FLOR’s innovative system of 50 cm (19.7-inch) carpet squares. The store design brings pages to life from the FLOR catalog through inspiring visuals and room vignette extensions that replicate the FLOR designs found within the catalog. Customers are invited to experience just how easy it is to redefine any space by mixing and matching styles to create custom rugs, runners and wall-to-wall designs.
Sleep Innovations Unveils Sleep Solutions Center
Sleep Innovations, a market leader in advanced foam sleep solutions, has introduced a new in-store merchandising program. Partnering with TransWorld Marketing, an East Rutherford, NJ-based display firm, Sleep Innovations has developed interactive, modular displays designed to educate the consumer on the benefits and differences of a wide range of sleep products. Sleep Innovations has developed a Sleep Solutions Center that contains a combination of mattresses, mattress toppers and pillows, and extensive educational materials.
“We are reinventing the way consumers shop for their sleep products,” said Lisa Thorstenson, Exec. VP Channel Marketing at Sleep Innovations. “By educating the consumer in-store, they can make informed decisions and purchases that will lead to better sleep.”
Nest Labs Introduces First Learning Thermostat
Nest Labs has created the Nest Learning Thermostat. Nest addresses thermostat programming problems through a combination of sensors, algorithms, machine learning, and cloud computing. Nest learns behaviors and preferences and adjusts the temperature up or down accordingly, making users comfortable when they’re home and saving energy while they’re away. Nest also provides people with information to help them make energy-saving choices.
Fluidmaster Introduces New DUO FLUSH
Fluidmaster recently introduced its innovative new water saving DUO FLUSH™ line of products. DUO FLUSH™ converts existing toilet installations into water saving dual flush systems, capable of saving up to 45% of the water normally used to flush liquid waste. Fluidmaster’s new design features easy adjust dials conveniently located on top of the valve which allow the user to set the optimal water usage for their specific toilet. The user can then simply lift up the handle for a half flush or push down for a full flush.
BlueStar Launches ‘Petite’ City Collection
Created to integrate perfectly into a small kitchen area, the new City Living Collection of 24-inch-wide cooking equipment from BlueStar introduces a new standard in high-performance appliances designed especially for metropolitan living. The compact 24-inch-wide high-performance gas range features BlueStar’s signature 22,000 BTU open burners and ultra low simmer capabilities, and can be fully customized to suit the specific cooking needs of the home chef.
Duracell Battery Center
Duracell created this Duracell Battery Center for Ahold’s Stop & Shop and Giant food stores. Duracell worked with Ahold to integrate the look of the displays into the Ahold store environments. This durable display, constructed of plastic, metal and wood, makes it easy for consumers to locate the correct Duracell battery for purchase. This display was created by New Dimensions Research Corp., 260 Spagnoli Road, Melville, NY 11747; (Web site) www.ndrc.com
Sleepguard Mattress Protector Display
Guardmaster is using this permanent display to merchandise its SleepGuard line of mattress protectors. The display highlights the product benefits; waterproof, allergy relief and bed bug proof and provides 10 shelves to hold the various products of the line. This Sleepguard Mattress Protector Display was created by Flair Display, Inc., 3920 Merritt Ave., Bronx, NY 10466; (Web site) www.flairdisplay.com
Miller Wire Accessory Display
This powder-coated steel wire accessory display highlights four commonly purchased engine drive accessories right on top of the welding unit they fit. The stylized header features Miller's logo and tagline in its signature shade of blue, on a curve base that mimics the arc of a welding torch. The header, printed digitally and trimmed in faux diamond plate is made of Sintra PVC foam board. The Miller Wire Accessory Display was created by Menasha Packaging, 621 Wacker Drive, Hartford, WI 53027; (Web site) www.menashapackaging.com
Bissell Bare Floor Bay Display
The display presents in an organized manner, similar products from multiple manufacturers. By placing the cleaners in a bay with flooring that looks like various kinds of hard surface floors, the display makes it easy for consumers to understand the purpose of the product and visualize it in a “real world” setting. The display closes the sale by enabling the customer to do a side-by-side comparison of all hard surface cleaners available in the store, and Bissell had the confidence that customers would choose their product over the competitors. The Bissell Floor Display was created by Harbor Industries Inc., 14130 172nd Avenue, Grand Haven, MI 49417; (Web site) www.harbor-ind.com
Masterbrands Cabinets Cabinet Door Display
This display was designed to maximize the number of cabinet door samples on the smallest footprint possible for independent dealers. The unit featured the FMA custom door hanging system which provides easy access and interaction with consumers. It also features a 10" LCD Monitor and continuous video loop. The Masterbrands Cabinet Door Selection Display was created by Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc., 1975 Wisconsin Ave., Grafton, WI 53024; (Web site) www.frankmayer.com
Swiffer Walmart Endcap Display
Procter & Gamble’s Swiffer has developed this endcap merchandiser for Wal-Mart stores to replace four-way pallets. The display, constructed of MDF board, metal wire and plastic, merchandises both wet and dry Swiffer systems. This Swiffer Endcap Display was created by New Dimensions Research Corp., 260 Spagnoli Road, Melville, NY 11747; (Web site) www.ndrc.com
Design Materials Inc. Carpet Sample Fixture
This sturdy, contemporary fixture is constructed from wood, metal and wire. “Natural Fibers” and “Design Materials Inc.” are routed into the wood signs to add depth and dimension. The fixture holds 14 interchangeable sample panels and the adjustable shelves below, provide space for sample books and product samples. The display provides customers with a large selection of carpet designs and the opportunity to buy product samples. The Carpet Sample Fixture was created by Nashville Display, 306 Hartmann Dr., Lebanon, TN 37087; (Web site) www.nashvilledisplay.com
Broan Kitchen Ventilation Display
Broan is using this display to call attention to its line of Kitchen Range Hoods. The stylish display helps shoppers visualize how a Broan Range Hood would look in their home. This Broan Kitchen Ventilation Display was created by Diamond Marketing, 11512 N. Port Washington Rd., Ste. 102, Mequon, WI 53092; (Web site) www.diamondmarketing.net
HEB Electronics Display
HEB Grocery Stores is using this permanent display to merchandise electronics and gaming products. The displays are on casters so they can be easily moved to different locations within the store. The four-way display uses the VersaFlex light box from Walls + Forms for creating lighted headers and the VersaFlex frame for accommodating additional graphics. Removable plates enable ease of changing from product merchandising to graphics. For more information, contact Walls + Forms, P.O. Box 741112, Dallas, TX 75374.; (Web site) www.wallsforms.com
Midway Displays Inc. developed these Wire Tray Spinners to answer the demand for Low Maintenance & Cost Effective Tray Spinners. The Round Tray Spinners are Stocked in an 18" Diameter. Special Size Needs can also be accommodated. Midway’s Unique Square Tray Spinners are available in both Stationary & Castered models. Midway’s Metal Spider Bases can also be paired with Midway’s Wire Tray Spinners. For more information, contact Midway Displays Inc. 6554 South Austin Avenue, Bedford Park, IL 60638; (Web site) www.midwaydisplays.com
This sign frame, "ComboFrame" is an economical solution to displays and advertising in convenience and supermarkets. These "ComboFrames" are made of shatterproof ABS plastic and are virtually unbreakable. Another advantage of the "ComboFrame" line is the available mounting accessories. They can be mounted to walls and displays, hung from the ceiling or windows, attached to poles, etc. The "ComboFrame" is available in several popular sizes and 3 standard sizes. The insertion slot offers easy display of signage materials up to 3/32" thick. The "ComboFrame" Sign Frame is available from VKF Renzel USA Corp., 2420 E. Oakton Street, Unit U, Arlington Heights, IL 60005; (Web site) www.vkf-renzel.com
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