Eighteen UK suppliers of garden and leisure products will be exhibiting their latest products in the British pavilion at the National Hardware Show being held in Las Vegas between May 5-7...
New products will be the themes of most of the British booths with latest innovations such as wild bird feeders, wildflower seeds, garden tools and garden tool trucks, insect traps, bumblebee hives, outdoor electrical connection boxes and pest control products on show.
The firms form part of a group organised by the Gardenex export federation which has taken a British contingent to the show for the past 19 years.
The UK garden and leisure industry will also be represented on a British information stand, organised and manned by the Gardenex team, who will be on hand to assist the British exhibitors on site and to provide a free-of-charge UK garden and leisure product sourcing service to overseas buyers.
The majority of the exhibitors have received cash grants which were secured for the companies by Gardenex under UK Trade & Investment’s Tradeshow Access Programme.
The British exhibitors are as follows:
ashortwalk (South Hall – Level 1-15067) is exhibiting a range of award-winning, patented products made in the UK from recycled materials for the home and garden. ashortwalk specialize in recycling problematic waste streams and turning them into new and useful products. For example, the company is demonstrating how a redundant plant pot can be turned into a bird feeder or house sign.
Dragonfli (South Hall-Level 1-15063) will be exhibiting its natural gardening range of products including live bumblebee hives, mycorrhiza based bio stimulants and garden insect traps. New products include live Beepol bumblebee hives for gardeners. The hives aid pollination and provide the enjoyment of having bees in the garden without the need to be a honeybee keeper. Also new are eco-friendly insect traps to catch garden pests naturally. These include a long-life codling moth trap and new eco sticky cardboard traps for the greenhouse. There is also a new beneficial fungi-based bio stimulant for improved plant health and increased root growth. It comprises Roots Boost Mycorrhizal fungi and is suitable for many different plant types.
Easy Innovations (South Hall - Level 1-15066) will be showing its award-winning Hedgehog Gutter Brush that is designed to keep gutters and drains clear of leaves, twigs, sticks, birds etc. The brush is simple to fit and when placed into clean gutters and pathway drains it eliminates problems with blocked rain systems. Available in standard 4m x 100mm sizes, the brush is suitable for 95 per cent of domestic gutters. The Hedgehog is also available in diameters from 50mm to 200mm.
G Plants Ltd (South Hall - Level 1-16064) is a major specialist in wildflower seeds. The company produces retail packages of seeds, flower bulbs and garden products both under the company’s brand name of G Plants but also focuses on the supply of own label to local, regional and national multiple retailers. G Plants currently produce garden products for the UK market, other European countries and North America. The company also imports garden products, ornaments and outdoor products directly from China and the Far East to the UK, Europe, USA and other markets.
Gardenex (South Hall –Level 1-16066)is the export federation for the British garden and leisure industry. It has extensive experience of dealing with the North American market, which is rated within the top three export markets for member companies of the Gardenex federation. Since its formation over 50 years ago, Gardenex has built up close contacts within the North American lawn and garden industry. Through the services of the federation, UK firms can be helped to expand export sales, and overseas buyers can source thousands of British-made garden, leisure and petcare items.
Greenman Garden Tools (South Hall – Level 1-15067) will be launching the ‘Haws by Greenman’ Garden Tool Range. The range combines the finest Greenman hand tool designs with the exceptional heritage and quality of Haws Watering Cans. Trusted by gardeners for countless generations, the traditional design of each tool draws on the pedigree of two of the finest garden tool manufacturers in England. The beautifully crafted ash handles of the hand tools are tougher and more sustainable than tropical wood, resulting in less vibration than fibreglass or metal. Longer handles on the digging and cultivating tools are attached in the traditional way to the extra-long lipped sockets with multiple rivets to provide superior strength, and the tool heads are in mirror-polished stainless steel.
Jamm (Central Hall – 5330)will be displaying its design of doorstop that has a curved top surface. The doorstop is effective on all floor surfaces, and when positioned under the free end of a door prevents the door from moving in either direction. The safety features of the doorstop’s design ensure that it prevents life-changing finger injuries caused by slamming doors; it is ideal when carrying out repairs, maintenance or decoration of doors; it allows access for pets; and it is tough and hard wearing. The doorstop is available in five colours and two sizes. New for 2015 is The Jumbo doorstop that is designed for the larger gaps that are common in homes with air vent heating.
La Hacienda (South Hall - Level 1-16061) will be showing its ranges of outdoor heating products and pizza cooking ovens that are both traditional and contemporary in design. Materials used in the manufacture of the ovens include clay, cast iron and/or steel. La Hacienda is a family business, established for over 25 years, and is now a market leader in Europe. The company exports to 36 countries, including the USA, New Zealand, Australia and Russia. A new warehouse in Troy, Ohio has also been opened together with new factories in Europe. With its own design team, the company is able to design and manufacture bespoke products to suit local markets and individual needs from its factories in Europe, Mexico and Asia.
Haws Watering Cans (South Hall – Level 1-15067) is renowned in the UK and overseas markets for its quality metal and plastic indoor and outdoor watering cans, and is showing its latest products on the booth of its USA distributors, Bosmere Inc. Items include antique-coloured watering cans in bronze and pewter finishes. Also showing is a hand painted Union Jack design traditional 4.5 litre can. Other products on show include items from the Haws’ professional and Slimline range, as well as indoor handmade copper 1 litre cans. Completing the display are traditional favourites such as the plastic range of deluxe and blow-moulded indoor and outdoor cans.
Lock Alarm (South Hall – Level 2-42049) is launching its new Lock Alarm Padlock at this year’s National Hardware Show. This compact sized padlock with integrated alarm is ideal for securing doors, gates, tool boxes etc. from entry. Utilising award winning patented technology the Lock Alarm Padlock detects when the shackle is being cut or the lock is being violently attacked, and responds with a 110 decibel siren. The Lock Alarm Padlock is weatherproof and is designed to be ice spray and anti-drill resistant.
The Nuttery (South Hall -Level 1-15068) will be exhibiting its complete range of contemporary and classic squirrel resistant wild bird feeders. The company is a pioneer in the design and manufacture of the squirrel-proof bird feeder. Established in 1989, the company is launching of a new range of products designed specifically for the US market. Made from the highest quality materials, the iconic designs of the eLipse and Hotel are easy to fill and clean and will look stunning in any environment. The Nuttery is also releasing a new range of thistle feeders.
Oakthrift Corp (South Hall -Level 1-16062) will be showing bird feeders and growing systems. The squirrel-proof bird feeders combine three variants of feeders to accommodate nyger, mixed seed and peanuts. The feeders are easy to fill and clean, and have individually sprung loaded ports, which allow each bird to feed in peace without any closing down of the port they are using. Also on show is the Growbag Tower that is an easy-to-use growing system, specifically for use with grow-bags. Its three raised shelf tiered system reduces the need for bending and kneeling and allows the user to grow three times the crop on the same amount of floor space. This makes it ideal for locating on decks, patios and balconies.
Rowlinson Garden Products Ltd (South Hall -Level 1-15069) will be showing items from its range of over 100 products including arbours, canopies and gazebos, cabins, summerhouses, playhouses, mini greenhouses, potting stores, planters, composters, together with garden sheds, storage and log stores. The NHS has been chosen for the launch of the Garden Tool-Truk, which enables the amateur and professional gardener to have all their tools on hand anywhere in the garden/backyard. It fits in a normal garden shed or garage and eliminates the need to re-hang tools. The Truk will accommodate small hand tools and accessories as well as a large waste bag, hedge cutters or chainsaws. Other features of the Rowlinson booth are a freestanding Latina Sun Canopy with a retractable polyester canopy; a Winchester arbour that is designed in the shape of a boat; a Double Wheelie Bin Store; a Little Lodge wooden playhouse; a Hampton Companion Seat; a Bisley Bird Table; a Patio Planter; and a Wrenbury Metal Arch that would be suitable as an entrance to a garden/backyard.
SOCKiTBOX (South Hall -Level 1-15065) will be adding weatherproof connection boxes to its outdoor electrical connections range. Evolving from the hugely successful DRiBOX range, the three size boxes provide a safe and secure solution to outdoor electrical connections. Ranging from small, medium to large sizes, the range provides the perfect size of box for any connection. The boxes utilize a new locking facility which keeps connections safe from prying hands, together with a cable guide grip to ensure that cables stay securely in place. The boxes are ideal for use with holiday lighting, lawn and fountains, home and hardware etc.
Strata Products (South-Level 1-15061) is a leading European manufacturer of decorative plastic planters and garden sundry items. The company’s exhibits at the NHS comprise a large range of planter designs including imitation wood, metal and stone effect planters. Strata also offers a wide range of high quality plastic garden sundry, watering and storage items.
STV International Ltd (South Hall -Level 1-16063) will be bringing a host of new pest control products from its innovative range to the USA for the first time. The family-owned British company is seeking to enter the American market having already achieved export success throughout Europe, Africa, Australia and South America. The products include an Easy Set Mole Claw Trap, which is a simple self-setting trap with a matt black finish for rust free durability in all weathers. There is also a Mega-Sonic Solar-Powered Snake Repeller that is suitable for all weathers and safe to use around wildlife, pets and livestock. The repeller works by emitting vibration pulses through the ground. Other exhibits are Fresh Baited Mouse Traps with sleeved traps for indoor and outdoor use that are supplied with fresh bait; an Ultra Power Electronic Mouse Trap that kills mice in seconds in a quick, effective and humane way and is safe to use around children and pets; insect-control products from STV’s poison-free brand that include a Snap Shut Door Curtain, a new and improved Honeypot Wasp Trap Bait Refill and a novelty Clap-A-Fly Swat.
VegTrug Ltd (South Hall -Level 1-16067) is the designer and manufacturer of the original, self contained, raised, innovative vegetable planter. The company is now entering the bird care market with the launch of the Tweetie Pad bird box and the Tweetie Feeder bird table. Combining all the eco and style positioning of the original iconic VegTrug range, the products come in a choice of natural wood or funky colours ideal for any style of garden. Each product offers a choice of four shades– natural, red, yellow and white for the Tweetie Feeder and natural, pale pink / grey, orange and lime for the Tweetie Pad. Made from 100% sustainable FSC plantation grown cedar, the products combine fun and style, as well as providing an attractive focal point for encouraging wild birds to share the garden.
Wildlife World (South Hall -Level 1-16065) has been designing and manufacturing wildlife habitats for over 15 years. Within this product range is a broad spectrum of wild bird related products as well as habitats for beneficial insects, mammals and pollinating bees. The company’s latest and newest product, the Urban Range, has been developed to help or attract wildlife. They have been designed specifically to help people living in either the city environment or in a rural setting. The Urban bird feeder has already won the European Consumers choice award after only being on the market for three months.
X-Pro Tools (South Hall – Level 2 -46107) is showing its new range of innovative tools that has been designed by X-professionals for the X-tra professional.
Companies wishing to learn more about the range of services offered by Gardenex to British exporters of garden and leisure goods should contact Gardenex (The Federation of Garden and Leisure Manufacturers Ltd), the trade association that works on behalf of British companies to help its members increase sales worldwide - telephone: +44 (0) 44 1959 565995 or fax: 44 (0) 1959 565885; emai info@gardenex.com or visit the Gardenex website on www.gardenex.com
