October 4,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
New orders in July were down 11% over July 2020 and year-to-date orders were up 39%. However, new orders were up 24% compared to July 19, according to a report by Smith Leonard accounting and consulting firm.
October 4,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Luxury mattress maker Shifman Mattresses has announced the relaunch of its top-selling Masters Collection at High Point Market, October 16-20, with a strong merchandising story including differentiated comfort and price points.
October 4,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Leading floor covering and home accents manufacturer Nourison has introduced machine washable area rug collections, 57 Grand by Nicole Curtis Series 1 and Waverly Washables for New York Home Fashions Market. Also showcased are Calvin Klein rugs in neutral tones, colorful Nourison accent rugs and bright and playful Mina Victory shag pillows.
October 4,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Precision Textiles, a global supplier of coated fabrics, nonwovens and laminates for companies in the mattress, home furnishings, automotive and healthcare industries, as well as military apparel, has announced the grand opening of its new 160,000 square-foot plant located on a 25-acre campus at 163 Glen Road in Troy, N.C.
October 3,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
International Market Centers (IMC) will present more than 100,000 square feet of new, expanded and relocated showrooms in six of its 17 downtown High Point buildings for the October 16-20, 2021 High Point Market. The 29 updates – seven new showrooms, 17 expansions and five relocations – reinforce IMC’s cross-category offerings with gains in décor, lighting, rugs and furniture.
October 3,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
MicroD, along with three other tech industry leaders, was recently acquired by Revalize, the worldwide leader in sector-specific revenue operations software for manufacturers, their distributors and their specifiers.
October 3,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Mattress manufacturer Mlily USA is coming back to High Point Market on October 16-20 in a temporary, 1,500-square-foot showroom at 1-542 in Plaza Suites. The company plans to lease a permanent showroom for future High Point Markets.