U.S. Department of Commerce adds 407 product categories to steel and aluminum tariffs

August 20, 2025  |  Industry News, News

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced Aug. 19 that 407 product categories will be added to the list of “derivative” steel and aluminum products covered by Section 232 tariffs. The steel and aluminum content of these products will be subject to a duty rate of 50%. Product categories a…
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President Trump extends pause on China tariff rate for 90 days

August 13, 2025  |  Industry News, News

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Aug. 11 that the tariff on Chinese imports will remain at the same rate—30%—for an additional 90 days. China’s 10% tariff on American imports will also stay at the same rate. The announcement was made shortly before the U.S. tariff on Chinese imports w…
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President Trump announces several tariff rate modifications

August 1, 2025  |  Industry News, News

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced several modifications to tariff rates for various countries and imported products.   The president has increased the tariff on Canadian imports from 25% to 35%, effective Aug. 1. Mexican goods will continue to be taxed at 25% after President Trump spoke…
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Industry solutions to industry problems

August 1, 2025  |  Features

It’s always been important for tent and event rental businesses to operate as efficiently as possible. But as this industry faces the challenges of labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, tariffs and even climate change, the need to do so has grown more acute.
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Seating styles and trends

August 1, 2025  |  Features

From weddings and corporate parties to children’s parties, seating drives the design. Events are hosting larger numbers of guests, and for both large and small gatherings, there is a trend toward more seating options. Seating charts are changing, too—all to deliver a superb guest experience.
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Luxury linens

August 1, 2025  |  Features

In an era inundated with online inspiration, event planners and their clients are continually seeking new ways to stand out while staying on trend—and they’re increasingly turning to customized linens. When every detail makes a difference, a personalized tablecloth pattern or strategically posit…
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Making AI work for your business

August 1, 2025  |  Business

Most companies likely would welcome an employee with a Ph.D. who works for $30 a month or a tool that makes employees more efficient.
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Company profile: L & A Tent & Event Rentals

August 1, 2025  |  Business, Company Profile

"In the tent rental industry, there is no ‘tomorrow,’” Brian Richardson, president and CEO of L & A Tent & Event Rentals, Hamilton, N.J., likes to say. Once the event date arrives, rain or not, the event must go on—today.
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