Short Takes
Staff -- Gifts & Decorative Accessories, 11/1/2000
For under cabinets and counters and other hard-to-light areas, W.A.C. Lighting presents the single-light bar line voltage fixture that accommodates a 25-watt halogen lamp. A frosted lens diffuses the light perfectly. Two-, three-, four-, and six-light bars are also available. These miniature light bar units are on 1" deep and 3-1/8 wide, with lengths ranging from 7" for the single-light to 36" for the six-light version. They can be hard-wired for permanent installation or used as a portable light. Available in two finishes: metallic bronze or white. Comes with high/low dimmer switch. W.A.C. Lighting, Garden City, NY. (800) 526-2588.
Walls+Forms recently added a cube display unit to its rapidly growing point-of-sale display line. The cubes are ideal for organizing and displaying potpourri, plush, candles, keychains, novelties, jewelry, and more. The units are designed to accept standard slatwall and pegboard accessories, as well as other accessories available from the company. Available in white, black, gray, almond, and hardrock maple. Also from Walls+Forms are stylish, yet functional, EuroSign Display Frames that can be attached to a wall or display structure. The easy front-loading design makes it simple to insert signs, posters, or other attention-getting graphics, and gives them a finished, professional look. Comes in six colors. Sizes range from 11"x14" to 36"x48". Custom sizes available. Walls+Forms Inc., Dallas. (972) 980-7320.
Display Technologies offers a range of merchandisers, floor racks, end-cap displays, and shelf management systems to accommodate most retailers' design, storage, and display needs. Its TechStoc displays can be customized with graphics and colors for brand awareness and customer appeal. Display Technologies Inc., College Point, NY. (800) 424-4220.
Towne Squares is a new densely constructed, solution-dyed, loop pile nylon carpet in a checkerboard pattern from Burtco Ents. It is stain- and fade- resistant and will stand up to the heavy wear of a high-traffic area. This 4"x4" repeat pattern carpet comes in eight colors and has a 10-year wear and colorfast warranty. Burtco Ents., Dalton, GA. (800) 241-4019.
The Bench System Combo Kit from Badge-A-Minit is a new do-it-yourself button-making system for making both 2¼" and 3" buttons. The kit provide everything a retailer needs to make badges and buttons for special promotions. Badge-A-Minit, Oglesby, IL. (800) 223-4103.
JustPedestals Inc. has nesting display sets of pedestals and risers to fit any merchandising or display requirement. Lightweight and easy to handle, their nesting ability allows them to be easily stored or transported. They come in a variety of colors and styles including marble, melamine-clad, wood, and poly-resin classical. There's even a line of museum-quality pedestals. JustPedestals Inc., Dallas. (214) 341-7202.
Exhibitor Displays
For the manufacturer or rep who needs lightweight easy-to-assemble attractive booth display units, Dimension Displays designs customized exhibits utilizing lightweight, sturdy plastic slatwall and shelving, and promise stress-free setup. Dimension Display and Exhibit Corp., Boca Raton, FL. (800) 566-3433.
