Floor & Decor President Trevor Lang Announces Retirement
Atlanta, GA, September 9, 2024—Floor & Decor announced that Trevor Lang, president, has announced his intent to retire from Floor & Decor.
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Swiss Krono Adopting Unilin Locking System
Lucerne, Switzerland, September 9, 2024-Swiss Krono Group will be adopting the Unidrop locking system for its laminate and hybrid resilient flooring products in multiple of its manufacturing facilities around the globe.
Employment Rose by 142K Jobs in Aug., Unemployment Rate 4.2%
Washington, DC, September 6, 2024-Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 142,000 in August, and the unemployment rate changed little at 4.2%, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.
Dow Introduces First Bio-Circular Flooring Product
Midland, MI, September 6, 2024—Dow announced the introduction of its first bio-circular product for the flooring industry, an addition to the Engage Ren Polyolefin Elastomers (POE) product portfolio.
Mohawk Named 2024 Eco-Leader by Green Builder Media
Calhoun, GA, September 6, 2024—Green Builder Media recently named Mohawk as a 2024 Eco-Leader. Eco-Leaders are recognized for their innovative practices and outstanding commitment to sustainable endeavors.
San Francisco's White Brothers Mill Has Closed
Oakland, CA, September 6, 2024—White Brothers Mill, based in Oakland, California, closed its doors in early September.
Construction Job Openings Declined by 51,000 in July
Washington, DC, September 5, 2024-The construction industry had 248,000 job openings on the last day of July, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey.
Interface Expands Capability at Netherlands Recycling Plant
Atlanta, GA, September 5, 2024-Interface announced continued efforts to develop a circular economy with expanded capabilities at its recycling facility in Scherpenzeel, Netherlands.
Len Andolino Named President of Couristan
Fort Lee, NJ, September 5, 2024-Couristan-a manufacturer, importer and distributor of fine area rugs, broadloom and custom carpets for the residential and hospitality markets-has announced the expansion of its leadership team with the hiring of Len Andolino as president.
Tarkett Earns EcoVadis Platinum
Paris, FR, September 5, 2024—Tarkett announced that the sustainability rating platform EcoVadis awarded the company a Platinum Medal.