World Emblem Furthers Heat Seal Decoration Trend with Flexbroidery

Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based World Emblem just announced the launch of a new patch application product called Flexbroidery, which it bills as “a more cost-effective and sustainable solution than traditional direct embroidery.” Rather than weaving the fabric onto the product, it uses a low-melt heat seal to apply the patch directly. “Thanks to its convenient heat…

In the Wake of Global Cyber-Glitches, Paper Shines

In light of the most recent “cyber-glitches” impacting millions across the globe, it’s worth reminding ourselves of the value of paper. Digital forms are convenient, and once a company has invested in the transition to digital, those forms don’t require requisitions, delivery time, or payment. That sounds great—until it’s not. When your system is down,…

Sales Growth Returns for Distributors in Q2

After quarterly sales declined for the first time in nearly three years last quarter, ASI Research shows that promo firms engineered a 1.3% increase in the second quarter of 2024.