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OXO Steel POP Scoops
Double Award Win OXO has earned two prestigious awards for its innovative Steel POP storage containers, in the 2021 International Red Dot and iF Design Awards. Taking storage to the next level, OXO POP Containers combine functionality with an elevated stainless-steel finish to fit a modern design aesthetic. Designed to be displayed on kitchen worktops and shelves, each Steel POP container features a brushed stainless-steel lid with a unique push-button mechanism that creates an airtight seal with just one push. A clear body allows ingredients to be seen at a glance, while smooth curved corners help to dispense with ease. A line of solution-based accessories, such as scoops and levellers, complement the containers and conveniently attach to the underside of lids. In the 2021 Red Dot Awards, the OXO Steel POP collection received recognition for Product Design. One of the most sought-after seals of approval, these awards are highly coveted and given to the best products on the market internationally.
Eddingtons Introduce Virtual Showroom
Eddingtons Ltd is thrilled to announce the launch of a virtual customer experience that includes a walk around tour of their trade showroom giving prospective buyers the opportunity to browse their broad product range from the comfort of their desktop or mobile device. With products available to view in a user- friendly interactive way, customers can take a tour or navigate themselves through the showrooms and ranges. At the click of a button, direct links to the Eddingtons B2B website, allows customers to toggle between the Virtual Showroom and their online order or switch to further research product detail, brands and ranges or simply have fun and tune in to product videos or demonstrations. Tabitha Monkhouse, Digital Marketing
Executive, said “We are delighted with the way in which the virtual tour conveys each and every product. It is a great sales tool that we can now use to refer to when reaching out to prospective customers and makes ordering online even easier”.
May/June 2021
Squire’s Garden Centres has donated £4,230 to Greenfingers, a charity which builds magical gardens at hospices for children and their families to relax in and find peace and enjoyment. The donation represents the proceeds of the government 5p carrier bag tax which has been raised by Squire’s over the last two years. Sarah Squire, Chairman of Squire’s Garden Centres, said; “I am so pleased we are able to give this money to Greenfingers. It is an amazing charity which helps children
and their families by creating beautiful and inspiring gardens.” Linda Petrons, Director of Fundraising and Communications at Greenfingers Charity added; “On behalf of us all at Greenfingers Charity, I would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Sarah and the team at Squire’s for supporting our work once again. With seven Greenfingers gardens currently in the planning stages, this generous donation will go a long way to ensuring our work,
creating well-designed and inspiring gardens in children’s hospices.” Squire’s has donated the government’s carrier bag tax to Greenfingers Charity for the last five years. The carrier bag charge has now increased from 5p to 10p. Squire’s will continue to donate all proceeds from the carrier bag charge to Greenfingers Charity.
DKB Announces Exclusive UK Distribution Deal with Uncanny Brands
popcorn makers to toasters and hand blenders all designed around iconic licensed characters from Star Wars, Marvel and Pokemon among others.
The premium homewares brand with established success in the US & Canada has appointed DKB as its exclusive UK distributor across all key lines. Best known for pop culture small appliances, Uncanny Brands is dedicated to creating licensed products that are cool and quirky, but useful, too. Ideal as gifts, the Uncanny Brands product lines include themed kitchen accessories ranging from
With initial product lines selling out instantly, DKB is committed to bringing in new shipments to supply its core and new retailer base. With limited distribution for 2021, the company is planning 2022 volumes now ahead of time so as to be able to respond quickly to growing consumer demand for these fantastic homeware’s products. “I am very proud to be working with a company like
Uncanny Brands. Together we will offer fans of some of the worlds’ biggest licenses the opportunity to own a gadget or appliance featuring their favourite characters” comments Chris Lohmeyer, MD of DKB Distribution & Toys. “The enduring appeal of these licensed ranges has had a huge impact on demand across UK retail and we are preparing well in advance for 2022 in order to facilitate as many orders as possible. We are starting small in 2021 but I cannot wait to see the success of Uncanny Brands in the UK in 2022 and beyond,”
Home Hardware (Scotland) Ltd Invest in Logistics
Home Hardware (Scotland) Ltd has invested in its logistics structure by adding a new 18-ton Daf lorry to its branded fleet. Home Hardware Scotland took the decision to go ahead with the new lorry despite the current Coronavirus crisis. Their stores were classed by the Government as ‘Essential’, therefore demand for weekly deliveries has been stronger than ever. There are now 5 Home
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to over 60 stores throughout Scotland and the north of England. Each shop receives a dependable weekly or twice weekly delivery, on a specific day at a specific time. This reliable flow of goods allows
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members to reduce their stock holding accordingly, and the Home Hardware fleet of lorries helps to build brand visibility for the store owners and reinforce brand awareness to customers.
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