The first reports of a mechanical dishwashing device are of an 1830 patent in the United States by Joel Houghton for a hand-powered good device. This device was made of wood and was cranked by hand while water sprayed onto the dishes. This ...
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Kinetic's Rock and Roll trainer was redesigned for the 2013-2014 season. From the dealer's perspective, it now comes fully assembled and in packaging that explains its features on the showroom floor. From the user's perspective, the new ...
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed a self-driving version of the company's luxury Model S could hit showroom floors by as early as 2016. Speaking to Britain's Financial Times, Musk said the new 'autonomous' Model S will take over ...
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Lift chair resource Mega Motion is teaming with bedding major Serta for a new line of Serta-branded lift chairs that will be unveiled at next month's High Point Market. Called the Serta Comfort Lift Chair, the three-model lineup features ...
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Upholstery supplier Tomlinson is introducing two new collections by designer Bea Pila at the Oct. 19-24 High Point Market. The Salon Collection features 14 upholstered pieces as well as occasional tables and showcases new styles along ...
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Philips has partnered up with Perkins Products, a provider of education, services and products to the blind, deafblind, and those with disabilities to develop LightAide, a new LED device designed as a teaching tool for children with low ...
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Visitors and cars at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt Germany. (LEDinside/Robe Lighting) Over 2000 Robe Lighting LEDWash fixtures are in action on a series of high profile stands – including Audi, BMW, Mini. Opel, ...
An Alabama bedding producer whose factory was destroyed by fire in April has decided to move its business to this Lee County town just south of Tupelo. Mississippi state officials said Posturecraft Mattress Co. will invest about $1.75 ...
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Hughes acquired The Atrium showroom building at 430 S. Main St. in late July and plans to update the exterior and landscaping. Hughes Furniture is showing classic frames with updated fabrics as part of the company's introductions at the ...
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Eleven Vietnamese furniture and handicraft producers will be showing in a new permanent showroom at the High Point Market, Oct. 19-24, according to market organizers. The companies are exhibiting under the umbrella of the Vietnam Trade ...
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Furniture Brands Canada has declared bankruptcy and all of its salaried employees have been let go. The move was made after its U.S. parent company sought Chapter 11 court protection from its creditors earlier this week. Furniture Brands ...
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Case goods resource Somerton Dwelling is opening a new showroom here at the October High Point Market that aims to capture its emphasis on environmentally friendly products. The 17,000-square-foot space, designed by Affordable Design ...
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Planning a major expansion for Q1 2014, Amerlux will relocate its Fairfield, NJ corporate headquarters and manufacturing facilities to a new 190,000 square foot facility in Oakland, New Jersey. Amerlux is an innovative leader of energy ...
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The new luxury division of Carolina Mattress Guild will operate under the banner of Scott & DuVal and will introduce high-end beds at next month's High Point Market, the company announced. The new division represents a partnership between ...
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City Furniture has opened its newest Ashley Furniture HomeStore showroom with a boost to help Palm Beach County's Habitat for Humanity build affordable homes. At an Aug. 21 grand opening celebration for the showroom at 2101 Palm Beach ...
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