Health & Wellness
June 5, 2020 at 11:23 am
On June 11, Upper Midwest Association of Promotional Professionals (UMAPP) is hosting a free virtual event called “Peace Amongst the Chaos” to all industry professionals. At 10 a.m. Central Time, promo products professionals can learn how to experience inner peace and calm in their lives as Charley Johnson of HPG Brands teaches the industry different…
June 4, 2020 at 1:38 pm
LAT Apparel, Ball Ground, Ga., announced that it is offering reusable, two-ply, decorator-friendly face coverings for adults (under the LAT Brand) and kids (under the company’s Rabbit Skins Brand). These decorator-friendly versions are ideal for screen print, heat transfers, direct-to-garment, embroidery and pad printing. Both versions come in black/black, white/black and white/white. The reusable masks…
May 27, 2020 at 2:43 pm
Scientists are working on creating a treatment for face masks that not only prevent pathogens from spreading, but actually kills the virus on contact. According to Newsweek, researchers at the University of Kentucky have been working on a mask that would “capture and deactivate” the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19...
May 21, 2020 at 2:02 pm
As the old saying goes, “Wu-Tang is for the children.” By that, we mean members of the Wu-Tang Clan are doing their part to help communities and people in need by selling co-branded hand sanitizer and T-shirts to benefit a city far from their own Shaolin (Staten Island). Now, take this moment to toss up…
May 21, 2020 at 1:56 pm
For "Tiger King" fans looking for a way to display their in-show allegiances, the merchandise world has begun to give them their chance, as series star Carole Baskin recently released branded face masks that bear her signature saying, “Hey, all you cool cats and kittens."...
May 20, 2020 at 1:47 pm
Proforma, Cleveland, announced Kimberly Fulford as its new product and PPE manager. In her new role, Fulford will report to CEO Vera Muzzillo. Fulford brings more than 20 years of business experience and success in sales, operations, distribution and marketing. During the last six years, Fulford has held various…
May 19, 2020 at 12:48 pm
Rock icons Devo have cashed in on their weirdness over the years, and they are now using their singular identity to sell branded PPE items, with a face shield incorporating Devo's famous "Energy Dome" headwear earning our vote as the most creative promotional product meant to combat the COVID-19 pandemic...
May 13, 2020 at 1:33 pm
Wearable technology plays a key role in the development of health care advancements. It has the ability to track vitals, transmit information to medical professionals and provide data during emergencies. There have been stories of items like Fitbit bracelets literally saving people’s lives. For a lot of medical issues, time is of the essence, so…
May 12, 2020 at 12:53 pm
We've missed sports immensely since the middle of March, and the news of MLB's possible July restart provides us hope. As a part of our fandom, we are also happy to report that with the recent inclusion of MLB, branded masks are available for supporters of every major U.S. pro sports league, a possible indicator of more widespread mask sales opportunities...
May 12, 2020 at 9:50 am
With growing concerns due to the COVID-19 outbreak in Ohio, 5B’s Embroidery & Screen Print, Zanesville, Ohio, has shifted its focus to joining the fight. 5B’s started making masks for the local hospital and then selling face coverings on its online retail store, all while adhering to the CDC’s social distancing guidelines. Beginning in late…
