Chromcraft: Contract Seating, Chairs and Tables
::Bulk orders only ::Great designs ::Soy-based foam ::Huge variety
Chromcraft has been making seating in the USA for over 50 years in their 500,000 square foot facility. They have a huge variety of task seating for offices, universities, airports, hosptitals or any large operation that needs tons of quality chairs. I am impressed with the variety of chair form factors that even include drafting-style seating in many of their collections.
http://www.chromcraftcontract.com/cr_home.cfm
They are certified by the Greenguard Institute for their low emitting products and materials. A full page on their website lists their green and recycling practices in detail, as well as their packaging and chrome plating practice. Interestingly their metal is almost entirely made from recycled vehicles!
I really like their selection and hope that one day they will make their cool seating available in small quantities. The architectural bench seating would be awesome anywhere.
Check out their full product line:
http://www.chromcraftcontract.com/cr_product.cfm
Thanks to @JerseyGirlinMFG for the suggestion!
P-Bear Caps: Swim Caps for the Open Water
::Not Black ::Bright colors for safety ::Insulated ::Customizable :More coverage
These caps were designed to offer an awesome alternative to the wimpy thin-strapped black swimming caps on the current market. Not only made to look cooler, they are also made with thick neoprene that will keep you warm when swimming in the cold open waters. These bright colors will increase your visibility, hence keeping you safe from boats, skiers and other vessels.
After testing with hard-core swimmers at the Dolphin Club in San Francisco, the business was slowly built as swimmers, surfers and triathletes wanted their own custom caps… a business built on the quality and success through organic growth! Some say it’s the best swim cap they have ever used.
Order one and it will be made especially for you, shipped directly from Berkeley! Customize by uploading your own artwork.
http://www.pbearcaps.com/
Great suggestion Suzanne!
Jacob Bromwell: Timeless Metal Cooking Classics
::Since 1819 ::Made to last ::Traditional designs ::Great website
Jacob Bromwell has been making this legendary cookware since 1819; a time when it was commonplace to cook over a wood fire! They’ve been making classics such as Morgan’s Famous cheese graters, collanders, frying pans and flour sifters in the kitchen… popcorn poppers, pyramid toasters, tin cups, chestnut roasters, mini-grills and skewers for the prairie fire setting… and dust pans, coal hods and fireplace shovels for the hearth.
Because of these roots and traditions, Bromwell’s cookware is made to last by using the same materials and craftsmanship as in the good ‘ol days, often with the tools that were built before electricity. Multiple metal options are available from original tin (stays sharper longer), to heavy gauge steel, stainless steel and anodized metal.
Feel the nostalgia and wonderful old textures in their Grade-A website, and prepare to start your own family traditions and memories. When was the last time you roasted chestnuts over an open fire?
Tianello: Clothing for Men, Women and Plus Sizes
::Buy direct ::Many fabric options ::Plus sizes ::Great sale prices
Clothing for men and women featuring natural fibers, most notably their Tencel clothing. Over the last few months I’ve noticed a great leap forward in design choices. Some of the natural fabrics include Georgette, Bemberg, Cupro, Cottons, Bamboo and washed Silk. Great looking tanks and blouses, dresses, pants, and skirts. Some of the patterns might be too wild for some tastes, but the solids are reliable and often timeless designs. For men, they make solid-color button down casual shirts that have a nice finish.
http://www.tianello.com/
Here’s a store locator by zip or city, with a map to give a quick overview.
http://www.tianello.com/mm5/locator/locator.php
Commclad: Office Furniture, File Cabinets, Shelving
::Variety of office furniture ::Tons of file cabinets ::Green practices
Relatively green company that makes office furniture including modern task chairs, executive chairs, tubular steel and stackable chairs (simple, clean and modern), sturdy file cabinets of all types and sizes (lateral, legal size, and some with drawers and slide-out shelves), Iron Horse industrial strength adjustable shelving (great prices and reviews – see link below), desks, and dozens of whiteboards. File cabinets are Commclad’s specialty… there are dozens of different form-factors and categories, each with multiple color options.
Commclad is a bit difficult to research, as their corporate website is not available… however here is a review of their company practices:
http://officedeskreviews.com/brand/commclad-rectangular-desk-shell-tm/
All Commclad products on Amazon
Iron Horse Rivet 72″ H x 36″ W Five Shelf Shelving Unit on Amazon
Axl Guitars: Several US Models
:: Reasonable prices ::Quality components ::Award-winning ::Several American models
Axl wins Gold Award by Guitar World, and “Best in Show” on the Namm Show. Our image spread includes some import models (to show their design aesthetic), but Axl makes several models in the USA, hopefully more soon with your support! Beautiful natural wood, or glossy colors even distressed finished in multiple color options.
Their basses and amps are not made in USA.
http://www.axlguitars.com/axlusa.html
Tamrac: Camera Bags, Cases and Straps
:: Reasonable pricing ::Available everywhere ::Great design and construction
I was very happy to see a full page on Tamrac’s corporate site dedicated to their USA-made products. A wide variety of their professional and traveler cases are made here, as well as a selection of lens cases, tripod slings and pro video bags. I own a few Tamrac products, and especially love my tripod bag, which makes it easy to bring a tripod along while traveling… the fabric is flexible and light for tight spaces, yet very durable.
If you are looking for a simple holster for your SLR and extra lens for traveling, or if you are looking to tote your whole kit, Tamrac has a variety of design permutations that will likely fit your exact needs. I was pleasantly surprised to see rolling models as well as backpacks, pro-systems, chest-mounts for action shoots, and the classic side-bags… dozens of designs. Their zoom packs accommodate the camera body and zoom lens in one compact design.
Mio: Origami Inspired Modern Furniture
::Talented designers ::Great prices :: Modular and responsible ::Custom printing
Mioculture.com: great furniture design using responsible materials with super-flexible options for the modular lifestyle, using cool origami-style furniture and forms as their inspiration. Since my last check-in with Mio, they have blown me away with their new offerings! Not only have they introduced awesome new interchangeable hanging lamps, but their new “Custom Cabinets” are highly configurable Maple plywood cabinets, lightly finished – and can be customized by uploading a design of your own, or your favorite Ansel Adams photo. Single-wide or double-wide options, with or without doors or drawers.
http://mioculture.com/furniture/custom-naked-single.html
Mio puts their heart into everything they do, choosing manufacturing locations for their proximity to their studio as well as for their practices and labor conditions. Their designs allow for maximum efficiency in the use of materials, for example their origami side-table, bent into form using two simple sheets of metal. Almost all products are made in the USA, however some of the paper wall tiles are mixed US and Mexico sourcing.
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