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H a r d w a r e & H o u s e w a r e s R e v i e w 2 7 T h u r s d a y, M a y 5 , 2 0 1 6 COSCO ELEVATES OUTDOOR LIVING EXPERIENCE "We are excited to offer an expanded line of outdoor furniture products for 2016. For more than 75 years, the Cosco brand has been synonymous with easy to use, high quality products that are in-step with current market trends. Our new outdoor line delivers on our brand promise to pro- vide consumers solutions that make life easier through smart designs at an excep- tional value. With consumers turning more and more to the internet for product information, breadth of selection and ultimate purchases, the Cosco brand gives consumers the confidence to pur- chase outdoor products sight unseen and not be disappointed," said Troy Franks, President of Cosco Home & Office Products, regarding Cosco's new line of out- door furniture products. Cosco's Serene Ridge Collection elevates the outdoor living experience. It features a classic silhouette with subtle, muted colors. The weather-resistant pow- der-coated aluminum frame is strong and supportive, while being light for easy move- ment. Items included in this collection are Dining, Conversation, Fire Pit and Chaise Lounge Chairs. Visit Cosco at booth #7206. For more information, contact Brennan Rotert, 2525 State Street, Columbus, IN 47201 or call 812.314.4452. AMERICAN MAID PROVIDES VALUE IN HOUSEHOLD PLASTICS An interview with Moe Vazin, Chief Executive Officer, American Maid. HHR: Tell our readers about your com- pany. What's your main line of business? MV: AmericanMaid designs and manu- facturers various types of household plastics, from water bottles to food stor- age and more. With our cutting edge technology, we are able to bring a variety of new and exciting products to our cus- tomers that can proudly hold the label Made in America. HHR: What would you say makes your company unique? MV: AmericanMaid is very unique. At American Maid, we are a one stop shop for our customer base. We are able to fill our customers' needs, from our vast product line from hydration, home stor- age, seasonal/party plastic, to food stor- age and much more. This gives our cus- tomers the ability to logistically procure their product from one of our many ware- house locations. HHR: What do you anticipate to be your greatest challenge in the year ahead? MV: AmericanMaid's greatest challenge for 2016 is to anticipate and forecast out the resin and oil industry. By forecasting out, we will be able to still bring the qual- ity and pricing to our customers in such a price sensitive market. Also, to insure that we have smooth expansion transition for 2016 and continual- ly bring our customers their prod- uct on time. HHR: Are you introducing any new products? MV: AmericanMaid is continu- ally producing and developing new products for our customers, for example, the Harvest pump- kin beverage dispenser. We are proud to say we have developed a new series of beverage dispensers that will take on new faces over the next sever- al years. The pumpkin is just one example of the many new seasonal items we are planning for the upcom- ing years. We have made strong inroads with the development of new and exciting products. With all our product lines, it is difficult to isolate one item. HHR: What distinguishes your products from the compe- tition? MV: AmericanMaid is very versatile in our plastic product line, which sets AmericanMaid apart from the competition. We continue to develop new and exciting product for our con- sumer base, while keeping in mind the end user. One main feature that sets us apart from our competitors: we deliver to our cus- tomers, value product whether the prod- uct is import or domestic. AmericanMaid also provides customization of our prod- uct by the customization required is in case pack, colors and can focus on pric- ing manufacturing and tailoring pro- grams to fit the needs of our retailers. For more information, call 877.864.2201 or email sales@vmi-am.com. PURIFY AND SANITIZE YOUR LAUNDRY WITH ECOWASHER Welcome to the world of EcoInventions ® . Its passion is to reinvent traditional inferior products that simply do not work. The company's lead innova- tion that is being used by thousands of enthusiasts across the country is the EcoWasher ® , a growing family of prod- ucts resulting in a superior alternative to doing laundry in a new environmentally conscious, modern way. Imagine never buying detergents, fabric softeners or using hot water ever again. EcoWasher technology is not new. It is used in hospitals and hotels worldwide. EcoInventions simply miniaturized this same technology and made it available for home use. In less than 10 minutes, EcoWasher transforms existing home washers into an oxygen powered deter- gent free antibacterial laundry system. EcoWasher prevents mold and gunk buildup. Unlike deter- gent, EcoWasher eliminates that smelly gunk buildup inside washers and behind the door. This is because EcoWasher is scientifically proven to kill mold, mildew and even infec- tious bacteria. Detergents do not. Experience cleaner, softer, germ free clothes. EcoWasher doesn't just deep clean; it purifies and sanitizes, leaving laundry brighter, fluffier and most impor- tantly, germ and odor free! Protect your family, the environment and your wallet, saving hundreds of dollars every year. Join the thousands of enthusiastic EcoWasher believers that will never return to buy- ing laundry detergent again. Fight back against the multi-billion dollar chemical giants and make the switch to oxygen rich detergent free EcoWasher today. After a simple 10 minute installation, you too will join the chemical free laundry revolution, and never buy laundry detergent again. WELLNESSMATS: STAND ON TREND AND IN COMFORT You already know WellnessMats as a leader in high performance anti-fatigue flooring solutions wherever you stand. Now with its highly acclaimed Estates Collection, WellnessMats delivers com- fort in the form of on-trend design, color and texture. WellnessMats was selected to be included in PANTONE's ColorWatch 2016 with several different inspired prod- ucts that will inform consumer purchases in 2017. PANTONE's ColorWatch show- cases the most innovative products defin- ing color and design trends for the com- ing year. "We researched the markets and planned our new Estates Collection with great care and consideration to both color and design," explains Daniel Bouzide, President and Chief Executive Officer of WellnessMats. "Consumers are increasingly [design] savvy…they demand home products that complement or match their décor and design choices. Being an anti- fatigue mat that performs doesn't mean you have to ignore great design and color trends," he adds. The Estates Collection (Coastal & Essential) offers more than 200 color, texture and pattern options for every room, transforming a floor mat into a veritable retreat for the feet. WellnessMats has always 'stood' for unprecedented comfort and performance, and now embody both style and luxury with a touch of sparkle and shimmer to compliment every home. What to Expect in 2017 Featured products in the PANTONE ColorWatch palette for 2017 include a diverse range of organic metallic tones, rustic earthenware hues and muted pas- tels that are equal parts sophisticated and calming. Right on trend, WellnessMats' Estates Collection includes shimmery warm coppers, cool silvers, sun-kissed pinks and seaside blues; colors and tex- tures that are reminiscent of the natural elements. WellnessMats embraces ergonomic engineering and imbues it with the colors and patterns that define individuality, beauty and personal retreat. All WellnessMats are manufactured with proprietary Advanced Polyurethane Technology™ (APT) to resist spills, stains and punctures, are proudly made in the U.S.A. and backed by a 20-Year Performance Warranty. The success of the Estates Collection marks a turning point in the long history for WellnessMats. Beautiful living never quite felt or looked quite so good. WellnessMats invites you to 'take a stand.' Fatigued joints, achy knees, feet and limbs are a thing of the past. For more information, go to www.well nessmats.com.