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Unilin Introduces PFAS-Free Waterproof Coating Formulation

Unilin Introduces PFAS-Free Waterproof Coating Formulation

Waregem, Belgium, January 8, 2023—Unilin Technologies is introducing a PFAS-free formulation for waterproof coatings, aligning with forthcoming bans on harmful chemicals such as PFAS (fluorine) in products in the EU and U.S. markets, starting in 2025.

Card-Monroe Acquires Everworks Automation

Card-Monroe Acquires Everworks Automation

Chattanooga, TN, January 8, 2024-Card-Monroe Corp. has acquired Greenville, South Carolina-based automation company Everworks Automation in what proves to be a strategic step forward for both companies.

Välinge Launches Onepush Installation Technology

Välinge Launches Onepush Installation Technology

Viken, Sweden, January 8, 2024—Välinge has launched Onepush, a new installation technology featuring an integrated locking system that improves both flexibility and durability of the new generation of resilient flooring products.

U.S. Employment Rose by 216,000 in December

U.S. Employment Rose by 216,000 in December

Washington, DC, January 5, 2024-Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 216,000 in December, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.7%, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.

I4F Forms Partnership with Amorim

I4F Forms Partnership with Amorim

Turnhout, Belgium, January 5, 2024-I4F, a group of companies providing patents and technologies to the flooring industry, announced that it has signed multiple agreements with Amorim, including a strategic patent partnership and two license agreements.

Orders for Manufactured Goods Rose 2.6% in November

Orders for Manufactured Goods Rose 2.6% in November

Washington, DC, January 5, 2024-New orders for manufactured goods in November, up three of the last four months, increased $14.9 billion or 2.6% to $592.9 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau reported. This followed a 3.4% October decrease.