BedTimes magazine

06/08/2024

BedTimes has the 2nd quarter report for Leggett & Platt. See how the quarter went at https://ow.ly/zNok50SS7Ha

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

L&P experiences sales drop due to a large non-cash impairment charge that led to a second-quarter net loss of more than $600 million.

06/08/2024

The August issue of BedTimes magazine has dropped. 🎤 We've got a great issue this month covering a lot of ground!
🔥 Learn how the bedding industry rallies to support good causes.
🔥 Check out how manufacturers are finding the right recipe for Latex.
🔥 Meet Valerie Stranix in our Industry Spotlight.
🔥 See if commercials featuring diverse actors help increase sales.
🔥 And so much more!!

Read it online at https://ow.ly/uKMz50SRiRS

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) Sleep Savvy magazine

05/08/2024

CertiPUR-US selects Dan Dobratz as deputy executive director. When the organization’s current executive director, Michael Crowell, retires later this year, Dobratz will lead the nonprofit foam certification program as executive director. Read more at https://ow.ly/oOJB50SRc2l

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) FoamCertification

CertiPUR-US program names deputy executive director - Dan Dobratz. Dobratz will succeed Michael Crowell when he retires later this year.

01/08/2024

Covestro has named Victor Ortega the new senior vice president for performance materials operations in North America and site manager at its industrial park in Baytown, Texas, the company’s largest manufacturing facility in North America. https://ow.ly/GCOr50SO8c2

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Covestro LLC welcomes new Texas plant manager. Victor Ortega is the new SVP for performance materials operations in North America.

31/07/2024

3Z Brands unveils plans to break ground on a 250,000-square-foot expansion of its state-of-the-art facility in Glendale, Arizona. Get more details at https://ow.ly/FW5f50SO7eE

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

3Z Brands announces mattress expansion in Arizona to fuel U.S. growth. The new facility will be located in Glendale, Arizona.

31/07/2024

Check out the latest research linking sleep and stress from the Better Sleep Council New findings reveal how better rest can alleviate stress, providing invaluable insights for designing products that enhance sleep quality. Get the details at https://ow.ly/Irxq50SNcqH

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Sleep & Stress: new research reveals how stress impacts sleep auality & habits. Discover the latest findings from the BSC.

30/07/2024

Sustainability counts and understands that. Check out their in the Bedgear showroom.

30/07/2024

previewed its line of  moisture-wicking, breathable, heat-diffusing performance comforters coming out in December; and its new line of kids’ sheets, which incorporates snaps to keep the sheets in place with active kids and for easier bed making. Love the snap idea!

30/07/2024

"Summer of Love It" - Kingsdown, Inc. USA is once again turning heads at the with dynamic window displays. Inspired by the kind of legendary department store windows that shoppers viewed as special events in themselves, this season, the Style & Substance window welcomes buyers to Space C-1401 with the visual power of bright summer flowers. Get all the details at https://ow.ly/bqbJ50SMOyv

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Summer of “Love It!” Kingsdown welcomes visitors to Market with dynamic flower power-themed window display.

30/07/2024

Having fun at the happy hour in the showroom. We’ve got outgoing ISPA president, Ryan Trainer, AND incoming ISPA president, Alison Keane. Doesn’t get much better than this! 😍

29/07/2024

🌟 Exciting times at ISPA! Editorial Director Beth English's latest column delves into the fresh faces and visionary leadership shaping the future of ISPA. Meet the new staff and learn about their plans to drive innovation and growth. https://ow.ly/MMnL50SMtyK

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) Sleep Savvy magazine

ISPA Leadership & new staff: Alison Keane named president, Laurie Tokarz becomes board chair, and Burt Dellinger joins the editorial team.

29/07/2024

Nick Bates, president of Spring Air International, displays a promotional copper driver that will be used to help market the company’s Sleep Copper collection. The beds in the Sleep Copper collection are designed to help people sleep better, longer and recover faster.

29/07/2024

We visited yesterday to check out their six new models in a revamped collection of its iBed series at the Summer

Foam construction, featuring HypurGel and HyperGraph foams. Three full-wrap hybrids incorporate pocketed spring coils and latex along with the fast-recovery, high-performance foams

Very nice! Stop by and see for yourself. Space B-1200.

27/07/2024

Serta Simmons Bedding is introducing Beautyrest Black Hybrid at the Summer , building on the successful Beautyrest Black Quilted and Beauty Sleep launches of the first half of 2024. Get more details at https://ow.ly/eot150SLxyZ

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Serta Simmons showcasing new Beautyrest Black Hybrid building on the successful Beautyrest Black Quilted launch of the first half of 2024.

26/07/2024

Something is going on over on Instagram.

26/07/2024

Diamond Mattress will unveil Black Diamond, a premium mattress collection engineered using new IceFlex technology for all-night cooling, at the summer . Get more details at https://ow.ly/Xof850SK58Z

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Black Diamond debuts as a six-bed collection that includes three models each for hybrid and quilted all with the latest cooling innovation.

26/07/2024

The Mattress Recycling Council is extending its program to Oregon, enhancing sustainable mattress disposal across more regions. ♻️ Read the details at https://ow.ly/Kz6M50SLbfL

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Oregon’s Department of Environmental Quality authorized the MRC to establish and administer a statewide mattress recycling program.

25/07/2024

Guess what?

25/07/2024

Don't miss our exclusive Nightcap Q&A with BedTimes & Sleep Savvy associate editor Burt Dellinger. 🎙️ Burt shares his go-to tips for getting a good night's sleep. Grab your favorite drink and settle in for an informative and fun conversation that you won't want to miss. https://ow.ly/O5Ej50SJ6aO

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Nightcap Q&A with Burt Dellinger. Get to know the new associate editor for BedTimes and Sleep Savvy magazines.

24/07/2024

Ergomotion, Inc. is expanding its unique product offerings at the upcoming . It will debut the new Ascend adjustable base, beginning at a more accessible price point. Read the story at https://ow.ly/J2hx50SJ3H9

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Ergomotion debuts Ascend base at summer Las Vegas market. The new adjustable base begins at a more accessible price point.

24/07/2024

“We believe there is significant opportunity for Palmetto Pedic to take a leadership role in the U.S. bedding industry and we are thrilled to bring Dan Baker on board to oversee our major expansion plans..." Get all the details at https://ow.ly/5Pwy50SI2Vr

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

23/07/2024

MLILY USA has introduced a free shipping program to enhance customer experience and simplify business for retailers. Read more at https://ow.ly/I3E750SHyma

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

MLILY makes shipping free and easy as part of its newest initiatives to enhance customer experience and make it easier for retailers.

23/07/2024

Joe Smith joins the company as senior vice president of operations. Get more details on promotions and new additions Ergomotion, Inc. https://ow.ly/Bcxx50SH93O

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

22/07/2024

Purecare invites retailers to preview and provide input on a new concept collection of fashion-forward, eco-conscious bedding called Studio City at the summer . Read more at https://ow.ly/QlJX50SH7ux

Purecare International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Purecare eco-friendly collection preview in Las Vegas. Purecare invites retailers to provide input on a new concept collection.

20/07/2024

Congratulations to Covestro for earning a top score on the 2024 Disability Equality Index! This achievement highlights their commitment to diversity, equity, and fostering a supportive environment for all employees. Read more at https://ow.ly/JVHN50SGciq

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

Disability Inclusion Leader: Covestro Earns Top Score in 2024 DEI. Recognized for the 4th year as a Best Place to Work for DEI.

19/07/2024

🥂 Celebrate 50 Years of Innovation with Tietex 🥂

Tietex International, Ltd. a leader in stitchbond fabrics, is celebrating 50 years of revolutionizing the sleep industry. Discover how their latest innovations, like SmartCap FR and eco-friendly practices, can elevate your mattresses. ♻️

Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/57Fc50SFc7k

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) Sleep Savvy magazine

Tietex Innovation 50 Years: Celebrate with us as we explore 50 years of stitchbond fabric leadership in the bedding industry.

19/07/2024

Newly named Director of Marketing Kyle Burns will work closely with the sales and product teams. Get more details on promotions and new additions at Ergomotion, https://ow.ly/sXwi50SFVHG

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) Ergomotion, Inc.

18/07/2024

A 15-year veteran of Ergomotion, Inc. Kyle Muench has been promoted to vice president of sales operations. Read the full story at https://ow.ly/RLkt50SF8Oe

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA)

18/07/2024

BekaertDeslee has committed to reducing its direct emissions from owned or controlled sources and indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, heating and cooling by 64.2% by 2030. 🍃 Get the full story at https://ow.ly/Jnjr50SEkar

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) Sleep Savvy magazine

BekaertDeslee sets science targets to meet near-term emission-reduction goals. Goals have been approved by the SBTi.

17/07/2024

Edward Bates, longtime chair and CEO of Spring Air International, died Sunday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. https://ow.ly/eyzz50SEwoo

“Eddie was a great visionary with a passion for how Spring Air would be a viable national brand alternative for retailers who were frustrated with offerings of the leading S brands,” said Nick Bates, president of Spring Air International and Eddie’s nephew.

His funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 71 Central St., Stoneham on July 19 at 10 a.m. Visitation will be held at the McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home, 322 Main St., Stoneham, on July 18, 4-8 p.m.

International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) Spring Air

Edward Bates dies. Longtime Chair and CEO of Spring Air International. Bates is credited as the architect of the success of the Spring Air.