W.A.C. Lighting Reports 11th Consecutive Year with 20%-Plus Annual Sales Growth

Furniture World Magazine

Spearheading the planning and overall operations of one of the industry's fastest growing companies, W.A.C. Lighting's President/COO Richard Kurtz has announced that the 2003 fiscal year was the firm's eleventh consecutive year with a 20%-plus, annual sales increase. W.A.C. Lighting is a leading designer and manufacturer of track, recessed, undercabinet and monorail lighting. According to Mr. Kurtz, "The steady string of strong sales increases is a tribute to our valued, loyal dealers who believe in our line of quality products, as well as our product development team, national sales force, and all W.A.C. Lighting employees. Our extraordinary level of service is evidenced by an unprecedented shipping record-- 96% of our orders are shipped within 48 hours! Last year's sales increase was a result of widespread acceptance for our Low Voltage Monorail System, QuickConnect Series of Pendants and Accessories, and Glass Companions line of Wall Sconces, Counter Balance Adjustables, Monopoints and Multipoints. "In 2003, we also appointed key executives and staff in the areas of design, development, sales and marketing, and completed other infrastructure changes, including the implementation of a state-of-the-art SAP software system," continued Mr. Kurtz. "Additionally, we expanded manufacturing capabilities, product development and engineering in our ISO 9001-certified, manufacturing facilities and offices in China, expanded and relocated our west coast distribution center, and added new resources on the east and west coasts in the U.S." About W.A.C. Lighting: Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2004, W.A.C. Lighting has developed a stellar reputation for a high quality product line backed by an extraordinary level of service. Superlative customer service is evidenced by an unprecedented shipping record (96% of orders shipped within 48 hours), a state-of-the-art SAP software system; new service professionals; updated product literature (including mini catalogs for dealers' customers), CD-based catalogs for Mac and PC platforms, point-of-purchase displays, and an upgraded website (dealers can access pricing, inventory and shipping status). The firm also offers extensive manufacturing capabilities, product development and engineering in its ISO 9001-certified, production facilities and offices in China, as well as an expanded and relocated west coast distribution center and offices in City of Industry, Calif., and an expanded corporate headquarters and east coast distribution center in Garden City, NY. Innovative world-class designs and state-of-the-art technology are hallmarks of the W.A.C. Lighting product line, which is being updated with an extensive lineup of product releases for the residential, commercial and specification markets. January 04 introductions feature a comprehensive downlighting line, Flexrail2 line voltage track system, wall sconces, and architectural decorative fixtures, as well as significant additions to its extensive track, low-voltage, undercabinet lighting, and decorative product lines. The firm's vast line also includes: a Low Voltage Monorail System; QuickConnect series of Pendants and Accessories: Glass Companion Wall Sconces, Counter Balance Adjustables, Monopoints and Multipoints; Five Track Systems, including a 2-circuit Track System and a 12v/24v Linear System; Metal Halide Fixtures; Compact Fluorescent Wall Washer Track Heads; Surface Mounts; Miniature and Flexible Fixtures; Button Lights; Display Lights; and Accessories. W.A.C. Lighting is headquartered at 615 South Street Garden City, New York 11530. The phone is 1.800.526.2588, and the fax is 1.800.526.2585. The email address is info@waclighting.com and the website is www.waclighting.com