Dear Valued Customer: Design Specialties, Inc. was founded by Jack Dunn in 1983. Jack started with polycarbonate flatware for institutions. Jack listened to you, the customer and one by one developed products to meet your needs. Today, Design Specialties, Inc. is the leader in new product designs and new materials. No company offers a greater selection of tableware items and materials. All of our products offer unique features which other manufacturers can only attempt to copy. We continue listening to the needs of our customers. We believe in the highest level of personal service and quality products. Materials are found to solve particular problems. Colors are chosen by you, our customer. We keep a large inventory so your order can be shipped when you need it. We accept major credit cards. Our low prices always include shipping. Technology is improving materials everyday. Design Specialties, Inc. is continuously evaluating new materials from many plastic manufacturers. We have experience with all kinds of materials. We will help you select the best material for YOUR needs. We are confident we can help meet your Food Service Operation goals. We look forward to working with you. Enjoy your catalog! Sincerely yours, Pattie Whitlock President