Prime Line, Bridgeport, Conn., recently introduced augmented reality technology in its 2013 catalog, marking the first use by an industry supplier in a catalog. This cutting-edge technology, featuring 3-D animations that lift off the page, generated excitement among distributors who witnessed demonstrations at Prime Line’s booth at the ASI Orlando Show.
Read MoreCPSC Re-Issues Recall for Columbia Sportswear Jackets
The CPSC, in cooperation with Columbia Sportswear, has announced a voluntary recall of batteries included in five jackets from the apparel company. The defective battery packs are reported to have a cell defect causing it to overheat, creating a fire hazard.
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Marla Tracy Pak
Marla Tracy Pak, regional manager for Norwood & BIC Graphic North America, passed away at the age of 41 in her home in Everett, Wash. on July 16, 2012 after an 11 month battle with glioblastoma multiforme, a stage 4 brain tumor..
Read MoreTurn, Turn, Turn
During the Holiday season I had the opportunity to slow things down at bit. From my perspective, reflecting back on 2012, it’s been an interesting year.
Read MoreTimely Travel Tips
As a seasoned travel veteran who has held some level of status with airlines for essentially the last 15 years, I’ve learned quite a few things that make travel easier for me. And recently, some really cool tools make traveling less burdensome.
Read MoreWhat to Wear on Planes, Trains & Automobiles
What to wear and bring while traveling to Vegas, Atlantic City or any other show location.
Read MoreChameleon Like and Moderne Glass Begin QCA Certification Process
Gilroy, California-based Chameleon Like Inc. and Aliquippa, Pennsylvania-based Moderne Glass Co. Inc. have applied to participate in the comprehensive compliance accreditation program developed by Quality Certification Alliance (QCA), the promotional product industry’s only independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping companies provide safe products.
Read MoreTRG Group’s Victorinox Travel Gear Named to Best Luggage of 2013 List
St. Louis-based TRG Group recently announced that its Spectra Extra Capacity Carry-On, part of the company’s Victorinox line of travel gear, was selected by CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg in his Best Luggage for 2013 list. The Spectra series was introduced in 2012.
Read MoreCharles River Apparel Promotes Vanessa Walton Keefe to Vice President of Marketing
Sharon, Massachusetts-based Charles River Apparel, a leading manufacturer of outerwear and performance apparel, announced the promotion of Vanessa Walton Keefe to vice president of marketing.
Read MorePromo Marketing’s Top 10 News Stories of 2012
Our 10 most popular news stories published over the last 12 months.
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