California Innovations, a Toronto-based manufacturer of coolers, tote bags and drinkware, in conjunction with the CPSC, has issued a voluntary recall of two of its insulated food bags. According to the CPSC, the “Cryofreeze” freezer gel packs included in the bags can leak chemicals when damaged that are potentially poisonous when ingested.
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More information from QCA’s Brent Stone about the Small Batch Manufacturer’s Registry and what distributors should know when looking for a compliant supplier.
Read MoreMany of the Internet’s most popular sites staged a blackout today in protest of two pieces of legislation, SOPA and PIPA, claiming they could be detrimental to America’s small businesses as well as to larger web-based companies.
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Whether you’re hitting the slopes with your skis or wiping out on them with you face, this week’s Editor’s Picks has got you covered with warm headwear.
Read MoreThe CPSC’s new Small Batch Manufacturer’s Registry was intended to provide relief for small companies producing children’s toys, but it may have the side effect of making compliance more difficult for distributors.
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Victorinox Swiss Army, manufacturer of the iconic Swiss Army Knife brand, displayed two new products at CES in Las Vegas this week. The Victorinox SSD (solid state drive) and Victorinox Slim 3.0 were both announced on Monday, Jan. 9.
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The PPAI Expo 2012 had rows and rows of products both old and new. Which one do you think was the best?
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The trade show floor opened for the third and final day Friday at The PPAI Expo 2012 in Las Vegas. Following a busy week filled with professional development, networking and marketing strategies, distributors walked down the aisles eager to see new products and find solutions to their clients’ needs.
Read MoreThis week, Promo Marketing reviewed the major events and biggest stories of last year. Now it’s your turn to tell us what you think was most important in 2011.
Read MoreThis week, Promo Marketing is looking at the stories that defined 2011. In the fourth part of this series, we examine the major economic and natural events that occurred this year, and what they mean to the promotional products industry.
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