Igloo has built its name as the most recognized brand in coolers since originating the category in 1947. Research shows that consumers regard Igloo as the most popular cooler line in the U.S. For everyone, Igloo means quality and durability. So much so that three in every four U.S. households own at least one Igloo cooler!Today, Igloo remains the number-1 ice chest manufacturer worldwide; and They are excited about improving and enhancing their existing product line and developing new products to meet the needs of consumers.

Rawlings Sporting Goods Company is a heavy hitter in baseball equipment. The company makes and distributes equipment and protective gear for baseball, softball, football, basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Rawlings sells through mass merchandisers, sporting goods retailers, and online. Rawlings Sporting Goods Company licenses its name for an array of merchandise, including apparel, toys, and shoes. Rawlings equipment is used in Major League Baseball (MLB) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) games, as well as by interscholastic and amateur organizations. It is also the exclusive supplier of baseball helmets to the MLB. In 2007 the company was acquired by consumer products manufacturer Jarden.

From humble beginnings as a small tool manufacturer in Porto Alegre, Brazil over 60 years ago, Forjas Taurus (translation: Taurus Forge) has become a diversified, international company and one of the largest small arms manufacturers in the world. The company produced its first revolver in 1941. The gun combined elements from several Manufacturers of that day, including Colt, Smith & Wesson and certain Spanish brands. This first revolver was designated the Model 38101SO. Taurus soon became a major factor in the South American market and experienced continuous growth. In 1989, the company celebrated its 50th Anniversary. The celebration was capped off at the January 1990 S.H.O.T. Show, with Taurus giving away a brand new 1990 Ford Taurus to a lucky Dealer from New Mexico.There was cause for celebration in 1994 when Forjas Taurus received the prestigious ISO 9001 designation from the International Organization for Standardization for superior manufacturing and marketing practices. Only one other firearms company in the world has obtained this designation. Currently, Taurus U.S.A. is at work to share this honor with the parent company.

Graco continues its tradition of innovation, with products like the imonitor™ Digital Baby Monitor and the compact folding Contempo™ Highchair. In 1998, Graco proudly acquired Century Car Seats, combining two of the most respected brand names in baby products, and leading to innovative products like the TurboBooster® SafeSeat™ (Step 3) youth booster car seat.Today, Graco is a Newell Rubbermaid™ company, with 1500 associates worldwide. While a half-century has brought many changes to Graco, the dedication and commitment to designing and manufacturing top-quality products—products that inspire parents and babies alike—remains, and continues on.

CHF Industries, Inc., of New York, is one of the leading marketers and manufacturers of window curtains, fashion bedding and accessories, and decorative bathroom products in North and South America.CHF is known for home textile products marketed under the brand names of Donna Karan Collection, DKNY, Peri Homeworks, Hemingway, Daisy Fuentes, Umbra, Loft Style, Cameo, Aloha and Aberdeen. In addition to branded products, CHF is the largest private label supplier of retail-specific bedding product. The company is recognized as a leader in innovative product development, creative merchandising, global sourcing, and exceptional customer service. CHF are taking steps to benefit the planet through sustainable manufacturing methods and the introduction of organic products.

German cars are known for their engineering excellence, and the high-style appliances made by Miele are no different. Miele is the US arm of Miele & Cie. KG, which has been run by the Miele family (now in its fourth generation) since it was founded in 1899. Miele USA was established in 1984 and operates showrooms in about a dozen states, but Miele's products are sold nationwide through specialty retailers. Miele makes vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, coffee makers, ovens, cooktops, ventilation hoods, washers, dryers, and professional-grade appliances. Its products are also sold in 36 other countries. Miele plans to start selling refrigeration and wine storage units by 2009.

Flexplay Technologies, Inc. is a developer and supplier of limited-life optical media technology. Flexplay time-limited DVDs offer unlimited, perfect-quality DVD playback in any standard DVD player, but only within a pre-set viewing window that begins when the user opens the sealed Flexplay DVD package. Shortly after the viewing period elapses, the Flexplay DVD becomes unplayable and can be safely recycled or discardedWorking in partnership with its subsidiary Flexplay Entertainment, LLC and a network of leading DVD replicators, the company supplies its technology for a variety of applications including “No-Return DVD Rental” – a retail program that offers consumers a convenient, on-demand DVD rental without the need to ever return the disc.

Olympus Corporation gadgetry gods at Olympus Corporation of the Americas are counting on shoppers to stay crazy for digital cameras, binoculars, and other imaging products. The company also markets such items as audio recording equipment, specialty photo lenses, and other consumer electronic goods. Olympus Corporation of the America's Scientific Equipment Group sells professional products including microscopes, chemical diagnostic equipment, and medical imaging devices for the scientific and health care industries. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, established as Olympus America in 1977, is the sales subsidiary of Tokyo-based parent Olympus Corporation for the US, Canada, and Latin America.

HoMedics established its reputation initially as the leading manufacturer of back and body massagers. Today, HoMedics manufacture and market the most complete line of personal health, wellness and relaxation products sold in America.HoMedics product line now spans a wide range of categories including: massagers, footbaths, diagnostic healthcare products, weight management products, sensory and relaxation products, sleep solutions, and home environment products. The central theme for them is always the consumer and improving their lives affordably.

Uncle Josh Bait Company makes a variety of pork rind fishing bait including pork frogs, strips, jigs, and spinner bait. It also sells preserved natural bait such as crawfish, crickets, maggots, and worms. The bait is sold in resealable bags or in pint jars of salt brine solution to help preserve the taste and texture, making it more attractive to fish. Uncle Josh's pork rind snacks (for humans) come in BBQ, Hot & Spicy, and Original flavors. Its products are sold online and in selected retailers. The company is owned by president Kurt Kellogg and investors Patrick McDevitt and Chris Miller, who purchased it from the founding Jones family in 2002.

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