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Shade Systems Provides "Sail" Shades for Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
Shade Systems is proud to have provided the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden with a custom "Sail" shade system to cover their Children’s Garden and provide cooling shade relief and U.V. protection for visitors and their children. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond, Virginia,... - October 18, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
City of Brewer, Maine, Purchases Shade Systems Canopy to Fight Risk of Skin Cancer
Shade Systems is proud to have provided the City of Brewer, Maine, a "Double Post Hip" shade system at their municipal pool to provide much-needed cooling shade relief and U.V. protection. When the Maine Cancer Control Program offered the city a Skin Cancer Mini-Grant, city staff seized... - September 19, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Completes New "Sail" Installation for South Pointe Park in Miami Beach
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has provided one of its innovative "Sail" shade systems for the City of Miami Beach at their newly renovated South Pointe Park playground, an ultra high-profile waterfront location, in full view of cruise ships entering and leaving the Port of Miami. - September 01, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Announces New Custom Sail Canopies at the Houston Racquet Club
Shade Systems is proud to have provided The Houston Racquet Club, one of Texas’ premier country clubs, with a custom "Sail" shade system to cover their playground area and provide cooling shade relief and U.V. protection to children on the play equipment. - August 15, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Curtains and Drapes Easier to Hang Thanks to RI Firm
T & J Distributors reveals new curtain and drapery hardware that simplifies and greatly reduces the effort needed to hang window treatments. This exciting, ground-breaking, patent-pending innovation also eliminates damage to the face of valuable walls and woodwork. - July 18, 2011 - T & J Distributors
Shade Systems Completes Major Airport Parking Shade Project
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has completed on time and on budget its project to design, manufacture, and install the parking lot shade covers for the brand new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport near Panama City in the Florida panhandle. - June 28, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Alameda Spray Park in New Mexico Gets New Shade Systems Canopies in Time for the Summer Heat
Shade Systems is proud to be the shade manufacturer of choice for the park planning staff at Bernalillo County for the Alameda Spray Park in New Mexico. The shades were installed on budget and on time - just in time for a hot summer. - June 28, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Utah Shutters Opens New Location in West Valley City
Due to rapid growth, Utah Shutters Inc. has recently opened its new location in West Valley City to accommodate future operations. - June 10, 2011 - Utah Shutters
The Citadel Gets New Shade Systems Canopies at Their Football Stadium
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina since 1842, is enjoying the cooling shade of its Shade Systems canopies at its football stadium now that another hot summer is upon us. The Citadel had been using rented tents to provide shade over the fourth story terrace of their football... - May 31, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Provides Its Framed "Sail" Shades for New Elementary School in St. Augustine, FL
The newly constructed Mill Creek Elementary School in historic St. Augustine, Florida, is prepared to protect its children from the sun’s harmful U.V. rays with a brand new framed 'Sail' system from Shade Systems. This imaginative multi-tiered Sail system with integral steel support frame... - March 19, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Miami-Dade County Receives New Shade Systems Mega Span Playground Shade
Shade Systems is proud to continue supplying its shade products to Miami-Dade County Parks with the recent completion of this 40’x48’ Mega Span at Norman and Jean Reach Park in Miami Gardens. This shade structure was installed over the playground to protect children and their parents... - February 02, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Provides Its 'Sail' Shades at Locust State Park Amphitheatre for the Prince William County Park Authority (PWCPA) in Triangle, Virginia
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has provided its innovative and aesthetically-designed Shade ‘Sails’ for the Prince William County Park Authority (PWCPA) in Triangle, Virginia. Installed at the County’s Locust State Park this past summer, the Sails have provided much-needed... - November 06, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Awarded Contract to Shade Entire Airport Parking Lot
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has been contracted to design, manufacture, and install the parking lot shade covers for the brand new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport near Panama City in the Florida panhandle. - October 05, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Completes Major Shade Project for the City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has provided its innovative 'Sail' products for the new City of Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. The Boardwalk opened to rave reviews in May, and extends 1.2 miles along the Atlantic shore in sunny Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Shade Systems colorful canopies are... - July 29, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Provides 'Twist Sail' Shade Cover for Playground at Aviary Park in Murphy, Texas
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has provided its innovatively designed “Twist” Sail canopy for the City of Murphy, Texas, at Aviary Park. City staff together with their consulting landscape architect cited Shade Systems' unique one-point attachment system as one reason why its Sail shade was specified for this high-profile park project. - July 29, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Provides New 'Octagon' Mega Span for City of Oakland Park, Florida
Shade Systems is proud to announce the City of Oakland Park, Florida, has purchased an ‘Octagon’ Mega Span shade cover to shade a playground at Collins Community Center. The Octagon shade design features an eight-sided canopy with eight support columns, giving it a whimsical... - July 27, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Shade Systems Protects Water Treatment Tanks for City of Margate, FL
Shade Systems is proud to announce the installation of its Mega Span shade covers for the City of Margate, Florida, to cover their hypo sodium tanks at the city water treatment plant. The Shade Systems shade fabric screens out over 90% of the sun’s damaging U.V. rays, thereby extending the life of the tanks by at least 2 years. Because of how expensive the tanks are to replace, that added lifespan more than pays for the cost of the shade over the long run. - May 13, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Pompano Beach Parks Get New Shade Systems Canopies
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has provided its Mega Span shade covers for the City of Pompano Beach, Florida, at Coleman Park and Sandspur Park. These installations feature the Shade Systems Turn-N-SlideTM easy fastening system, which makes it simple for City staff to quickly remove the canopy in case of hurricane. Just as importantly, it also allows City staff to re-attach their canopy without hiring expensive outside help. - May 01, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
3 Day Blinds Names New CEO
Kevin Rabbitt Announced as New Chief Executive Officer, Michael Bush to Remain on Board of Directors. - April 16, 2010 - 3 Day Blinds
3 Day Blinds Launches New Line of Fashion Fabrics
Window Treatments in 165 New Fashion Fabrics have been Released by 3 Day Blinds. - March 19, 2010 - 3 Day Blinds
New Website Launch - www.velux-blinds-shop.co.uk
Full Ecommerce website offering Velux Blinds direct from Velux. - February 26, 2010 - Velux Blinds shop
Shade Systems Provides Its Mega Span Shade Covers for City of Miami Springs, FL
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has provided multiple Mega Span shade covers for the City of Miami Springs, located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. As a satisfied repeat buyer of Shade Systems products, municipal staff again selected Shade Systems to provide its Mega Span shade products at two of the City’s beautiful parks. - January 04, 2010 - Shade Systems, Inc.
New Website Launched - fakro-blinds.co.uk
New ecommerce website launched offering Fakro blinds to buy online. - December 13, 2009 - Fakro-Blinds.co.uk
Get the Inside Scoop on Interior Decorating with the Decorator's Notebook
This is by Decorators for Decorators... a new online magazine called the Decorator's Notebook. 20 Decorators have been chosen to write about various topics. To subscribe today visit www.thesdp.com. - November 21, 2009 - Impressive Windows & Interiors, LLC
Six Flags Mexico Purchases Cafe Umbrellas from Shade Systems
Shade Systems announces it has provided its innovative Cafe Umbrellas to Six Flags Mexico. Cafe Umbrellas by Shade Systems feature a cantilevered (offset) design for maximum seating underneath, and one-crank opening and closing - suitable for restaurants, hotels, resorts, and theme parks looking for durable commercial umbrellas. - November 19, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Window Blind Manufacturer in Taiwan Steps Into a New Age
With the glory of being one of the Taiwanese exhibited manufacturers to Messe Stuttgart in Germany, the leading window blind supplier is triggered to bring the company into a next level. In 2010, HV Apollo promise to continuously offer superior product quality, outstanding service standard and effective supply chain management to worldwide customers. - October 09, 2009 - HV Apollo Industrial Corporation
Shade Systems is Awarded Major Shade Project by City of Myrtle Beach, SC
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has been awarded a $1 million order to provide its innovative 'Sail' shade products for the new City of Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. - October 05, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Curtains, Blinds, Shutters – Which Are Best for You - Changing Curtains Launch Their New Informative Website
After a major overhaul Changing Curtains new updated highly informative website is launched as a resource to help people choose between curtains, blinds and shutters for their home or office. Which is going to suit a clients space best ? - September 08, 2009 - Changing Curtains
Heatkeeper Windows Introduces Premium Vinyl Windows and Doors with Built-in Blinds
US consumers now have a choice when it comes to purchasing windows with blinds. Heatkeeper's vinyl windows and doors, touted as a lower-priced option for those seeking the windows with blinds technology, come in 33 colors and are available nationwide. - September 04, 2009 - Heatkeeper Windows
Drapes of Joy Receives 2009 Best of Ambler Award
U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement Drapes of Joy has been selected for the 2009 Best of Ambler Award in the Draperies category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local... - August 30, 2009 - Drapes of Joy Inc
Triad Expands It's Line to Ease Window Treatment Woes
The Inventor of the E-Z Curtain Rod Bracket Has Answered the Requests of It's Customers. - August 02, 2009 - Triad
Shade Systems, Inc. Introduces New ‘Hexagon' Café Umbrellas
New ‘Hexagon' Café Umbrella is the latest addition to Shade System's portable and collapsible shade product line - August 01, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
This is Not Your Mother's Curtain Rod Bracket
Almost everyone who sees this innovation has the reaction of "it's so simple why didn't anyone think of it sooner?" - June 23, 2009 - Triad
Shade Systems Continues Supplying Shade Structures for Multiple Miami-Dade County Parks
Shade Systems continues long standing relationship with Miami-Dade County - May 21, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Café Umbrellas from Shade Systems Win MVP Award Two Years in a Row
Café Umbrellas from Shade Systems, an innovative portable collapsible shade structure wins Most Valuable Product award two years running. - April 25, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
City of Bowie, Maryland, Receives New Shade System at Skate Park
Cantilevered shade structure at new skate park - March 29, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
New Fasara Decorative Film Website for Architects
Energy Products Distribution, a stocking 3M-authorized distributor of Fasara Deocrative Films, releases its new Fasara website for architects. - March 18, 2009 - Energy Products Distribution
3M Company Provides Value Engineering for Buildings
3M Company has introduced new products to help the architectural community value engineer commercial buildings. In today's economic environment, building owners are seeking the input of architects to reduce costs in ongoing building projects. 3M Company has recently introduced DI-NOC Architectural... - March 06, 2009 - Energy Products Distribution
Hunter Douglas Now Available at OC Blinds.com
One of the most popular manufactures of custom window coverings, Hunter Douglas is now available to purchase on line from OC Blinds.com. - February 13, 2009 - OC Blinds.com
All 3M Fasara Decorative Films Available
Energy Products Distribution (EPD) now carries the entire line of 3M Fasara Decorative Films. - January 28, 2009 - Energy Products Distribution
Shade Systems Provides Innovative ‘Sail’ Shades to City of Lake Charles in Multi-Park Project
Shade Systems is proud to announce it was recently awarded a multi-park shade project by the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana. The City of Lake Charles was the recipient of a FEMA grant to rebuild their community after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. When Mayor Randy Roach and Parks Director... - January 10, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
City of Benton Adds 22 Shade Systems Shade Structures to Youth Baseball and Softball Complexes
Shade Systems, in cooperation with local distributor Arkoma Playgrounds and Supply, is proud to announce it has provided 22 shade structures for the City of Benton Parks and Recreation department in Benton, Arkansas. The project was a joint effort between the City of Benton Park Commission and... - January 10, 2009 - Shade Systems, Inc.
City of Tupelo Selects Shade Systems as "Most Practical and Most Cost Efficient" Shade Provider
City of Tupelo shade system enclosure for Aquatics & Tennis facilities. - December 12, 2008 - Shade Systems, Inc.
3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film
EPD is now a 3M-authorized distributor of 3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film. - October 10, 2008 - Energy Products Distribution
3M Window Film & LEED Sustainable Design
LEED Credits can be earned through the installation of 3M window film products. - October 09, 2008 - Energy Products Distribution
3M Crystalline Automotive Window Film
Energy Products Distribution is now selling 3M's latest Automotive Window Film - Crystalline. - October 02, 2008 - Energy Products Distribution
3M Window Film Specifications Available Online
Energy Products Distribution makes 3M Window Film CSI-formatted specifications available online. - October 02, 2008 - Energy Products Distribution
Calculate Square Footage into Energy Savings with Window Coverings
Window Treatments are a great way to conserve energy. Blinds Chalet has created an energy calculator to give customers an idea of the impact. - July 03, 2007 - Blinds Chalet
DraperyAndBedding.com's Style-Builder Offers Online Shoppers the Opportunity to Build Before They Buy
Custom bedding and drapery manufacturer increases orders while decreasing confusion by enabling customers to view their final product before ordering. - April 14, 2007 - DraperyAndBedding
Spring is Here - Decorate in Bright Hues from Country Curtains®
Does your home décor need a burst of color? Now that spring is underway, it’s the perfect time to freshen up home décor with bright colors. Country Curtains®, a leading provider of window treatments, has a variety of vibrant products to get any makeover project... - March 29, 2007 - Country Curtains, Inc.