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Member Benefits

Master Embroidery Manual
Membership Directory
Business Services
     Access to FTC RN Database
     Business Operations Resources
     ETA Freight Savings Plan
     Credit Card Processing
     Technical Embroidery Resources
     Health, Life & Business Insurance
     APPI
     Apparel & Vendor Discounts
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Membership in the Embroidery Trade Association brings with it an extraordinary array of benefits that provide the commercial embroiderer with information and ideas that can have a very significant impact on the bottom line. In addition to money-saving services, ETA membership provides useful resources to make the most efficient and effective use of your time.

Master Embroidery Manual   Return to Top
In the absence of a "how-to" training manual specifically for the embroidery industry, ETA stepped forward to develop and publish an embroiderer's encyclopedia especially for those new to the embroidery industry who have often commented, "This is all new to us and we need all the help we can get." The manual also provides tremendous assistance to veteran embroiderers who provide their own in-house training of machine operators. The Master Embroidery Manual (MEM) currently includes nine sections:
  1. Applied Pricing
  2. Hooping and Framing
  3. Applique
  4. Backings and Toppings
  5. Common Goods and Fabrics
  6. Intellectual Property Guide
  7. Needles
  8. Thread
  9. Stitch-Saving Strategies
Members enjoy a significant discount on purchasing the Master Embroidery Manual.

Membership Directory   Return to Top
Available only to members, the ETA membership directory is an online, searchable directory. The directory allows members to search for other members by company name, member representative's last name, and/or state. So, if you want to find someone near you to discuss local business issues...the directory is your resource. Or, if you would prefer to find someone far away...someone with whom you do not compete for business...this is the place, too!

Business Services   Return to Top
  • Access to FTC RN Database   Return to Top
    From the ETA Members-Only area, we give you a direct link to the Federal Trade Commission RN (registered number) database. Here, you can search for manufacturers of textiles and, if you know the RN number of a garment, you can find the FTC's address of record for the manufacturer.
     
  • Business Operations Resources (articles, etc.)   Return to Top
    ETA Business Operations Resources include articles about starting a business, running a business, participating in trade shows, dealing with intellectual property and copyright issues, and dozens of other topics of importance to small business owners and operators. We regularly develop and make available to our members information that is important to helping members' businesses develop, mature, and grow.
     
  • ETA Freight Savings Plan   Return to Top

    ETA members can enjoy savings on select FedEx® services by joining the ETA Freight Savings Plan. Less-than-truckload discounts are also available with Roadway. For free enrollment call Siriani & Associates, administrators of the freight program, at 800.554.0005.

     


    FedEx Express® – Fast, reliable delivery of urgent shipments

    Save up to 48% on select contiguous U.S. shipments and up to 59% on select shipments from Hawaii and Alaska. <o:p></o:p>

    Note: Use your FedEx Express account for inbound shipments from suppliers. Have the supplier ‘Bill to recipient’ using your FedEx account number. Instead of you paying your supplier’s shipping charges, FedEx will bill you at the ETA discounted rate.

    FedEx Express International Services

    Save up to 59% on select outbound shipments (U.S. customers only)

    FedEx Ground® – Reliable, cost effective delivery of ground packages

    Save up to 20% on select outbound prepaid, inbound collect and third-party prepaid shipments. Up to 10% discount is available on select AK, HI, Puerto Rico and Canada shipments.

    Note: On inbound shipments from suppliers you need to ask the supplier to ship inbound freight collect using FedEx Ground. The supplier must have a FedEx Ground account to ship inbound freight collect. You are not responsible for the shipping charges at the time of delivery. Shipping charges will be billed to you by FedEx at the ETA discounted rate.

    FedEx Freight® – Reliable, responsive delivery of your LTL (less-than-truckload) freight

    Up to 62% discount on select LTL outbound prepaid and inbound collect direct points within the contiguous U.S., backed by a no-fee money-back guarantee.*

    FedEx discounts are off published rates and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Discounts are exclusive of any FedEx surcharges, premiums, minimums, accessorial charges or special handling fees and are not available to package consolidators. For eligible FedEx® services and rates, contact your freight savings program provider, Siriani & Associates. See the applicable FedEx Service Guide or FXF 100 Series Rules Tariff for terms and conditions of service offerings and money-back guarantee programs. FedEx service marks used by permission.


     

    Roadway – National and Regional Interstate LTL Carrier

    Up to 60% discount on outbound prepaid and inbound collect shipments to and from direct points in the U.S. and direct points between the U.S. and Canada.


    For more information, click here or call Siriani & Associates at 800.554.0005.

     

  • Credit Card Processing   Return to Top
    First National Merchant Solutions is a top national processor, backed by the stability of a parent company with over 135 years of success in the banking industry, First National Bank of Omaha. First of Omaha Merchant Processing - ETA's endorsed merchant service processor - brings you a payment processing program that offers special program rates and services that can help your business attract customers and help you retain more profits.

    Program features include:

    • Low Visa and Mastercard discount rates

    • Face to Face Check card rate - 1.56% + $0.20 per transaction

    • Face to Face rate - 1.83% + $0.20 per transaction

    • Non Face to Face rate - 2.665% + $0.20 per transaction

    • No monthly minimum transaction requirements

    • Low rental and/or purchase options on equipment


      For more information on this program, call 800-516-6242 or fax them at 800-517-0666. You can also obtain more information on First of Omaha by visiting their web site at www.foomp.com. Remember, only ETA members are eligible for this extraordinary benefit!
       

    • Technical Embroidery Resources   Return to Top
      ETA offers our members a series of information resources dealing specifically with the technical aspects of embroidery...the "how to" information that you need to run an effective embroidery operation. Among the topics in our Resource Center are:

      1. Three-Way Tension: Distortion & Birdsnests

      2. When Sewing Looks Lousy On Knits

      3. Information On Backings

      4. Loops & Thick Goods

      5. Polyester Thread

      6. When Sewing Looks Bad On Wovens

      7. Top & Bottom Tension

      8. Stitch Density, Length, Direction & Stiffness

      9. Toppings & Facings

      10. Removing Stitches

      11. Proper Pique Knit Techniques

      12. Finishing A Garment

      13. ...and thirty more!
         

      14. Health, Life, & Business Insurance   Return to Top
        The Embroidery Trade Association is pleased to be affiliated with Dale Longfellow and his dedicated staff at Hobson Insurance. The goal of the ETA program is to help members obtain quality insurance at the most affordable cost.

        Whether your business is in your home or in a commercial setting, put Hobson to work for you. With over 35 years experience, Hobson Insurance is able to provide the piece of mind you need to focus on your business. Each policy is custom designed to fit your business needs and may include the following coverage:

        • Buildings & Business Personal Property
        • Comprehensive General Liability
        • Business Income
        • Commercial Auto

        Hobson Insurance represents a number of leading providers of business insurance including Allstate and Safeco Insurance Companies.

        NOTE: Coverage is not currently available in all states. Please contact Hobson Insurance for the availability of coverage in your state.

        The ETA Health and Life Insurance program represents a carefully selected group of financially sound, reputable insurance companies. Your policy is placed with the company offering the best coverage at a competitive price. Hobson offers you options to tailor the policy to fit your individual needs, such as:

        • High Medical Limits
        • Prescription Drug Benefits
        • Maternity Benefits
        • Dental
        • Disability
        • Group Life

        Plans from Hobson Insurance also give you the flexibility to choose from various deductibles, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket limits.

        NOTE: Coverage is not currently available in all states. Please contact Hobson Insurance for the availability of coverage in your state.
         
      15. Affiliated Power Purchasers, Inc.   Return to Top
        APPI Energy Buyers Program Potential savings on costs of electricity and natural gas services as the result of the deregulation of these industries through the ETA/Affiliated Power Purchasers, Inc. (APPI) Energy Buyers Program. The ETA/APPI program also offers a bill audit service.

        http://www.appienergy.com/eta

        In addition, lower Your Telecommunications Costs with the Telecom Savings Program, one of ETA's many member benefits. The Embroidery Trade Association (ETA) is proud to offer this association benefit, the Telecom Savings Program. This is a free service offered exclusively to our members by ETA's utility industry partner, Affiliated Power Purchasers, Inc. (APPI), the same utility experts that bring you the Energy Buyers Program.
         
      16. Apparel & Vendor Discounts   Return to Top
        Many ETA Sponsor members and other vendors offer ETA members discounts. When you provide your membership number to any embroidery-related vendor, this lets the vendor know you expect a discount. The companies that are ETA Sponsors, as well as ETA Pro-Plus digitizer members are committed to "going the extra mile" for ETA members!

    Membership List   Return to Top
    Our online membership list allows ETA members to search for other members by company name, last name of representative, and geographical area. This excellent resource allows members to contact their peers...the ultimate networking tool!

    E-Threads Listserv   Return to Top
    The E-Threads Listserv, reserved exclusively for ETA members, is another communication tool that can return handsome rewards. Members use E-Threads to ask sourcing questions, offer suggestions about technical aspects of embroidery, and to communicate on other topics of concern to the industry.

    Product Sourcing Center   Return to Top
    Can't find the hat your customer wants? Looking for a source of a particularly hard-to-find shirt? Need help locating kids' shorts with a patriotic theme? Use the ETA Product Sourcing Center! Members have access to an online sourcing center that can help locate those hard-to-find products...and if you can't find them online, just call our staff on our toll-free number and we will help you locate what you are looking for! It's included in dues...no additional charge for this exceptional service!

    Membership Decal   Return to Top
    It is important to proclaim your professionalism! ETA helps by giving members a decal showing that they are members...suitable for placing on the front door to your business! In addition, ETA members are permitted to use the ETA logo on their web sites and literature, indicating they are members of ETA and subscribe to our commitment to quality!

    Member Minutes   Return to Top
    Every week, members receive a short, bullet-point style email message with easily digestible advice and information...on marketing, business operations, problem-solving...things with a practical impact on members' bottom line profits!

    We engage our members as partners in helping us understand what they need...so we can respond! ETA works hard to respond quickly and completely to the needs of the industry, thereby helping to ensure the success of our members.
     


Embroidery Trade Association
Note our NEW Address!
4230 LBJ Freeway, Ste. 414
Dallas, Texas 75244
Telephone: 888/628-2545
Fax: 972/755-2561
e-mail: info@embroiderytrade.org