- Tumi (business)
Tumi is a manufacturer of
suitcase s andbag s for travel. The company was founded in1975 and is named for aPeru vian ceremonial knife used for sacrifices. The products are known for their black-on-blackballistic nylon . The company is based inSouth Plainfield, New Jersey . Tumi is known among consumers for its exclusivity, and quality stylish products. Today, Tumi's products range from luggage, business cases and handbags to wallets, writing instruments and watches. Tumi is available atdepartment store s and specialty stores as well as over 50 Tumi stores around the world. [http://www.tumi.com/about/index.cfm?TMI_PE_Link=AboutTumi]A Tumi bag is considered de rigueur among professionals who travel a lot such as investment bankers, lawyers and consultants and most people will use their Tumi bags for 5 - 7 years at least
Tumi holds over 25 patents for its design and component part innovations. Tumi products are covered by comprehensive warranties that are detailed on the company's website. Most Tumi products feature an individual product identification number, called Tracer, which can help reunite customers with their lost or stolen bags. The Tracer program is free; products must be registered to be covered by the program.
External links
* [http://www.tumi.com Tumi website]
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