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As a world-leading maker of window coverings, Hunter Douglas keeps Peeping Toms at bay. Almost 90% of its sales come from blinds, curtains, and sunscreens that it sells under such brands as Luminette, Silhouette, Luxaflex, and Duette. The company also produces architectural products such as ceiling systems, cladding, and sun louvers under the Luxalon brand. Hunter Douglas operates 145 companies with about 60 manufacturing plants and more than 80 assembly plants worldwide. The company distributes its products through more than 600 independent franchised distributors. CEO Ralph Sonnenberg and his family control the company.
COMPETITION |
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Decorator Industries, Inc. (DII)
Newell Rubbermaid Inc. (NWL)
Springs Industries, Inc. (SMI)
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: December
2000 Sales (mil.): 1,597.90
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 16.7%
Employees: 15,084
Revenue per employee: $105,933.44
KEY PEOPLE |
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Ralph Sonnenberg
CEO
W. Oppliger
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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2 Piekstraat
3071 EL Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Phone: 31-10-486-9911
Fax: 31-10-485-0355
Online: Web Site
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