covid-19

COVID-19

California provides guidance for reopening, including manufacturers

SACRAMENTO – Following up on the state’s announcement that it will begin modifying the stay at home order on Friday, May 8, Governor Gavin Newsom has released updated industry guidance, including for retail, manufacturing and logistics, to begin reopening with modifications that reduce risk and establish a safer environment for workers and customers.

COVID-19

Room & Board suppliers pivot to protective gear

During the Covid-19 crisis, Room & Board’s many U.S. manufacturing partners have reopened as essential businesses to keep producing protective equipment for donation.  Open Works, part of Room & Board's Urban Wood Project, makes the Hanneman stool, Henson table lamp and Montford picture ledge products. Open Works has converted its operation to the emergency production of face shields using 3D printers.