Mfrs. may choose Frankfurt vs. Cologne

Article Abstract:

Housewares manufacturers have mixed feelings about exhibiting at international fairs. Frankfurt's International Fair has a Kitchen and Housewares Section, and Cologne's International Hardware Fair has an International Housewares Center. Frankfurt seems to be wooing manufacturers away from Cologne, especially those making glassware and tableware.

Pressed and blown glass, not elsewhere classified, Semivitreous table & kitchenware, Exhibitions, Home furnishings, Frankfurt, Germany, Cologne, Germany, Frankfurt, Cologne

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'83 maybe year of the bear for major licensing firms

Article Abstract:

The most recent addition of licensing characters to housewares is the bear. The Care Bears were released by American Greetings recently. It is hoped that the bears will surpass Strawberry Shortcake in popularity. Other bear characters are discussed and how they are being promoted by their licensors.

TEXTILE MILL PRODUCTS, Usage, Marketing, Licensing agreements, Home furnishings industry, American Greetings Corp., General Mills Inc., Characters and characteristics, Characters, Trademark licensing, Trademark licenses, Parent Co., King Features Entertainment Inc.

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Pricing cuts electronic entries

Article Abstract:

Use of electronics in upgrading home appliances is rising and so are prices - cost factor of adding electronics has deterred many manufacturers - consumer acceptance will help to lower the prices.

Economic aspects, Technology application, Appliances, Home appliances, Electronic equipment and supplies, Electronic equipment

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