Producer Prices Rise More Than Expected
Washington, DC, Oct. 18, 2011 -- U.S. producer prices surged in September as energy costs increased, according to the Labor Department.
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The Clean Trust Elects Board, Committee Members
Vancouver, WA, Oct. 18, 2011 -– The Clean Trust, formerly The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, elected its 2011-2012 board of directors and executive committee during its mid-October meeting in Vancouver.
Cali Bamboo Recognized for Growth
San Diego, CA, Oct. 18, 2011 -- Bamboo flooring maker Cali Bamboo said it was named to the San Diego Business Journal’s fast growth list.
Chinese Growth Slows But Still Robust
Beijing, China, Oct. 18, 2011 -- Economic growth in China eased in the latest quarter to 9.15% from the previous quarter's 9.5% and last year's 10.3%, even as the government is trying to prevent overheating to keep inflation under control.
DuChateau Floors Signs Distributor HW Flooring
San Diego, CA., Oct. 14, 2011 -- Hardwood flooring firm DuChateau Floors has signed a distribution agreement with HW Flooring, a new affiliate of Salesmaster Associates.
Lowe's Closing 20 U.S. Stores
Mooresville, NC, Oct. 17, 2011 -- Home center Lowe's said it is closing 20 of its U.S. stores and it now plans to open far fewer locations in the future.
IICRC Changing Name to The Clean Trust
Vancouver, WA, Oct. 17, 2011 -- The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification has changed its name to The Clean Trust.
Empire State Manufacturing Index Edges Up
New York, NY, Oct. 17, 2011 -- The Empire State manufacturing index edged up in October but remained in negative territory for the fifth straight month, the New York Federal Reserve Bank said Monday.
Johnsonite Signs Southwest Distributor
Chagrin Falls, OH, Oct. 17, 2011 -- Commercial flooring firm Johnsonite said it has a distribution agreement with Big D Floor Covering Supplies for the West and Southwest markets.
Tuftex Begins Fall Promotion for Retail Associates
Dalton, GA, Oct. 17, 2011 -- Tuftex – Carpets of California, Shaw's premier carpet division, is introducing a Surf and Sand fall promotion for retail sales associates.