Retail Business and Retail Product News
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SAN RAMON, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — EPIC Programs Group, a managing underwriter and program administrator providing leading-edge risk management and insurance solutions nationally, announced that they have expanded the menu of coverage available in their newest program for Pizza Restaurants and Delivery Operators. Dubbed ‘SLICE’ (safety, loss control, insurance, coverage, expertise), the program now includes customized Commercial Excess Liability Coverage designed specifically for Pizza Delivery Operators.
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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — According to The Futon Shop, conventional mattresses are very likely to contain chemicals, some potentially toxic to humans and/or harmful to the environment. Most of these chemical compounds have a cloud surrounding the information on the possible harms they can cause. The way to go green is to choose a mattress with fewer chemicals or no chemicals. The ideal mattress would have low VOCs, no PBDEs, no formaldehyde, and no phthalates.
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NEPTUNE CITY, N.J. /eNewsChannels/ — Consumers in the Southeast United States are the first in the country to gobble up the new, all-natural GRAIN-FREE DOG BISCUITS from Nylabone, the makers of safe, healthy chews since 1955. Nylabone has partnered with Costco Warehouses from Florida to North Carolina and Tennessee to market the new treats on a first-come, first-served limited basis.
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HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa. /eNewsChannels/ — Multi-Flow Industries, a manufacturer of fountain-dispensed beverages, announced that it has recently received an ‘excellent’ rating on their 2011 Silliker Audit with a score of 97.3 percent. The audit covered Food Safety as well as GMP requirements.
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VACAVILLE, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Integrated Comfort Inc. (ICI) of Vacaville, CA has recently completed DualCool installations on 14 Walmart stores in northern and central California. DualCool is a retrofittable system that significantly improves the efficiency of rooftop cooling units (RTU’s) in dry climates. The patented DualCool technology is owned and manufactured by ICI.
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TEMPLE, Texas /eNewsChannels/ — Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing ‘better burger’ restaurant, brings their fresh approach to burgers to Temple when they open their first location on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 3008 S. 31st Street. Smashburger(R) brings their juicy burgers that are smashed fresh and served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please local palates to the heart of Temple.
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SANTA CLARA, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — SecuGen, the world’s leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that iPulse Systems, a South African manufacturer of market-leading biometric devices and a SecuGen OEM partner, is implementing a nationwide rollout of a biometric-centered time and attendance system for McDonald’s South Africa.
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EUGENE, Ore. /eNewsChannels/ — Hearthside Food Solutions, LLC, one of the country’s leading manufacturers of all natural cereal and granola products, has recently introduced another ‘on trend’ variety of delicious granola under its GT Classic brand: Baobab Coconut Granola, made with organic (MWO) ingredients.
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SWANSEA, Mass. /eNewsChannels/ — Upland Architects, Inc. announced today that it has finished the last in a series of architectural design plans for the comprehensive renovation of RK Swansea Place, located in Swansea, Massachusetts.
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CONYERS, Ga. /eNewsChannels/ — Hill PHOENIX Inc., a Dover Company, has expanded its portfolio of operating companies with Dover’s acquisition of Denmark-based Advansor A/S. The Danish company specializes in the design and manufacture of HFC-free, CO2 transcritical refrigeration and heat pump systems for supermarkets and light industrial applications. Advansor and Hill PHOENIX combined have more than 550 CO2 systems operating in supermarkets in the United States, Europe and Canada, making them the largest manufacturer of CO2 refrigeration systems in the world.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — The leading Internet provider of paper rolls and other point-of-sale (POS) supplies, POSPaper, announced this week that it is opening two additional distribution centers in Dallas and Chicago. They are expected to open in mid-November of this year.
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DENVER, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ — A new look, new services and a new partner for Culinary Procurement Specialists, LLC has been unveiled. The new company name, Restaurant Mechanix, LLC (the ‘Company’), signifies the expansion of its consulting services into all aspects of restaurant operations and management.
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NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ — Soffe, a leading activewear apparel brand, introduces a new men’s line, XT46. Short for ‘Extreme Training since 1946,’ the collection, inspired by the all-American hero, is in celebration of Soffe’s long history supporting the United States military.
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KENOSHA, Wis. /eNewsChannels/ — Ambrosia Juice Co., a purveyor of fresh fruit and vegetable juices and smoothies, has opened a retail location in Pleasant Prairie, Wis. The 1,200-square-foot store at 9901 77th Street, near the new Target on Highway 50 at the Shoppes at Prairie Ridge, is a healthful destination serving flavorful fresh-pressed fruit and vegetable juices; fresh-squeezed orange juice; and smoothies made from whole fruits, juice and ice with a variety of healthful supplemental healthful add-ins available.
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ORLANDO, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — Wearing sagging pants has not only been outlawed in Florida public schools, but the Metropolitan Etiquette Authority recently launched a New York City-wide poster campaign to ‘Pull up Your Pants.’ Well, there may now be a solution to these problems – DUKEXXX’s ‘No drag sagg.’
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MILWAUKEE, Wis. /eNewsChannels/ — In celebration of Labor Day, the last official long weekend of summer, Big Bay Brewing Co. has introduced its Long Weekend India Pale Ale (IPA). The IPA style brew is the first of a series of limited edition beers to be introduced by the Shorewood, Wisconsin-based craft brewer.
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MILWAUKEE, Wis. /eNewsChannels/ — With the dog days of summer upon us, Big Bay Brewing Co., producer of hand-crafted specialty beers, announces the introduction of two refreshing all-natural gourmet sodas. The craft brewer, based in Shorewood, Wis., is unveiling its Pierjumper Twisting Citrus and Oh Buoy! Cherry Cola across Wisconsin this month.
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ELKHART, Ind. /eNewsChannels/ — REMIS AMERICA LLC, the maker of energy efficient doors and covers, has expanded its American production, creating jobs and standing out in a tough economy. Driven by increased demand for its energy saving solutions and several commitments from major North American grocery retailers that extend into 2012, Indiana production of REMIS doors will now include the RemiSafe T line.
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CAMARILLO, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — AMT Datasouth Corp. a leading supplier of value added printing solutions, announced today that, the Fastmark PT-1 battery powered portable thermal bar code printer is now available. The Fastmark PT-1 is supplied with AMT Datasouth’s proven proprietary PAL programming language.
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LANCASTER, Pa. /eNewsChannels/ — In White is proud to announce the opening of its new couture bridal gown salon at 661 Harrisburg Avenue in Lancaster’s College Row Shoppes. An open house is scheduled July 15 and 16, 2001, between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. to allow brides-to-be to see the new gown collection.
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ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. /eNewsChannels/ — Prestige Imports, LLC is excited to announce the upcoming launch of Penthouse branded libido and sexual wellness shots: Per4mance Shots by Penthouse for men and Pleasure Shots by Penthouse for women. The launch is a result of Prestige Imports’ licensing deal with General Media Communications, Inc., the publisher of Penthouse Magazine.
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THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Hill PHOENIX, a designer and manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment, and Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market will host a community open house at Sprouts’ first GreenChill Platinum Award-winning store on May 17 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. The Westlake Village store is only the third grocery store in the nation to receive the EPA’s highest GreenChill Award.
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DENVER, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ — Recycle Fashionably announced this week that Bikram Yoga Calgary is its 50th retailer to carry the environmentally friendly, and oh so fashionable Sweat Mate – a reusable, waterproof bag.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Julie Acevedo and Julio Guerra of Juju Concepts LLC announce the new additions to the Juju Band family. The Helmet collection was inspired by an invitation to attend the 2010 Super Bowl. ‘Our company wanted to focus on something that included the well being of the entire family and sports were the natural choice for us.’
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BROWNSVILLE, Texas /eNewsChannels/ — Guinness and Bass have customized beer-layering tools and now, thanks to JMB Brewcraft, other breweries, pubs, beer festivals and more will also have a cool, new item to share with their brew-buying public: the all new, customizable black and tan spoon.
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VERO BEACH, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — Diossy Brothers LLC, a fine-art apparel company, announces the launch of its exciting new apparel line available exclusively on-line and soon to be made available to select retailers.
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CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ — If you’re wondering who is behind the dynamic U.S. re-launch of Gogo’s Crazy Bones – the #1 promotional toy of 2009 and 2010 in Europe, South America, Mexico, and key Asian markets – look no further than Brandjolt, LLC. Chosen by the brand’s worldwide promotional licensor and exclusive producer, PPI Worldwide, Brandjolt is a promotions and advertising agency.
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ATLANTA, Ga. /eNewsChannels/ — CMI, a full-service marketing research company, announces the addition of Family Dollar Stores, Inc. (NYSE:FDO) to its client roster. Family Dollar kicked-off a chain-wide customer satisfaction tracking program with CMI in the second quarter of 2010.
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DENVER, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ — With the economy in the state it has been over past few years, and the price of gold as high as it has ever been, some may find it ironic, that charity fundraising is at an all-time high, says The Gold Exchange. Fundraising parties, often with cheese, wine, and entertainment are springing up all over the United States.
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NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ — Have you ever heard of a drinkable cosmetic? While most hair-conditioning products are limited to hair, e-CURE Treatment products by Armada-Style USA may also be used for the skin and users can swallow it down too.
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ATLANTA, Ga. /eNewsChannels/ — Lift361, LLC, a leading marketing analytics firm dedicated to empowering retailers’ strategies and tactics with data, today announced its intent to develop Retail Decision Analytics solutions for Microsoft Dynamics CRM. These solutions will enable retailers to leverage their Customer Relationship Management (CRM) investment to drive sales lift.
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. /eNewsChannels/ — Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRoNA) has awarded local restaurant Uncle Sal’s Italian Restaurant and Bar with its prestigious Achievement of Distinction in Dining in the Legendary Landmark category. Uncle Sal’s is only the second restaurant in DiRoNA history to be recognized in this category.
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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /eNewsChannels/ — The LifeSpan TR1200i folding treadmill was named ‘Best New Treadmill’ by Treadmill Doctor in their 2011 fitness equipment reviews. Fitness Professor Review also selected the LifeSpan TR1200i, made by PCE Health and Fitness as its choice for ‘Best Treadmill under $1000.’
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MILWAUKEE, Wis. /eNewsChannels/ — Big Bay Brewing Co. is introducing a signature line of hand-crafted beers to consumers throughout Wisconsin. The craft brewer, based in Shorewood, Wis., recently received its federal and state brewing licenses and will be launching two craft beers through select retailers, bars and restaurants across the state this month.
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SPRINGFIELD, N.J. /eNewsChannels/ — November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. This year’s theme, ‘Get Seizure Smart,’ encouraged Dominick and Kristina Toresco of Readington, New Jersey, to share their son’s experience with his neurological impairment. The Torescos are generous fund raisers for the Epilepsy Foundation, through their New Jersey auto dealerships.
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NORTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. /eNewsChannels/ — For the second time in its history, Belvidere Pharmacy of North Plainfield has secured the coveted Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board’s (PCAB) Seal of Accreditation. Registered in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, Belvidere was the first and is still the only accredited PCAB pharmacy in the New York metro area. It has held this distinction since 2007.
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ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — Dominex LC, the leader in specialty eggplant products for over 25 years has launched another delicious frozen delight: ‘Veggie Fries: Breaded Italian Style Eggplant Fries,’ now available at Publix and coming to other retailers nationwide soon. The Veggie Fries offer a unique and healthy alternative to traditional French fries and onion rings.
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ATLANTA, Ga. /eNewsChannels/ — Selling a business is much easier when business owners have accurate and organized records, say two Georgia financial experts. They will discuss how due diligence can help or hinder a business sale during the Nov. 30, 2010 meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers.
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LYON, France /eNewsChannels/ — Gourmets Passions announces the arrival of a new range of southern Rhone wines to hit shelves in the United States for the 2010 holiday season. THE VINS (THE WINES) is a direct response to the growing sentiment from young wine consumers that French wines, although well-respected, are seen as specialty items and can be overly complex.
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HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa. /eNewsChannels/ — Multi-Flow Industries, a Beverage Processor founded in 1937, recently launched a new Fountain-Dispensed Lemon-Lime Carbonated Soft Drink brand. CEO Mark Stephens announced, ‘We’re incredibly proud of our new premium lemon-lime soft drink, that has consistently beaten all 3 of the other national brands in blind taste tests.’
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LARGO, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — Savory Restaurant and Pizzeria has been honored by Celebration Media, U.S. (CMUS) as one of its 2010 Talk of the Town Award Recipients in the category of top restaurants. This is the second year CMUS has honored companies with the prestigious Talk of the Town Awards.
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. /eNewsChannels/ — PremiumEcigarette this week announced that it has revised its web site to be bigger and better than ever. It’s not just about electronic cigarettes anymore. In fact, just last week, PremiumEcigarette exhibited at the NACS tradeshow in Atlanta where its e-cigarette was in the top 10 for being the most scanned product by attendees in the ‘Cool New Product Review Room.’
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SOMERVILLE, N.J. — The benchmark in a new generation of anti-aging is here – E’shee Cellular Repairing Night Cream. This new skin care product is the culmination of cutting-edge research in stem cell technology and anti-aging medicine. It utilizes the most advanced technology in skin care.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Time and Gems, the #1 U.S. online Rolex dealer, has released the world’s first two two-tone Rolex watch coated using a process called Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) that transforms their appearance while making them up to 20 times more scratch resistant.
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SHORT HILLS, N.J. — DoubleTake, a world-famous designer consignment boutique, will open three new stores throughout New Jersey this summer after posting double-digit sales increases the past two years, and wants to see you profit as well. Marci Kessler and other expert employees have flown across the globe as part of the store’s unique consignment concierge service.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Time and Gems, an independent Rolex retailer offering premium Rolex customizations, releases a video on their website that shows in detail the top-secret PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) process that many fine Swiss watch manufacturers are using to coat stainless steel watches with an all-black highly scratch-resistant coating.
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TOLEDO, Ohio — Tireman Auto Service Centers, located in Ohio and Michigan, has implemented two new “recession fighters” for tire customers. One new offering, “Free Tire Repairs,” has the attached slogan “No matter where you bought your tires.” Regardless of where a customer purchased their [...]
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — PremiumEstore LLC has been closely monitoring the news about the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulating e-cigarettes. Today, it is excited to announce that the FDA cannot regulate electronic cigarettes, making it possible to now offer its products to national chains, [...]
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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The new compact LifeSpan TR200 folding treadmill, made by PCE Health and Fitness (www.LifeSpanFitness.com), was highly praised by treadmill review groups in recent reviews of the best treadmills for 2010. The compact TR200 folding treadmill received awards for Best New [...]
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CLEVELAND, Ohio — If you have to put your hands in it, or breathe it, or walk on carpets sprayed with it, shouldn’t it be safe? National surveys show growing numbers of shoppers are asking that question when they choose household cleaners. The makers of [...]



