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Valinge, Classen Settle Patent Dispute

Valinge, Classen Settle Patent Dispute

Hannover, Germany, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Valinge said that it has signed an agreement with Classen that ends their legal dispute related to patents for fold down locking systems for laminate and wood flooring.

Roppe To Raise Prices in March

Roppe To Raise Prices in March

Fostoria, OH, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Rubber and vinyl flooring firm Roppe said it will increase prices 3-6% on all products effective with shipments on March 12.

Consumer Sentiment Rises in January

Consumer Sentiment Rises in January

Ann Arbor, MI, Jan. 13, 2012 -- The University of Michigan/Thomson Reuters consumer sentiment index reached 74 in the preliminary reading for January, the highest level since May.

NAFCD Announces Changes to 2012 Conference

NAFCD Announces Changes to 2012 Conference

Chicago, IL, January 12, 2012--The North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors has announced that it is making changes to its annual conference, responding to feedback from members.

Langhorne Design Contest Gets Celebrity Judge

Penndel, PA, Jan. 13, 2012 -- Well known interior designer Bennett Weinstock has joined New York’s Alex Papachristidis among the judges for Langhorne Carpet Company’s first Morrow Design Competition.