idX Corporation is continually breaking new ground in the custom millwork and retail fixtures industry. From new acquisitions and personnel developments to charitable donations and industry events, idX is making a difference for our customers.

idX has earned FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) Certification for its Seattle division. FSC Certification provides a guarantee that the fixture’s chain-of-custody has been maintained. That chain-of-custody begins in the forest and includes all successive stages of processing, transformation, manufacturing and distribution. To qualify for FSC Certification, idX’s Seattle division was independently verified by Scientific Certification Systems, an FSC-accredited certification company. SCS examined idX’s record-keeping and systems, certifying idX to work within the FSC system and label its products with the FSC logo. idX’s FSC SCS Certification Registration number is SCS-COC-001441. Following on the heels of the Seattle division certification, idX’s Louisville division is in the process of being audited for FSC certification.

idX introduced a national awards program recognizing new eco-friendly retail store interior products or design solutions. This challenge was open to all exhibitors at GlobalShop 2008. The winner was selected by show attendees, companies and retail store design firms. The winner, Pan Pacific Manufacturing Inc., was honored at the A.R.E. Retail Design Awards during GlobalShop. Among the 27 entrants, Pan Pacific Manufacturing Inc. was awarded winner of the idX Product Green Challenge for their Poly Denim bags made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. The earth friendly bags were made with a special technique giving them a stone-washed denim look. The award was valued at $10,000, which included advertising recognition in the May issue of DDI Magazine, and a donation to an environmental group of Pan Pacific Manufacturing Inc.’s choice, which was Greenbelt Alliance. idX’s Director of Environmental Development, Lisa Thompson stated, “It’s gratifying that GlobalShop attendees recognize the multiple environmental benefits of this product.” She continued, “Not only are they made of recycled material, but their use by retailers and consumers in lieu of plastic or paper shopping bags benefits the environment.”

At GlobalShop in Chicago, idX introduced a smaller unit designed for smaller merchandise, a design encouraged by the customers themselves. This smaller unit is still equipped with a new storage area for excess inventory along with the same features and warranties as the large unit. idX developed the smaller ShopRobotic unit to aid retailers who sell higher value, high-demand items that would normally need lock and key. ShopRobotic securely displays the items which are dispensed when the customer provides payment by cash or credit card. The new gondola-sized unit is adaptable to any retail square footage or design requirements, and can be redesigned to match store décor.

idX Corporation has hired a Director of Environmental Development. Lisa Thompson joins idX to lead its major corporate initiative on sustainable retail environments. She will educate and encourage idX customer teams to consider environmentally friendly options. Thompson is LEED accredited and has experience with sustainable architectural design. Her innovative roles include LEED instructor, SEABS Co-Founder, Sustainable Design Boiler Plate Project Leader, and Sustainable Design Competition Finalist. She previously worked at Cannon Design where she inspired offices from New York to Shanghai with her sustainable architecture initiatives. Thompson holds a Masters Degree in Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is active in numerous environmental associations. At this year’s GlobalShop in Chicago, Thompson recognized the winner of the idX Product Green Challenge.

idX Corporation has expanded it new Louisville facility adding 100,000 square feet and giving the building a total capacity of 420,000 square feet for office space, manufacturing, and distribution. This is idX’s way of staying ahead of the growth curve, considering the 30% expansion in barely more than a year. The new space will be used for warehousing, distribution and to support large rollouts. Since the expansion Louisville plans to add new project management and operations staff this year, increasing the company’s 130 employees to 150.

Steve Modlin, recently joining idX, has brought extensive business development, account development and sales management experience to the financial industry. Most recently, Modlin was Director of Sales for Harland Clarke, a leading provider of payment systems, marketing services, and technology solutions. He has a B.S. from Missouri State University and resides in Tampa, FL.

Bill Rapagnani has joined idX with a widespread customer service background in the store fixture industry. He recently served as Vice President of Sales Development and Leggett & Platt, where he was frequently recognized for sales leadership. Prior to this he was Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Genesis Fixtures. Rapagnani resides in Fort Collins, CO.

idX Corporation introduced MagnIQ to the U.S. market at GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago. MagnIQ uses metal panels and specially designed display components bonded with high-powered weight-bearing magnets, capable of supporting up to 50 pounds or even 150 pounds (for some installed versions). The result is a combination of strength, sophistication, and beauty required by designers today. Many of the UK’s major retailers have begun using MagnIQ for merchandise display. MagnIQ is “simple, flexible, and available today,” according to Mark Pritchard, idX Executive Vice President, Strategic Business Development. MagnIQ is based on metal panels in a variety of finishes that can be painted or covered by graphics, fabric, or wallpaper. Magnetic fixtures can be rearranged quickly and easily, without damage to the panel surface.

idX Corporation announced today that it has launched a major environmental initiative promoting sustainable retail environments. A key component of this initiative is the introduction of a significant national awards program recognizing outstanding new eco-friendly retail store interior products or design solutions. The idX Green Product Challenge will be open to all exhibitors at GlobalShop 2008, March 18-20. Products and design solutions entered in the competition will be on display at the idX Green Product Showcase at GlobalShop. The winning product will be selected by show attendees--retailers, consumer products companies and retail store design firms—through interactive voting kiosks at the show. The company submitting the winning product will be honored at the NASFM Retail Design Awards celebration on March 18 during GlobalShop. The award, valued at $10,000, will include advertising recognizing the winning company’s contribution to sustainable retail environments and a donation to the environmental group of the winner’s choice. “idX has begun taking significant steps to lessen our impact on the environment,” said idX CEO Terry Schultz. “But we understand there is a massive amount of progress that must be achieved very quickly, and the challenge is too big for one company to tackle alone. We chose to take a leadership role by committing significant resources to encourage other companies in our market to join the green movement.” Doug Hope, Group Vice President of Retail Design at Nielsen Business Media and GlobalShop Founder, said idX’s environmental leadership will provide companies of all sizes the opportunity to be in the spotlight. “By recognizing outstanding eco-friendly products, idX will bring the industry’s attention to the best solutions, many of which may be very new to the market,” he said. “At the same time, much-needed financial support will be provided to a worthy environmental cause.” The inclusion of the idX Green Product Award in the NASFM’s Retail Design Awards program is a welcome addition to the industry awards line-up, said NASFM Executive Director Klein Merriman. "NASFM's Retail Design Awards recognize the best in store design, store fixture design, and visual presentation,” he said. “We're pleased to also recognize the growth of the green movement in retail environments by including the idX-sponsored Green Product Award presentation as part of our Retail Design Awards celebration." idX’s decision to take a leadership role in the sustainable retail movement grew out of the company’s internal commitment to the environment. “This is not an initiative that is going to lose steam. This is not the hot topic of the month. This is a lifestyle change,” said Schultz. “We know there is much still to be done, but we’re committed as a company and as individuals to succeed—and to make a difference for generations to come.” Entries will be accepted in the idX Green Product Challenge beginning in mid-December at www.GlobalShop.org, and will be posted on the website prior to the show.

idX has unsurpassed expertise to manufacture in multiple acrylic substrates such as Plexiglas, ABS, PETG, HP and Styrene. idX’s design and development expertise can be utilized to create countertop, wall and floor fixtures. Acrylic fixtures can function independently for merchandising or incorporated with wood and metal. idX is also able to integrate patented components to deliver customer specified solutions. With its team of experienced designers, engineers and project managers, idX’s breadth of capabilities offer an unparalleled selection of acrylic products. Discover the difference. Make idX your single source for all your fixture and retail environment needs.

idX Corporation and Intava® Corporation announced today that the companies have partnered to combine Intava’s dynamic touch-screen systems with the new ShopRobotic by idX®. The new idX and Intava system is on display in the In-Store Marketing Expo FutureVision Gallery, part of The Retail Media Forum. The FutureVision Gallery will spotlight ShopRobotic by idX®, a totally customizable, automated retail merchandise delivery system, as one of the industry’s most innovative new products. Visitors to the Gallery will see the state-of-the-art selling solution in action, with a dynamic music environment that will draw them in to browse, compare, listen to, and enjoy a full range of digital music players. The Intava interactive display extends the product experience and selection by enabling touch-screen shopping with product comparisons, full motion video, product specifications, music samples and more—adding virtual shelf space to the merchandising system. “Adding Intava’s touch-screen technology to ShopRobotic allows brand marketers and retailers to realize the full potential for consumer interaction in a dynamic environment,” explained idX Corp. Executive Vice President of Strategic Business Development Mark Pritchard. “With this ShopRobotic system, brand marketers can provide consumers with the complete shopping experience—from discovery to comparison through to the actual purchase itself.” To view a video on ShopRobotic by idX®, visit www.idxcorporation.com and click on the ShopRobotic button. The idX and Intava system will be on display in the FutureVision Gallery at In-Store Marketing Expo (www.instorexpo.com), September 26-27 at Lakeside Center, McCormick Place, Chicago.

idX Corporation has opened a new Seattle facility, bringing the company’s total U.S. capacity to more than 1.5 million square feet. The new 300,000-square foot plant, located in River Front Industrial Park in the Seattle suburb of Puyallup, includes state-of-the-art manufacturing, distribution and offices. The division also increased the number of employees from 130 to close to 160, with plans to add another 20 employees during peak seasons. The new facility replaces five Seattle-area buildings totaling about 230,000 square feet. The largest of the former buildings, a 110,000-square foot facility, was located only eight blocks from idX Seattle’s new home. “For our staff, locating near the old facility was important to keep it convenient for their commute,” said Seattle General Manager Robert Cox, a 14-year idX veteran. “Growth has been phenomenal for idX Seattle,” Cox added. “This new facility allows us to work more efficiently and handle higher volume projects. The size of the building gives us the flexibility to build a full-scale prototype store within our facility so that our retail clients can ‘kick the tires’ on new concepts before rolling them out.”

LAS VEGAS, NV—idX Corporation, a worldwide leader in fixture manufacturing, logistics and project management for the retail, hospitality and financial markets, will introduce new interactive, custom-designed Innovation Stations at GlobalShop March 7-9. Powered by RetailCom, the idX Innovation Stations may be designed to utilize a combination of display technologies, including digital signage and interactive touchscreens. The stations are fully maintained by RetailCom or via a custom-designed, client-specific web application. Each idX Innovation Station is personalized to suit the requirements of the individual retailer or brand, and includes customized graphics and programming. In addition to the Innovation Stations, idX will offer the following products powered by RetailCom: • The Compact Flash Player, with an integrated LCD screen, delivers DVD-quality video in an extensive range of screen sizes. The ultimate in networked solid-state multimedia devices, it requires no operating system, offers ease of installation, delivers utility grade service levels and allows remote content updates. • ThinLites are 1-in.-deep, energy-efficient and light-weight CFC illuminated display panels. With both in-stock sizes and custom design available, ThinLites provide smooth backlighting rated for 40,000 hours—ten times longer than fluorescent tubes. Attractive snap frames ensure easy creative changes and simple wall mounting saves on installation costs.

ST. LOUIS, MO – idX Corporation has operated on a worldwide level for more than 20 years as a leading provider of store fixtures, logistics and project management for the retail, hospitality and financial markets. Now what began in 2005 as a strategic plan to provide a dedicated international presence to clients has led to the recent launch of idX London. “The retail industry is a global industry. With the opening of idX London we’re now positioned to help our clients expand into Europe and its emerging markets, such as Moscow, Budapest and Istanbul, as well as established markets in the UK France and Germany,” said Mark Pritchard, Executive Vice President of Strategic Business Development. Alister Comrie will lead the initiative as idX Director of Global Development, Europe. “It’s rare in the current business climate to find a retail fixture company growing at the phenomenal rate of idX,” said Comrie. “I look forward to carrying this success across Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.” idX’s first global venture began 18 months ago with the opening of its Shanghai office. “Our global positioning enables idX to differentiate ourselves from the competition by having the capabilities across Asia and Europe to manufacture, assemble, distribute, install all through one point of contact.” Having operations around the globe also benefits American-based retailers turning to idX’s six North America branches when the company brings new products and services from international retail back home, such as the new ShopRobotic by idX® the company will introduce at GlobalShop in March. The self-service, automated store takes vending to the next level and was inspired by U.K. innovations.

ST. LOUIS, MO—idX Corporation, a worldwide leader in fixture manufacturing, logistics and project management for the retail, hospitality and financial markets, has named Bill Delaney Vice President of Sales. In his new position, Delaney will report to idX CEO Terry Schultz. He replaces Mark Pritchard, who has been named Executive Vice President, Strategic Business Development. Delaney joins idX from four years at Leggett & Platt, where he was Segment Vice President of the Store Fixture Group. Previously, he worked at RHC Spacemaster for 18 years in sales, sales management and executive level management. He resides in Charleston, SC.

LAS VEGAS, NV—ShopRobotic by idX®, a totally customizable automated retail merchandise delivery system, will make its U.S. debut at GlobalShop March 7-9. ShopRobotic by idX® offers a superb solution for handling higher value, high-demand items that currently present difficult security challenges. Most retailers keep such items under lock and key, complicating the sales process for both the customer and the retailer. With ShopRobotic by idX®, merchandise is displayed securely in the glass-fronted kiosk and is dispensed when the customer inserts either cash or a credit card. Unit dimensions can be designed based on the retailer’s requirements--large to stand out in a free-standing, kiosk-type arrangement or smaller for store environments. It also can be designed in materials to match store décor, including wood, metal, veneer or laminate. Among the benefits retailers will realize with ShopRobotic by idX®: • Higher sales per square foot. Less floor space is needed to display and vend the product. • Lower personnel costs. Staff time is no longer needed to unlock or retrieve items from stock. • Greatly reduced shrinkage costs. The product isn’t delivered until the customer provides a credit card or cash. • Shorter lines at check-out. The transaction is completed at the unit. • Faster service. There’s no longer a need to retrieve the product from stock or unlock a cabinet or anti-theft device. • Improved product information delivery. An interactive touchscreen provides the consumer with in-depth information about the product. • Improved customer data mining. The retailer can download or upload information from or to any ShopRobotic by idX® kiosk anywhere in the world and react on a real-time basis. Potential uses for ShopRobotic by idX® are also many: • Drug or convenience stores, where higher cost items such as cameras or perfumes currently are locked up, discouraging the customer from purchasing. • Shopping malls, where a mall retailer can operate a strategically located kiosk that is open 24/7 and doesn’t require staffing. • Airports, in gate areas where retailers typically would not have a location. Products offered might include DVDs, cameras, books, prepaid cell phones or other traveler needs. • Hotels, which can realize a higher return from lobby shop sales without risking pilferage by stocking higher cost items like shavers, cellular phone cords, prepaid cell phones or iPods. • Computer or office supply stores, where products such as Ink cartridges create challenges due to their small size, high cost, and multiple styles. ShopRobotic by idX® is powered by Teknovation, a collaboration that combines superior technology and the best design solutions. Rather than the product being positioned several inches behind the glass front, with ShopRobotic by idX®, the product is right up against the glass. Picking is done from the back, allowing for a much larger pick area (up to 6 ft. by 8 ft.); the robotic arm uses a suction device that accommodates a wider variety of product shapes and sizes.

St. Louis, MO—idX Corporation, a worldwide leader in retail fixtures, logistics and project management, has opened a new Louisville facility, bringing the company’s total U.S. capacity to more than 1.5 million square feet. The new 320,000-square foot plant, located in Louisville’s neighbor city of Jeffersonville, Indiana, includes manufacturing, distribution and offices. Initially, 125 employees will be located at the new facility, increasing to 190 over the next three years. The new facility replaces a previous factory/office location and three leased warehouses. Louisville General Manager David Kilgore supervised the planning, construction and move, which took place December 5. “Growth has been phenomenal for idX Louisville,” Kilgore said, “and this state-of-the-art facility takes our capability for high-volume manufacturing to a whole new level.” "The new facility offers us a great strategic location to increase our manufacturing and distribution capability," said Terry Schultz, idX CEO.

idX Corporation CEO, Terry Schultz, was featured in the June Store Fixture Issue of VM+SD Magazine. Use this link to read more about Terry and idX…

“People + Process + Passion” is the key to idX success. The idX team is growing with the addition of:

• Michael Burton – idX St. Louis, Senior Development Manager
• Alister Comrie – idX London, Director of Global Development – Europe
• Tom Milantoni – idX Louisville, Vice President of Client Services
• Lynne Watson – idX, Corporate Development

Mark your calendars! idX Corporation is exhibiting at the Retail Interiors EXPO Trade Show in Chicago this May 17-18. Be sure to visit the idX booth #2368 next to the Design Firm Challenge. With the day-to-day chaos in the retail industry, you'll discover how idX is truly a breath of fresh air!