Omnova Solutions Raising Prices May 14
Fairlawn, OH, May 4, 2011 -- Omnova Solutions said it will implement several price increases beginning May 14.
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Mohawk Wins Southeastern Sustainability Honor
Dalton, GA, May 3, 2011 -- Mohawk Industries was among the top companies honored this morning for sustainability efforts by GreenBusiness Works.
CARE Honors Carpet Recycling Leaders
Amelia Island, FL, May 2, 2011 -- The Carpet America Recovery Effort honored two leaders from the growing world of post-consumer carpet recycling at the organization's ninth annual conference held April 27-29.
Flexco Signs Missouri Distributor Tingle Flooring
Tuscumbia, AL, May 3, 2011 -- Resilient flooring firm Flexco has signed Missouri-based distributor Tingle Flooring.
Analyst Stifel Bullish on Armstrong
New York, NY, May 3, 2011 -- Flooring industry analyst Stifel Nicolaus is maintaining a "buy" rating on the stock of Armstrong World Industries, citing the company's recent strong earnings report.
Beazer Homes Posts Loss in First Quarter
Atlanta, GA, May 3, 2011 -- Beazer Homes reported a net loss in the first quarter of $54.6 million.
Factory Orders Rise in March
Washington, DC, May 3, 2011 -- Factory orders rose in March for the fifth consecutive month, according to the Commerce Department.
Armstrong Swings To Profit on Higher Sales
Lancaster, PA, May 2, 2011 -- Armstrong World Industries reported first quarter net income of $13.5 million, or $0.23 per share, compared to a loss of $19.4 million, or $0.34 per share, in the same quarter last year.
Construction Spending Up Most in 11 Months
Washington, DC, May 2, 2011 -- U.S. construction spending in March posted the largest gain in 11 months, according to the Commerce Department.
Brownett New Part Owner of Quartz Flooring
Chicago, IL, May 2, 2011 -- Harry Brownett has joined Quartz Flooring N. A. as executive vice president and part owner.