Interface Plant in Australia Damaged by Fire
Atlanta, GA, July 20, 2012 -- Carpet maker Interface said there was a fire at its manufacturing facility in Picton, Australia today that has caused extensive damage.
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NAHB Likes Lieutenant Governors' Resolution
Washington, DC, July 23, 2012 -- The National Association of Home Builders has praised the National Lieutenant Governors Association for approving a resolution that urges Washington to shore up the housing markets.
Interceramic Opens New Mexico Distribution Center
Las Cruces, NM, July 23, 2012 -- Tile maker Interceramic held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new 80,000-square-foot Santa Teresa distribution facility.
Xcel Brands Signs Agreement with Safavieh
New York, NY, July 23, 2012 -- Xcel Brands, Inc. said it has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Safavieh.
Leading Economic Indicators Decline in June
Washington, DC, July 20, 2012 -- The index of leading economic indicators fell 0.3% in June to 95.6, the Conference Board said.
Chris Davis To He Honored at CFI Convention
Kansas City, MO, July 20, 2012 -- Certified Floorcovering Installers will mark its 19th anniversary at its annual convention in Nashville Aug. 9-11.
Architecture Billings Index Edges Up in June
Washington, DC, July 20, 2012 -- The architecture billings index rose 0.1 of a point to 45.9 in June, the American Institute of Architects said.
High Performance Buildings Coalition Formed
New York, NY, July 20, 2012 -- Twenty-seven associations representing a range of interests in the building and construction industry said they have formed the American High-Performance Buildings Coalition.
Sherwin-Williams Reports Higher Income, Sales
Cleveland, OH, July 20, 2012 -- Sherwin-Williams said second-quarter net income rose 27%, and the company raised its profit outlook for the year.
Florida Tile Establishes Commercial Sales Team
Lexington, KY, July 20, 2012 -- Florida Tile said it has established a sales team dedicated to serving commercial customers.