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5 Things to Know Before Buying a Basketball Hoop

August 17, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Playing basketball outside is a great way to have fun, burn calories, and improve coordination. But, purchasing a residential basketball hoop can be overwhelming and confusing. Whether you plan to shoot hoops for fun, play competitive games of 3-on-3, or practice team drills, these quick tips will help you decide which hoop is right for you. 1. Determining Your Basketball Hoop Location Before you buy, make sure you have ample space to play. A large, flat, paved surface like a driveway is ideal. Keep in mind it is unsafe (and often illegal) to place a basketball hoop on a street or sidewalk. Whether you have the space in your driveway or backyard, location is going to be the first place to map out when determining the best hoop for your home. 2. Portable Basketball Hoop or In-Ground Basketb...

Lifetime Products Receives Greatest Contributor Award

December 7, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Lifetime Products, Inc., a Utah-based manufacturing company, received the Greatest Contributor Award during the third annual Entrepreneur Excellence awards banquet hosted today by the Northfront Entrepreneur Alliance. This prestigious award is given to a company that has contributed heavily to expanding and growing entrepreneurial activity in Northern Utah. According to the Northfront Entrepreneur Alliance whose goal is to foster and promote entrepreneurism in Northern Utah, Lifetime was chosen for its large economic impact on Utah. Lifetime has demonstrated it is family-oriented and cares about its employees, said Northfront Entrepreneur Alliance Advisory Board Member and presenter of the award, Kent Sulser. Lifetime has been adaptable and able to survive in many economic climates. Lifeti...

Prepare for Holiday Dinner Guests with Convenient FoldinHalf Card Table

November 22, 2011

Lifetime Fold in Half Card Table

CLEARFIELD, UTAH The hectic holiday entertaining season is here and millions of people across the country will gather with families and friends to celebrate over dinners and parties. Whether the guest list is large or small, extra table space is almost always a necessity. One of the most popular folding table options on the market is the square table, often referred to as a card table. Now, Lifetime Products has made this popular temporary table even more convenient to own, store, and transport thanks to a fold-in-half design and a built-in carrying handle. The new Lifetime 34-Inch Square Fold-in-Half Table offers ample seating space for up to four guests, yet folds in half to just 17 inches to easily carry and fit in the trunk of the smallest car or a hallway closet. However, even though the Lifetime 34-I...

Chinese Court Orders Cease and Desist in Lifetime Products Trademark Infringement Case

November 21, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Lifetime Products, a world leader in blow-molded folding tables and chairs, announced today that the Shanghai Pudong New District Peoples Court issued a judgment in favor of Lifetimes trademark infringement case against Chinese manufacturer Zhejiang Lifan Furniture Co. Ltd/Hangzhou Xiaoshan Dadongnan Plastic Packing Co. Ltd (collectively Lifan). In April of 2011, Lifetime took action to enforce its trademark rights by instituting litigation against Lifan who was manufacturing folding utility tables that featured the Lifetime logo. The case involved seizing infringing products through both the local police and the Chinese customs authority. Todays judgment requires Lifan to cease and desist from infringing Lifetimes trademark, pay Lifetime compensation of 150,000 RMB, and destroy the infring...

Lifetime Products Acquires Emotion Kayaks

November 16, 2011

Richard and Tom

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Lifetime Products, a worldwide Utah-based manufacturer of sporting goods equipment, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Pennsylvania-based Emotion Kayaks, adding the companys innovative kayaks to Lifetimes extensive line of water sports products. With the recent tax incentive from the Governors Office of Economic Development we received to expand our manufacturing capabilities in Utah, we will be expanding our blow-molding facilities, said Lifetime President Richard Hendrickson. These new facilities will be used to manufacture more kayaks to meet demand for this growing product line. Lifetime has agreed to purchase all of Emotion Kayaks assets, including its intellectual property, trademark portfolio, manufacturing equipment, inventory and its retailer contracts. Now, kayak ...

Patent Board Grants Lifetime Products Protection Against Chinese Copyists

October 27, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Lifetime Products, a world leader in blow-molded folding tables and chairs, announced today that the Chinese Patent Reexamination Board (PRB) has found that all of the claims in Lifetimes Chinese patent no. 03807208.4 are valid. In April 2011, Lifetime took action to enforce its trademark rights by instituting litigation against Zhejiang Bestem Furniture Co., Ltd., Zhejiang Bestem Machinery Co., Ltd. (previously called Hanghzou Dali Tools Packing Co., Ltd.), and Hangzhou Bestem Furniture Co., Ltd. (collectively, Bestem) in Shanghai. In that litigation, Lifetime alleged that Bestems products infringe three of Lifetimes Chinese patents, specifically patent no. 200380100171.1 relating to Lifetimes Personal Table, and patent nos. 03807208.4 and 200710181918.0 both relating to Lifetimes Folding ...

Lifetime Products to Grow Its Production Capacity and Headquarters

October 13, 2011

Salt Lake City, UTAH The journey from a company born in a garage, manufacturing basketball standards, to a world leading manufacturer of plastic products who has captured 75% of the US market for polyethylene folding tables and whose products are available in 58 countries worldwide is not a fairytale, but a dream of a lifetime. Indeed, Lifetime Products, Inc. is now recognized as a world leader of both residential basketball systems and blow molded plastics, producing a variety of sporting goods, folding furniture, lawn and garden, and storage products. It is exciting to see that after serious competition from other national and international locations, Lifetime has decided to expand in its home state of Utah, said Governor Gary Herbert. Competition is fierce for high quality manufacturing jobs and high qua...

Over 900 Lifetime Products Employees Build New Hiking Trail and Refurbish Local Parks

September 20, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Over 900 employees of local manufacturing company Lifetime Products spent the past two Saturday mornings donating their time to beautify public areas in Ogden and West Point City as part of Lifetimes 6th Annual Employee Community Service Project. The projects consumed approximately 2,700 man-hours, saving both cities thousands of dollars in labor to accomplish complete park makeovers.Over 400 employees simultaneously convened in Ogden on Saturday, September 10 to construct a new one-mile hiking trail which entailed clearing brush, pulling roots, shoveling, and clearing the steep, shrub-covered area. Then, over 500 more employees joined together Saturday, September 17 to refurbish Loy Blake Park, East Park, and the cemetery in West Point City. The employees tackled everything from installing ...

Lifetime Products Enters New Product Category Health and Wellness

September 1, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Lifetime Products, Inc.a worldwide Utah-based manufacturer of folding tables and chairs, sporting goods equipment, outdoor storage sheds, and lawn and garden products -- announced today that it is expanding its product depth and adding a new Health and Wellness product category. Initially, the new Lifetime Health and Wellness category will feature products like the award-winning Lifetime Tru-Motion Walking Cane already on the market, and a new full line of home safety accessories including bath and towel safety grab bars. Lifetime has the branding strength, commitment to innovation, and manufacturing capabilities that make us a perfect fit to design products that help the aging population stay in their homes comfortably, safely, and with dignity, said Lifetime President Richard Hendrickson...

Think Spring with Raised Garden Bed Fall Tasks

August 31, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH For many people, after the fresh summer vegetables have come and gone, gardening chores are finally done. But actually, it should be quite the opposite. With the weather finally starting to cool, Fall is the perfect time of year to prepare your garden for Spring. A little work now will keep your raised garden beds springing up green all year long. Cleaning Clean out all dead plant debris like leaves, vines, stalks, and roots. Fill holes from harvested plants with compost and mix it in. Typically, one trowel full of compost for each square foot is a good guideline. Planting After adding compost, replant the space. One advantage of raised garden beds is that soil stays warmer in the Fall and warms earlier in the Spring than a traditional garden which extends the growing season and c...

Easy Ways to Score Big At Your Next Tailgating Party

August 25, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Tailgating season is all about camaraderie and fun. No matter how simple or extravagant your tailgating spread, the key to a successful tailgate party is to plan ahead to ensure you have the right equipment. Pack your vehicle (as much as possible) the night before. Load items in reverse order so you can easily reach things you will need first at your tailgating destination. Place a large canopy or tent near the end or side of your vehicle to eat and mingle out of the elements of the weatherbe it sun, rain or snow. Place grills close to the action for the authentic smell, but away from flammable objects. An ideal solution is the new 56 Lifetime Folding Tailgate Table which has a chrome rack to hold the grill and an attached sturdy table to hold the fixins - all in a convenient folding desi...

How to Create a Homework Study Zone

August 9, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Getting back into study mode can be tough after a long, fun summer. So, grab a highlighter and take note of these easy ideas for finding and creating the perfect homework space for back to school success. Designated space. Designate a set place in your home for your child to study. For younger children, make the space someplace you can easily supervise the work and be readily available to answer questions. For older children, their bedroom is an ideal location because it gives them a quiet place to focus. Table it. Classrooms have desks and chairs instead of couches and beds to keep students alert. The same should hold true at home. Make sure your child has a designated desk or table to use for studying and doing homework. If you dont have the space for a desk, a small folding table such a...

New Lifetime Simulated Wood Adirondack Chair Is MaintenanceFree

June 29, 2011

Lifetime Adirondack Chair

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Relaxing outdoors in comfort and style just got easier with the new faux-wood, maintenance-free Adirondack Chair from Lifetime Products, the worlds largest manufacturer of blow-molded folding tables and chairs. The Lifetime Adirondack Chair is constructed of UV-protected, simulated wood made from high-density polystyrene - a material that looks and feels like real wood. Unlike real wood, the simulated wood will not splinter, warp, or rot, and never needs to be painted or varnished. The high-density polystyrene chair is lightweight, yet more durable than plastic that is commonly used for outdoor furniture. In addition, it is weather-resistant, stain resistant and easy to clean - essential features in outdoor decor. At first glance, its difficult to tell the Lifetime Adirondack Chair is not ...

New Lifetime Freestyle Paddleboard Making Waves in Water Sports Market

June 24, 2011

Lifetime Paddleboard

CLEARFIELD, UTAH The new Lifetime Freestyle Paddleboard is surfing to shelves nationwide and making waves in the competitive water sports market with its low price point and beginner-friendly design.The stand-up paddleboard from manufacturer Lifetime Products boasts a slightly smaller 98 size, making it lightweight and easy to maneuver and transport. Its unique design provides greater stability and tracking in both surf and flat water with two adjustable fins that can be dialed in or out while on top of the board to increase performance in diverse water conditions. In addition, the extra-large Ethylene Vinyl Acetone (EVA) foam area covering most of the boards deck provides increased traction. And, unlike a lot of paddleboards currently on the market, the Lifetime Freestyle Paddleboard also includes an adjust...

Faster Composting Process with New Lifetime 65Gallon Compost Tumbler

June 23, 2011

Lifetime Composter

CLEARFIELD, UTAH A new compost tumbler from Lifetime Products, a leading manufacturer of blow-molded lawn and garden products, features a large internal aeration system that makes the composting process both faster and easier. Gone are the days of time-consuming and labor-intensive work using a pitch fork to stir messy compost piles. The Lifetime 65-Gallon Compost Tumbler has one of the industrys best composter designs, allowing it to turn on an axis for easy and balanced rotation using the built-in handles. During each turn, the large aerated internal bar mixes the compost and allows air to flow through the composter to help quicken the batching process time. To ensure the tumbler does not rotate during filling, the composter is equipped with a spring-loaded locking pin. The Lifetime 65-Gallon Composter i...

Score a Tailgating Touchdown with New Lifetime Folding Tailgate Table

June 22, 2011

Lifetime Tailgate Table

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Regardless of which team they root for, tailgating enthusiasts are sure to give a cheer for the new Lifetime Folding Tailgate Table debuting nationwide this month.The new Folding Tailgate Table from Lifetime Products, the inventor and worlds leading manufacturer of blow-molded folding tables and chairs, features a 56 x 28 high-density polyethylene (HDPE) tabletop for preparing or serving food with an attached 28 x 15 heavy-duty grill rack with utensil holder. Because transportability is a necessity for tailgating products, the metal rack conveniently folds inside the polyethylene table and the entire table then folds in half to a mere 33 x 28 for easy transport and storage with the built-in carry handle. No more worries over spilled ketchup, mustard, or even barbeque sauce with the new Life...

Lifetimes Mark Whiting Named A Utah Business CFO of the Year

June 14, 2011

Mark Eugene Whiting, chief financial officer Lifetime Products, Inc., was named a CFO of the Year in the June issue of Utah Business Magazine. Whiting was recognized for his 22-year contribution in building a recession-proof company and a company that has become an international player in the sporting goods and outdoor products industry. Over the past two decades, Whiting has successfully supervised Lifetimes financial transition from a regional manufacturer of basketball hoops to a global company and brand. The year he was hired, the companys sales totaled about $7 million- a profit earned solely by the sale of in-ground basketball hoops. Presently, Lifetimes products are sold in 58 countries. Whiting came to Lifetime Products in 1989 as Controller, with 12 years of post-university professional experience....

Lifetime TruMotion Cane Named Best New Product by Drug Store News

June 9, 2011

Lifetime Tru-Motion Cane

The Lifetime Tru-Motion Cane recently was named Best New Product by Drug Store News. The award was bestowed at ECRMs Home Health Care 2011 EPPS Show and is given in recognition of the best new product invention from the more than 50 suppliers at the event. Manufactured by Lifetime Products, the Tru-Motion Cane is a revolutionary design unlike any other canes on the market. Its curved foot provides unmatched safety and stability through consistent surface contact with the ground to ensure a solid, stable foundation regardless of the length of stride or the angle the cane is held - even on difficult to maneuver steps and hills. The innovative style of the cane facilitates a natural, full-range cadence that gives reliable feedback to increase mobility and confidence in walking. In addition, the Lifetime Tru-Mo...

Lifetime Store Memorial Day Event Donates More than 1700 to UMFF

June 8, 2011

Lifetime Store, the Official Lifetime Products Outlet Store, donated five percent of proceeds from the second annual Salute Our Troops Memorial Day event to the Utah Military Families Foundation (UMFF). This years event was such a success it surpassed last years donation with the final amount being donated to the UMFF totaling $1,712. Founded in 2007, UMFF is a privately-funded non-profit organization headquartered at Hill Air Force Base that supports more than 80,000 military families throughout Utah. UMFF will use the donation to fund projects and events that support military members from all service branches and their families, especially those deployed. This military-themed Salute Our Troops event provided a fun family atmosphere for all ages. Those who attended enjoyed free ice cream, prizes, contests,...

Lifetime Store to Host Salute Our Troops Memorial Day Event

May 26, 2011

Lifetime Store, the Official Lifetime Products Outlet Store, will host a Salute Our Troops Event this Memorial Day on May 30, 2011. The second annual event will be held from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. at the Lifetime Store located at 5296 South Freeway Park Drive in Riverdale, Utah. The event is also an opportunity for the public to help celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Lifetime Products. Special Memorial Day and 25 Year Anniversary activities and promotions will be held only at the Riverdale store location with 5 percent of proceeds from the Memorial Day sales being donated to the Utah Military Families Foundation (UMFF), a privately-funded non-profit organization headquartered at Hill Air Force Base that supports over 80,000 military families throughout Utah. Last years inaugural event raised more than $1600 for t...

Lifetime Pursues Alleged Chinese and Philippine Trademark Copyists

May 24, 2011

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Lifetime Products, a world leader in blow-molded folding tables and chairs, recently took action to enforce its trademark rights in China against Hangzhou Xiaoshan Dadongnan Packing Plastic Co.,Ltd./Zhejiang Lifan Furniture Company, Ltd. (Dadongnan). Lifetime recently obtained information that suggested that Dadongnan was manufacturing tables and chairs that included the Lifetime name and logo. Lifetime has long-standing trademark rights to its name and logo in China. With the assistance from its counsel in China and Chinese authorities, Lifetime detained a container of Dadongnan goods that was being shipped to the Philippines. Upon inspection of the container, Lifetime confirmed that the goods included the Lifetime name and logo. Based on that evidence, and at Lifetimes request, Chinese a...

Adjustable Height Basketball Hoop Turns 25 Milestone Marked with 25 Hoops for 25 Years Giveaway

April 22, 2011

25 Years 25 Hoops

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Today, most of us just expect the basketball hoop in our driveway to raise or lower in height to allow players of all ages, heights, and skill levels to play on the same system. But 25 years ago, an adjustable height basketball hoop was a brand new innovation that quickly revolutionized the basketball industry. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of its industry-changing invention, Utah-based manufacturing company Lifetime Products is hosting a national 25 Hoops for 25 Years giveaway. A total of 25 Lifetime adjustable height portable basketball hoops will be given away through random drawings on www.lifetime.com throughout the remainder of 2011. Lifetime Products, now the worlds largest manufacturer of residential basketball hoops, was founded in 1986 with the introduction of its Quick ...

Its A Garden Bench Its A Table New Lifetime Convertible Bench Does DoubleDuty

March 1, 2011

Lifetime Convertable Bench

Lifetime Products, manufacturer and inventor of the first table with a blow-molded tabletop and the first picnic table with a blow-molded top, has unveiled yet another revolutionary lawn and garden table by introducing the Lifetime Convertible Bench. The Lifetime Convertible Bench is a simulated wood garden bench that converts from bench to table instantly. One person can single-handedly convert the product into a table by simply squeezing the built-in handle and tipping the bench back. Additionally, when two Lifetime Convertible Benches are placed together in the table position, they create an instant, full-sized picnic table. This is a very versatile product that allows consumers to maximize their outdoor living space, said Lifetime Product Marketing Manager Darrin Gunnell. Weve made it aesthetically appe...

Start A Garden in One Hour with New Lifetime Raised Garden Kit

March 1, 2011

Lifetime Raised Garden Bed

CLEARFIELD, UTAH Lifetime Products, a leading innovator and manufacturer of blow-molded tables and storage sheds, is expanding its line of outdoor lawn and garden products with the introduction of the first blow-molded Raised Garden Kit. The Lifetime 4x4 Raised Garden Kit provides a full garden setup in less than one hour of easy, do-it-yourself assembly with no tools required. The Lifetime Raised Garden Kit is constructed of UV-protected, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) so they are low-maintenance, weather-resistant, and will not rot, crack, chip or peel like traditional wooden raised garden beds. We recognized that more people are starting to get back-to-basics and are interested in growing their own fruits and vegetables to eat healthier and save on grocery costs, said Lifetime Product Marketing Manage...