Since 2012, Muckles Ink has been known for our expert printing on an array of stylish apparel. Originally founded by BU alumni, Muckles was acquired in 2020 by Binghamton University alumni-run Red Barn Creative Group and is now owned by Jon and Dina Layish. Muckles Ink has become a treasured hub for locals and visitors alike.
At our Court Street location, you'll discover a treasure trove of Binghamton-themed products, from trendy T-shirts and cozy hoodies to comfortable sweatpants and stylish hats. While we've long been recognized as the go-to spot for BU apparel, our vision extends beyond simply printing merchandise. We strive to create a bridge between the community and the University, fostering a sense of togetherness and shared identity.
In addition to our iconic college branding, Muckles Ink has ventured into exciting new printing projects, including nostalgic college logos.
Muckles Rally, our innovative fundraising program, embodies our ethos of reciprocity and mutual benefit. By partnering with local entities and giving back 25% of gross sales, we aim to cultivate a thriving ecosystem where business and community flourish together.
While our brick-and-mortar location remains a beloved local spot, we are expanding our online presence to reach even more customers. Through partnerships with affiliates and a focus on creativity, we are evolving our business strategies to support artisans, artists, and local talent. Our Code of Conduct
Red Barn Technology Group, Inc. dba Muckles Ink! Code of Conduct
Muckles Ink! sells an extensive range of promotional apparel and products to a broad customer base. Our orders are individually customized with our customer’s logo, design or message. Some major product categories are: apparel, bags, drinkware, banners, posters, stickers, etc. We typically purchase blank items from domestic suppliers and produce the final, printed product for our customers. Our goal is to work with suppliers who proactively select and manage their supply chain and manufacturing facilities, thereby providing blank products that are manufactured in safe environments where workers are treated ethically and respectfully.
Our Code of Conduct is based on widely recognized International Labour Organization and Fair Labor Association standards. The Supply Chain Code of Conduct covers the following objectives:
Employment Relationship – Employers shall adopt and adhere to rule and conditions of employment that respect workers and, at a minimum, safeguard their rights under national and international labor and social security laws and regulations.
Nondiscrimination - No person shall be subject to any discrimination in employment, including hiring, compensation, advancement, discipline, termination or retirement, on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, political opinion, social group or ethnic origin.
Harassment or Abuse - Every employee shall be treated with respect and dignity. No employee shall be subject to any physical, sexual, psychological, or verbal harassment or abuse.
Forced Labor – There shall be no use of forced labor, including prison labor indentured labor bonded labor or other forms of forced labor.
Child Labor - No person shall be employed under the age of 15 or the age for completion of compulsory education, whichever is higher.
Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining- Employers shall recognize and respect the right of employees to freedom of association and collective bargaining.
Health, Safety and Environment - Employers shall provide a safe and healthy workplace setting to prevent accidents and injury to health arising out of, linked with, or occurring in the course of work or as a result of the operation of employers’ facilities. Employers shall adopt responsible measures to mitigate negative impacts that the workplace has on the environment.
Hours of Work - Employers shall not require workers to work more than the regular and overtime hours allowed by the law of the country where the workers are employed. The regular work week shall not exceed 48 hours. Employers shall allow workers at least 24 consecutive hours of rest in every seven-day period. All overtime work shall be consensual. Employers shall not request overtime on a regular basis and shall compensate all overtime work at a premium rate. Other than in exceptional circumstances, the sum of regular and overtime hours in a week shall not exceed 60 hours.
Compensation - Every worker has a right to compensation for a regular work week that is sufficient to meet the worker’s basic needs and provide some discretionary income. Employers shall pay at least the minimum wage or the appropriate prevailing wage, whichever is higher, comply with all legal requirements on wages, and provide any benefits required by law or contract. Where compensation does not meet workers’ basic needs and provide some discretionary income, each employer shall work with the FLA to take appropriate actions that seek to progressively realize a level of compensation that does.
We expect that our domestic suppliers implement this set of principles locally in their own businesses as well as in their supply chain. In turn, we commit to active implementation of these standard every day in Muckles Ink! own organization.
Date of Adoption: November 5, 2024
Contact:
Dina Layish, CFO
(607) 772-1888