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Schools and retailers link up for uniform giveaway campaign
wo schools have received a dozen rucksacks full of school uniform, which will be given to the parents of pupils that may be struggling financially to cover the costs of a new uniform. West Midlands-based schoolwear supplier Clive Mark donated the garments to Lordswood Boys’ School and Central Academy in Birmingham, while tie and bag manufacturer William Turner donated the rucksacks themselves. The two schools will be able to provide parents they identify as being most in need of support with a full school uniform items include blazers, jumpers, trousers, and shirts. The donation was part of a campaign from The Schoolwear Association, which is urging uniform suppliers and retailers to donate what they can to local schools in their communities.
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David Burgess, chairman of the Schoolwear Association, said: “We are excited to launch this campaign as it is something we have wanted to do for a while as an association. The first term back at school can be difficult for some families,
school uniform to help them get the most from their education. All of our members are passionate about school uniform and allowing children to get the most from their education is why this campaign is so important to us.”
Jim McNicholas, managing director of uniform supplier, Clive Mark, said he was proud to be involved in the campaign. “Many parents often aren’t aware of the offers and schemes that are in place with many specialist uniform retailers which are designed to provide an affordable quality uniform for their children.
David Bailey, headmaster at Birmingham-based Central Academy
with the summer break and upcoming festive period often taking its toll on finances.
“The association recently launched its ‘every child is worth it’ campaign, and knows that every child should be clothed in durable, high quality and presentable
Roland DG cotodesign offers retail customers unique in-store experience
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nnovative design and print management software package Cotodesign from Roland DG is now compatible with more Roland DG devices than ever before.
The list of compatible devices now extends to:
● VersaUV LEF series of UV-LED inkjet printers. ● VersaSTUDIO BT-12 DTG printer. ● VersaSTUDIO BN-20 printer/cutter. ● METAZA MPX-95 metal engraving machine. ● CAMM-1 GS-24 vinyl cutter.
cotodesign offers an intuitive customer-facing interface for on-demand product personalisation, even in small retail environments such as kiosks and department store concessions, or at pop-ups and events. Tailored to their brand, product range and market segment, retailers can differentiate themselves from their competitors by providing consumers with a positive interactive shopping experience.
In just a few minutes customers can take home their unique personalised item. Customers use the intuitive interface on in-store tablets to select
the product they want to personalise and choose from a range of design templates. By connecting to the store’s wi-fi network they can upload their own photos or images from their mobile devices to create a truly unique item. cotodesign software is fully integrated with a selection of Roland DG’s compact and intuitive devices which quickly and safely image the customer’s design onto their chosen product as soon as the order is placed.
| 10 | January 2020
“It’s great to be a part of a campaign that will give parents who are struggling one less thing to worry about at an expensive time of the year and enable their children to get more enjoyment out of their time at school,” he said.
David Bailey, headteacher at Central Academy, added: “I am delighted to receive uniforms and back packs on behalf of Central Academy for the first Giveaway campaign. Our students and families will benefit from these gifted items and I know they will be gratefully received.”
Dickies introduces new flexible fabric
comfort. D The range is
launching with two new trouser styles: Universal Flex Trouser and the Lead In Flex Trouser, both of which feature
Dickies’ FLEX Fabric,
ickies has introduced the FLEX Workwear collection, which incorporates new fabric technology designed to enhance flexibility and
Universal Flex Trouser
its latest innovation, created to provide optimum mobility and all-day comfort.
Available with or without holster pockets, the Universal Flex Trouser features FLEX fabric panels in key places such as the back of the calves and the waistband. Designed in a smart, slim fit, the trouser also features Cordura reinforcements for added durability. Easy to move and stretch in, the Lead In Flex Trouser is designed with a tapered leg, creating a more simple, minimal look.
Also benefiting from the new FLEX fabric is the GDT Premium Trouser, a cotton-rich option in a regular fit, which is now available in a new camouflage colour variation.
James Whitaker, marketing director, said: “The latest in performance workwear, our FLEX Workwear range allows the wearer to comfortably move and bend as their job demands.
“The new trouser styles include both smart and casual options, giving tradespeople and craftspeople the practical support they need to do their job well, while fitting the image they like to cultivate at work.”
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