Why Mya® Personal Tables Make a Great Gift

The Holiday Season is upon us, and you may be asking yourself: “Hmmm… what to buy for that special someone?”

Each year around this time, a number of people from Kalamazoo and surrounding areas return to Consort to order a new supply of Mya tables to give as gifts. Their commitment to Mya comes as no surprise; they make the perfect gift!

Mya Personal Tables are extremely customizable. You decide from the L, J, or I-Series table styles, choose the appropriate height for the recipient, and of course, select the perfect table top from our vast selection. With so many different options, you could create the ideal table for practically anyone on your shopping list.

Mya tables are appropriate for those who enjoy entertaining, especially when there are no tables near the seating. And, know that Mya tables can be used outdoors as well and we might suggest the teak or tile tops for exterior use. In fact, several of our customers enjoy taking their Mya tables camping. With the right top, these tables are extremely durable and able to withstand the elements; a fitting gift for those who enjoy the outdoors on your list.

People who live in small apartments will especially appreciate the added convenience. The I-Series footprint measures just 7.5” square, making it easy to place where other tables would simply be too large.

No matter how large the room, Mya tables are comfortable. With just a 5-3/4” square top they perfectly hold your drink with unparalleled flexibility in their placement. Mya’s have many additional uses including a place for keys, sculpture, speakers and plants, making Mya tables a handy, quality and personal gift year after year.

The Best: Not Always the Most Expensive - KBW Banner Brackets Are a Bargain

     Because Kalamazoo Banner Works’ BannerFlex Banner Brackets are literally the leading and most trusted products in the street light banner bracket business, most people assume they are also the most expensive.
     Not true.
     There are two main reasons this assumption is false. First of all, the actual US dollar cost of our BannerFlex products are in the mid-price range of banner brackets. Even though they are superior, this is possible because they are designed using contemporary technology and materials, resulting in high strength and high efficiency profiles for the castings and greater flexibility in the arms. Our products are designed by professional engineers and industrial designers using the latest in CAD formats to take advantage of modern material-attributes versus mechanics and machinery, in order to reduce wind force. I say this because many of our competitors are producing “under-design” or “over-design” consisting of either not-quite-enough strength or more-than-enough strength - the latter example resulting from heavy castings and / or big spring-mechanisms with too many parts, culminating in higher prices, higher shipping costs and eventually maintenance and costly repairs, because mechanical gizmos always require upkeep.
     Secondly, based on life-cycle-assessment, KBW products are not the most expensive because of the long-term durability and proven track record of astute design and superior manufacturing. Our ten-year warranty is a perfect example of our commitment to provide excellence at a reasonable cost. Because of our technology-base and 27-year experience, we are comfortable with offering a decade of warranty for Kalamazoo Banner Works banner bracket hardware. If you have a problem, we will replace the product. We only ask for a photo or two and a reasonable description of weather or traffic conditions (we don’t warranty brackets being hit by trucks but if you don’t think that’s what happened, we will believe you and you are covered).
     So there you have it. KBW – superior quality, service and value.
     Please let us know what other Consort Display Group related questions or topics you would like us to address.

Roger Lepley

Golf Course Geese Stay Away From Dori Pole Pennants!

“These pennant things are amazing! The geese are actually afraid of them,” cites golf pro, Dick Stewart, of the Kalamazoo Country Club who, along with the golf course superintendent, John Fulling, has tried “everything” to deter geese from making a mess of the 12^th tee and green and the 13^th tee. This Michigan country club has an extensive shoreline on a small urban lake where the geese have taken on their own dues-free membership on the beautiful and well-maintained grounds.

                  According to Fulling, the 100-year-old club has tried wires and shiny ground-hugging ribbons as well as dogs and much more, without much success (the dogs are effective but invariably become “pets” of the members and eventually lose interest in chasing birds). For the past five weeks Consort has helped the club with a test using four of their Dori Pole Pennants spaced about 80 yards apart along the shore, but strategically positioned to be out of range of golf shots. The 20’ high, 15’ long pennants float in the prevailing breeze and make the geese uncomfortable, as though a larger bird of prey were swooping around.

“The effect is uncanny”, says Stewart. “But, in those rare times when there is no breeze at all the geese start to move onto shore and trot right back up to the green and tees. Fortunately, we get enough wind that the pennants are probably at least 80% effective”.

John Fulling is encouraged and hopeful that the birds won’t get “used-to” the pennants and just ignore them after awhile. “But, even if they do, we can put them out and take them in for special events and tournaments and I suspect they’d work well for that. We’ll just have to see but currently, the news is all good!”

The country club already owned six Dori Poles with the club colors which they have periodically put up through the year for outdoor special celebrations including the annual “Invitational Tournament” and the February Winter Carnival, among other events. The tall pennants are also an income stream as they can rent them for the many outdoor weddings, where the bridal couple can choose special color pennants.

If you know of a golf course that would like to try Dori Poles for bird control or for outdoor display, please refer them to our Dori Pole website, doripole.com. Also, view our Dori Pole and bird deterrent videos.

MYA: Small Tables That Make a Big Statement

Part of Consort Display Groups Abstracta line of furniture is the Mya. Mya is a collection of "personal" sized drink tables designed for arm's reach convenience. Mya tables are perfect for serving anywhere or for accenting smaller spaces. Mya models come in varying heights from 19" to 28" to perfectly suit your taste. Choose from indoor-outdoor finishes of black or silver powder coat.

All Mya tables offer 5.75" square interchangeable tops including familiar and exotic hardwoods, tile, acrylic and a unique cigar ash urn. Mya can be accessorized with a number of tops from traditional tile to exotic wood species. With additional tops you can coordinate with the decor of any room. Of course you don't have to simply accessorize for the home. Tile and acrylic tops are well suited for outdoor use as is the durable powder-coated finish available on any table. All table tops fit the I-Series, J-Series, and the L-Series Mya Tables. The Mya tops measure 5-3/4" square.

The Mya Cigar Table offers a new level of style for the discerning cigar enthusiast. Praised by "Cigar Aficionado", Mya is perfect for the den or patio and is designed for tapping within an arm's reach. The ash tray top can be replaced with any of our other interchangeable tops when the cigar is extinguished and a table is desired.

Residential Application of the Dori Pole Pennant System

Many homeowners have been using Dori Poles in a wide variety of ways. Thats right, Dori Poles aren't only the perfect addition to an event, festival, or business; they are also a great for residential use. 

The pennant system is being used to define a sense of space and place for the homeowner. Gardeners truly enjoy using the Dori Poles to draw attention to their gardens. The pennants blow and flail in the wind, and keep unwanted birds away from gardens better than even the most realistic of scarecrows.

Show support for your favorite local sports teams by flying their team colors in your front-yard.   If the 19'-22' poles are too tall for your yard, don't worry, we've got you covered. Our Dori Pole Jr. is a two piece 12' fiberglass pole with a Dori Pole Jr. rotating yoke and 8' colorful pennant. This smaller scale is perfect as an eye-catcher for home parties, the beach, or to make your favorite teams colors fly in the wind! 

Dori Poles are a fantastic way to decorate for celebrations or birthday parties. With so many colors and pole lengths to choose from, Consort Display Group offers Dori Poles that would enhance any special occasion at www.consort.com.  So get yours for that next big celebration today!