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Canadian furniture giant partners with UK giant

ONTARIO, Canada — Teknion, a Canadian furniture giant, and Modus, the UK-based well-known furniture manufacturer, have entered into a strategic partnership.According to the company’s joint statement, the partnership unites two brands each with a distinct design heritage and strong sustainability drive. This investment in Modus expands Teknion’s future global portfolio of social and collaborative products while supporting the Modus international growth plan.

Closets Conference & Expo News

Closets Expo HQ hotel sold out; nearby hotel room block added

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Due to overwhelming demand, guest rooms at the Renaissance Schaumburg, host hotel of the Closets Conference & Expo and Wood Pro Expo Illinois, are sold out.As a result, organizers of the three-day event scheduled for April 17-19, have secured a room block at the Embassy Suites by Hilton. The Embassy Suites located half a mile from the Renaissance and Schaumburg Convention Center.Amenities of the Embassy Suites include: ✓ Free made-to-order breakfast ✓ Complimentary evening reception ✓ Free parking

Woodworking Industry News

Steelcase on the move

High-end furniture company Steelcase is making some moves in how it showcases its high-end contract furniture and accessory items and an increase in distribution capacity in the Western United States.