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A Porsche Master Upholsterer is Retiring After 40 Years

May 8, 2026 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - A Porsche Master Upholsterer is Retiring After 40 Years

If you’ve ever wondered who makes all those sleek custom interiors at Porsche, the company just published a really cool profile about one of the people behind the scenes who is now preparing to retire after 40 years with the company. … [Read more...] about A Porsche Master Upholsterer is Retiring After 40 Years

Trimmer James Bechtel Dies at 84

May 7, 2026 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Trimmer James Bechtel Dies at 84

Trimmer James Bechtel of Lima, Ohio, has died at age 84. … [Read more...] about Trimmer James Bechtel Dies at 84

The Iran War and a Texas Plant Fire are Driving Foam Prices Higher

May 6, 2026 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - The Iran War and a Texas Plant Fire are Driving Foam Prices Higher

Rising tensions in the Middle East and a major chemical plant fire in Texas are driving up foam prices around the world, according to Furniture Today. … [Read more...] about The Iran War and a Texas Plant Fire are Driving Foam Prices Higher

Register Now for the 2026 AAPEX Show

May 5, 2026 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - Want to Host a Seminar at the 2023 AAPEX Show

Registration for the 2026 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas is now open. Don't miss it! … [Read more...] about Register Now for the 2026 AAPEX Show

2026 SEMA Show Registration Now Open

May 4, 2026 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - Registration Open for the 2021 SEMA Show

Registration for the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas is now open! And yes, we have details. … [Read more...] about 2026 SEMA Show Registration Now Open

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