COMMERCE, CALIF.—Nora Lighting, a leading name in the lighting industry, is excited to announce its new Nora Contractor Series family of products. The Nora Contractor Series was specifically designed to bridge the market gap between aggressive price points and quality products that meet industry standards. “We want to change the way distribution thinks about economy products,” said Fred Farzan, President at Nora Lighting. “Our Contractor Series allows distribution to feel confident taking advantage of low-price points for the products they are selling daily to contractors. Our engineering team worked to ensure we delivered Nora’s level of quality all with aggressive...

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS—Visitors to this year’s The Hospitality Show in San Antonio, Texas, from October 28-30, are invited to explore ADA Cosmetics Refillution. This advanced automated hotel cosmetic refill system from the market leader is set to revolutionize efficiency, sustainability, and hygiene.  Building on over four decades of expertise in dispenser systems, ADA Cosmetics takes a major step forward in 2024 with the launch of its groundbreaking refill concept for hotels. The ADA Cosmetics Refillution is a high-speed machine that enables the reuse of dispensers instead of discarding them. “We’re excited to introduce the ADA Cosmetics Refillution in San Antonio and...

CORTE MADERA, CALIF.—A leader in opening glass wall technology, NanaWall’s NW Clad 740 offers an innovative folding door solution that combines sleek design with durability. Part of the brand’s latest product family, Generation 4, the Clad system sets a new standard for performance, safety, and aesthetics in the industry. NW Clad 740’s slim profile is comprised of quadruple laminated cross-grained wood in the interior and durable aluminum cladding on the exterior, offering exceptional energy efficiency and weather performance. The clip-on cladding technology allows the wood to breathe, providing rear ventilation for moisture dissipation, which enhances the system’s durability. Sustainably harvested, single-species solid wood...

LOS ANGELES—Imagine arriving in your hotel room, setting down your luggage, and falling back onto your cozy bed, closing your eyes for a moment as you catch your breath from traveling. Your head nestles into a throw pillow on your bed, and you realize a faint whiff of stale aging and aerosol. Your throw pillow hasn’t been washed by housekeeping, probably since it was first purchased. Many other heads have also laid on your bed’s throw pillow, all leaving traces that haven’t been cleaned away. Odds are, the throw pillows in your room haven’t been machine-washed because they cannot be...

SINGAPORE—ADA Cosmetics is set to significantly impact FHA HORECA Singapore by unveiling its latest innovation, the ADA Cosmetics Refillution system. Known as a leader in hotel cosmetics, the company is pushing the boundaries of sustainability, efficiency, and hygiene with this groundbreaking automated refill solution designed specifically for the hospitality industry. As pioneers in dispenser systems for over 40 years, ADA Cosmetics is once again raising the bar with the ADA Cosmetics Refillution system. This cutting-edge technology, debuting for the first time at a trade fair in Asia, is tailored to hotels, cruise ships, and airlines. It provides a fast and...

MIAMI—Groupe GM announced its collaboration with the French skincare brand Typology. This partnership marks Typology’s debut in the hotel industry, leveraging its status as a digital native brand renowned for minimalistic, safe, transparent and natural ingredients formulations. Typology, a pioneer in skincare, has entrusted Groupe GM with the development of its first-ever hotel line. This new hotel line mirrors Typology’s commitment to sustainability, combining clean formulations with eco-friendly packaging that showcases the brand’s minimalistic aesthetics and respectful ingredients. The products are designed not just to meet the needs of environmentally conscious travelers but also to provide them with a sophisticated...

ATLANTA—Interface, Inc., the global flooring solutions company and leader in sustainability, announced it received a top honor at the Reuters 2024 Sustainability Awards. The manufacturer received the highest distinction in the Net Zero: Leadership category for its decision to go “all in” on becoming carbon negative without offsets. As part of its strategy, Interface is focused on direct carbon reduction and carbon storage—not offsets—to meet the urgency of the climate crisis. The company is exploring and investing in innovation and R&D projects to avoid, reduce, and store more carbon across the entire enterprise to achieve its bold climate ambitions. This...

NEW YORK—The Good Plastic Company will showcase its Cradle to Cradle Bronze certified material, Polygood––made entirely from 100 percent recycled and recyclable plastic––at Boutique Design New York (BDNY), this November 10-11 at the Javits Center in Booth #1082. As the company continues its expansion into North America, this marks an exciting moment for designers and developers in the hospitality sector to discover Polygood for the first time, a material already celebrated across Europe for its versatility, sustainability, and scalability. Polygood offers complete customization and durability, making it ideal for a wide range of hospitality applications, from table tops to shower...

TORONTO—ecobee, a subsidiary of ​Generac Power Systems, announced the new ecobee Smart Thermostat Lite, available exclusively through Pro distribution channels. Designed with input from professionals, the ecobee Smart Thermostat Lite is easy to install, straightforward to use, durable and hardwired for enhanced reliability, eliminating the need for charging or a secondary power source. With the ecobee Smart Thermostat Lite, installation is seamless, allowing professionals to save valuable time and move on to their next job even faster. The ecobee Smart Thermostat Lite is compatible with most HVAC systems, including multi-stage systems with up to four-stage heating and two-stage cooling (4H/2C), radiant...

NEW YORK—Designtex, the leading designer and manufacturer of applied materials for the built environment, announces the elimination of the forever chemical PFAS in all of their products and inventory. PFAS are a group of chemicals found in a variety of applications, including nonstick treatments and water- and stain-repellents. Years in the making, as of October 1, 2024, no Designtex shipment will go out containing the chemical, and all relevant finishes and specifications will be updated, indicating they are PFAS-free. Designtex offers a wide range of products without a finish, as well as alternative PFAS-free finishes that provide stain resistance. Many fibers in the brand’s textile...