INDUSTRY NEWS Company secretary celebrates 25 years at Madeira C
ongratulations to Clare Walsh, who recently celebrated 25 years
working at embroidery threads specialist, Madeira UK. Clare has seen many changes since she joined the company in 1987 to assist with transferring data to a computerised system. Previously all goods in and out including accounts had been recorded manually – hard to imagine now! The staff at Madeira held a celebration in honour of Clareʼs commitment to the company and to thank her for the exceptional work she has done over the years.
Clare was presented with gifts from staff and a chocolate shoe cake very skilfully made
by colleagues Jamie and Shirley.
Clare said: “I have seen many changes in my time at Madeira, joining in 1987 essentially to assist in the smooth transfer of data to a computer system.
“In 1988 the company moved to the new purpose-designed office and warehouse in Thirsk. This also involved taking on a large number of staff to ensure that our customersʼ needs were fully met.
“My role primarily is accounts and credit control; following the retirement of Sara Macpherson in 2001, I became Company Secretary.
“In 2004 the company moved again to a purpose-designed building, along with a new
Dates set for P&P Live
Following a hugely successful Printwear & Promotion Live 2012, make a date in your diaries for next yearʼs all-action show, which takes place in Hall 12 at Birminghamʼs NEC from February 24th to 26th. Weʼre expecting more than 100 stands and already, all of the key distributors and suppliers in the printwear industry have signed up for 2013. Look out for more news in next monthʼs issue!
Inks & More adds Anatol printing equipment to range
Inks & More is pleased to announce their appointment as UK and Ireland Sales Agents for Anatol printing equipment. Adding to their extensive range of inks and printing equipment, customers can now buy Anatol manual and automatic screen print carousels as well as electric and gas textile dryers direct from UK based Inks & More. A senior representative from Anatol told us: “Anatol Equipment Mfg. Co chose to work with Inks & More after being impressed by their customer dedication and professional quality service.” Anatol Equipment is helping printers of every size to operate efficiently, cost- effectively and competitively throughout the world. They are perfect for textile printers looking for a machine that is efficient enough to keep up with orders and keep costs down.
With a full range of sizes and options, thereʼs a solution for all budgets and space. ■ For more information call 01782 514154.
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LEFT TO RIGHT: Cake makers Shirley and Jamie present Clare (centre) with her anniversary cake.
computer system.
“My thanks to all the staff at Madeira for their loyal support over the years. “Staff make a company and
Madeira is no exception. I have been privileged to work with so many lovely people.” ■ For more information visit
www.madeira.co.uk
Football mad John wins in BTC promo
D
istributor, BTC activewear, recently held a competition to promote their Bella+Canvas range, which is new
for 2012.
Every online order received for Bella+Canvas garments of £250 plus was automatically entered into a prize draw, with all entries in with a chance of winning
a fantastic prize of two tickets, plus £400 spending money for one of the Euro 2012 quarter finals.
The lucky winner was John Boak of Protype21 in London who said: “When BTC activewear announced that they would be distributing Bella+Canvas in 2012, I thought weʼd experiment and try it out on our “Terratag” range which drives our online sales. “As such weʼve found a brand that has an eclectic mix of fashion and culture with real support from an accessible team. “Iʼm a huge football fan and canʼt wait to see the Euros so thanks to the team at BTC activewear & Bella+Canvas for organising a great prize.”
Keep your eyes on the ball for future promotions from BTC and your chance to win fantastic prizes! ■ For more information visit
www.btcactivewear.co.uk
BACK OF THE NET: John Boak of Prototype21 receives his Euro 2012 tickets from BTC activewear’s Lee O’Connor.
It all adds up with letters and numbers package A
ir Waves have introduced an all new PVC free Letters and Numbers Package Program
offering a more convenient way to decorate athletic apparel. “We are offering three number styles and two letter styles in 4”, 6”, 8” and 10” sizes in the six most popular athletic colours,” Michael Leaventon says.
“We offer black, white, navy, red, gold and royal available in a single number pack of 5, 60 digit Team Pack and a 315 digit Number Kit. This is a real value considering the product is produced in our ECOTRANS PVC and Phthalate free heat transfer process.”
■ Visit
www.airwavesinc.com www.printwearandpromotion.co.uk
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