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PFM Production Fall '05 Issue
 Color
and Design
Industry design expert Vivian Kistler, CPF, GCF, takes a look at today’s
color and design trends in art as well as those for the future. She discusses
how new colors and trends are being introduced into design themes and
why they are important when choosing art. Examples of popular prints and
themes are given along with explanations of how color and design creates
atmosphere. Read
this online.
 Profitable
Profiles
To create interesting frame designs that are more profitable, designers
should choose moulding that encompasses production needs as well as aesthetics.
Jim Parrie, Ph.D., CPF, reveals the methods OEMs can use to develop innovative
designs, using “reverse designing” to choose moulding materials,
sizes, and profiles that reduce manufacturing time and expense. Read
this online.
 OEM
Friendly Profiles
Manufacturers offer an assortment of profiles that are well-adapted to
the requirements of production framing while creating attractive frames
that appeal to the retail market. Read
this online.
 Made
in America
Faced with competition from overseas, American framing manufacturers are
striving to remain competitive with technology, training, up-to-date product
designs, and faster, more reliable delivery. Find out how American manufacturers
are responding by reducing labor costs, using technology to streamline
productivity, developing reliable material suppliers, and cutting turnaround
time on orders in order to compete successfully in the new global marketplace.
Read
this online.
 The
Right Consultant
A consultant can help grow your business and improve the bottom line.
Find out how to choose a consultant whose portfolio of services can help
you solve your production problems and achieve long-term success. Read
this online.
 Bringing
Designers and OEMS Together
Suzanne Gallagher, an Oregon interior designer who specializes in custom
framed artwork for commercial clients, has created a business in which
interior designers and wholesale framers are working together to provide
art for commercial and residential projects. Learn about the advantages
of working with a decorator/consultant to get wall art produced more economically.
Read
this online.
 News
A look at the debut of the Las Vegas Market, held at the new World Market
Center in July. This trade show connected all categories of the home and
hospitality furnishings industry, including furniture, home accent, lighting,
wall décor, home textiles, gifts, and more. Read
this online.
 Do
the Math!
Contributing Editor Jay Goltz gives the reason why scrap allowance is
critical to the success of any framing business and shows how to calculate
it properly. Read
this online.
 Quick
Tips
Easy ideas to improve production efficiency include creating efficient
workstations and using the correct V-Nail®. Read
this online.
 Dollars
& Sense
Marc Bluestone reveals helpful hints on how to develop a replacement cycle
for laptop computers, including how to sell it, how to use e-Bay, and
what are the most sensible service plans to maximize resale value. Read
this online.
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