Founded in 1931 by Shojiro Ishibashi, Bridgestone has always been guided by the philosophy of our founder to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” Over the years, the pursuit of superior quality has resulted in Bridgestone becoming the global market leader in the rubber industry and in polymer science technologies.Today Bridgestone continues to push the performance capabilities for all the company products with an unmatched commitment to Research and Development.

Like the music and movies it reproduces, Cinram International Income Fund has changed with the times. Established in 1969 as a maker of eight-track cassettes, the firm is now the largest provider of pre-recorded multimedia products (DVDs, CDs, and other forms of home entertainment) for movie studios, music labels, video game publishers, and software firms in North America and Europe. Cinram has the capacity to make some 2.3 billion DVDs per year. It also has printing, packaging, and distribution operations, and provides distribution and logistics services to telecommunications firms through its wireless subsidiaries. Major Cinram customers include Warner Home Video, Lionsgate, Alliance Atlantis, and EMI Group.

Helen of Troy Limited, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the design, development, import, and distribution of brand-name consumer products worldwide. It operates through two segments, Personal Care and Housewares. The Personal Care segment offers hair dryers, straighteners, curling irons, hair setters, shavers, mirrors, hot air brushes, home hair clippers and trimmers, paraffin baths, massage cushions, footbaths, body massagers, brushes, combs, hair accessories, liquid and aerosol hair care and styling products, men’s fragrances, men’s deodorants, liquid and bar soaps, foot powder, body powder, and skin care products. The Housewares segment provides kitchen tools, cutlery, bar and wine accessories, household cleaning tools, food storage containers, tea kettles, trash cans, storage and organization products, hand tools, gardening tools, kitchen mitts and trivets, barbeque tools, and rechargeable lighting products. The company sells its products primarily through mass merchandisers, drug chains, warehouse clubs, catalogs, grocery stores, and specialty stores, as well as through beauty supply retailers and wholesalers. Helen of Troy Limited was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in El Paso, Texas.

Sundance Spas is devoted to improving health and lifestyles through the benefits of its superior hydrotherapy, which include relaxation, stress relief, the promotion of overall well-being, and the creation of an environment for balanced living. Since opening its first manufacturing facility in Costa Mesa, California in 1979, Sundance Spas has grown to become the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of acrylic spas. The portable and in-ground hot tubs produced by Sundance Spas are technologically advanced, well-designed, durable, and are complemented by a complete line of hot tub accessories. Sundance Spas can be found in more than 750 retail locations in more than 60 countries worldwide.

Dean Markley Strings primarily sells strings for acoustic, electric, and classical guitars, as well as basses and other instruments. It also sells pickups, tuners, and accessories. The company evolved when music store owner Dean Markley began experimenting with string designs and selling them in 1972 from his storefront. Markley's first taste of success came after he invented the Voice Box, a vocal effects processor, and rocker Peter Frampton featured it to orgiastic effect in his hit, "Show Me the Way." The Voice Box also brought the Markley name to the attention of distributors. Markley owns and runs Dean Markley Strings.

The company is a wholesale distributor of piano and organ parts, hardware, tools, and accessories, including metronomes and composer busts. In addition to wholesaling other brands, Schaff Piano makes piano and organ covers, bench cushions, refinishing supplies, tuning tools, and moving equipment under the Schaff and Hale names. Its products are distributed to piano supply dealers and music stores. Schaff Piano Supply was founded in 1884.

No need to sing the blues when you sing into Blue Microphones, unless of course you're a blues musician. The company designs, makes, and sells microphones for high-end studio applications as well as for the budget-minded garage band amateur. With manufacturing operations in Latvia, and distribution deals with Telex Communications, (makers of Electro-Voice) the company sells its products to those seeking a vintage sound and esthetic without the headache of vintage technology. The company also markets a tube microphone and instrument preamplifier and sells accessories for storage and use of classic mics. Instead of model numbers the products have colorful names and designs such as Cactus, Kiwi, and Baby Bottle.

American Textile Company was founded in Pittsburgh, PA in 1925 by the Ruttenberg family to make and sell all types of household products including a patented ironing board cover. In the 1980’s Reid Ruttenberg became sole owner and focused the company’s efforts on pillow and mattress protectors.In the 1990’s the company expanded its manufacturing capabilities into Central America. During this decade Reid’s sons, Lance and Blake, joined the organization as Executive Vice President/Vice President of Operations and Vice President of National Accounts respectively. In 2003 the company moved into its new headquarters in Duquesne, PA. In 2007 manufacturing and distribution facilities were opened in Salt Lake City, UT and Dallas TX.American Textile Company is proud to be a Pittsburgh based, family owned and operated business today, just as it was over 80 years ago. American Textile continues to evolve and grow through the development of new products focusing on protective and health bedding.

From its early roots on the LPGA Tour, Lady Fairway has been committed to developing quality golf equipment for women. More than just a brand name, Lady Fairway evokes a lifestyle through its sophisticated design and dedication to the latest technology not previously available to women. Each product is created specifically with the female golfer in mind, giving her the style, function and custom fit that only Lady Fairway can offer.

The Burton Corporation company, which does business as Burton Snowboards, is the world's leading snowboard manufacturer. It also makes snowboarding apparel, eyewear, boots, bindings, and packs under its namesake Burton, AK, Anon, and RED brands. The company maintains a network of about 10 retail shops and factory outlets in the US, Austria, and Japan. It also markets gear through sporting goods stores and online retailers, such as Altrec.com and Snow & Rock Sports. Taking to the beach, Burton operates surfboard maker Channel Island Surfboards, whose goods are available at its store in Santa Barbara, California, and in surf shops on the West Coast.

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