Consumer Sentiment Declined in April
Ann Arbor, MI, May 29, 2015—The University of Michigan’s final index of consumer sentiment for the month of April decreased to 90.7 from 95.9.
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Mohawk Plans to Consolidate Plants in SC and NC
Landrum, SC, May 29, 2015—Mohawk will close its Landrum, South Carolina operations and consolidate in Eden, North Carolina, according to GSA Business.
Interface Using Recycled PVB in Production of Carpet Tile
Atlanta, GA, May 29, 2015—Interface is now using the laminate material (PVB), which prevents automobile windows from shattering, in the production of carpet tiles.
USGBC to Join Energy Department's Better Buildings Accelerator
Washington, DC, May 29, 2015—The U.S. Department of Energy has announced two new Better Buildings Accelerators, and the U.S. Green Building Council has joined the Home Energy Information Accelerator.
Multifamily Market Conditions Favorable, According To NAHB Index
Washington, DC, May 29, 2015—The Multifamily Production Index (MPI) held a steady reading of 54 for the first quarter of 2015, according to the National Association of Home Builders, the 13th consecutive reading of 50 or above.
GBCI Partners with Bureau Veritas to Facilitate LEED Internationally
Washington, DC, May 28, 2015—Bureau Veritas and Green Business Certification Inc. have finalized the terms of their exclusive global agreement to facilitate LEED certification internationally.
Mike's Flooring to Acquire NC-based Triangle Flooring
Chantilly, VA, May 28, 2015— Mike’s Flooring Companies—a privately held company providing flooring solutions for multifamily, commercial and residential properties from Miami to Maine—will acquire Triangle Flooring LLC of Raleigh, North Carolina.
IDS Announces Designer of the Year Award Recipients
High Point, NC, May 28, 2015—The Interior Design Society has announced award recipients for its fifth annual designer of the year competition.
Founder of Signature Carpets Dies
Alpharetta, GA, May 28, 2015—Bob Thomas, founder of Signature Hospitality Carpets, passed away May 26, following a battle with cancer.
Construction Hiring Increased in 40 States YOY and in 30 March to April
Arlington, VA, May 28, 2015—Construction firms added jobs in 40 states and the District of Columbia between April 2014 and April 2015 and in 30 states and D.C. between March and April, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.