Foam Producers Accused of Antitrust Activities
Statesville, NC, Sept. 17, 2010--Several North American foam producers have engaged in antitrust activities, including price fixing, according to lawsuits filed by foam buyers.
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QEP Reports Record Sales on Harris Acquisition
Boca Raton, FL, Sept. 16, 2010--Q.E.P. Co. reported record net sales of $121.2 million for the six months ended August 31, an increase of $19.4 million from the $101.8 million reported in the same period of fiscal 2010.
Invista Bath Rug Fibers Get EPP Certification
Kennesaw, GA, Sept. 17, 2010--Polymer and fiber manufacturer Invista said it has earned the Environmentally Preferable Product (EPP) certification for its Comforel bath rug fibers.
Consumer Price Index Shows Tame Inflation
Washington, DC, Sept. 17, 2010--The Consumer Price Index rose 0.3% in August for the second straight month, pulled higher by energy prices, the Labor Department said.
Carpets of Kidderminster Gets Management Buyout
Kidderminster, UK, Sept. 17, 2010--A management buyout has saved half the jobs at Carpets of Kidderminster.
Woolrich Names Brayton Licensing Director
Woolrich, PA., Sept. 14, 2010--Woolrich has promoted Nick Brayton to director of domestic licensing.
Propex Files Suit Against Western Excelsior
Chattanooga, TN, Sept. 16, 2010--Propex Operating Company said it filed suit against Western Excelsior Corporation alleging both patent and trade dress infringement as well as unfair competition.
Foreclosure Growth Slows in August
Irvine, CA, Sept. 16, 2010--The number of properties entering the foreclosure process slowed in August for the seventh month in a row, foreclosure tracking firm RealtyTrac Inc. said.
CRI Supports California Carpet Recycling Bill
Dalton, GA, Sept. 16, 2010--Calling it a bill that could, "usher in a whole new phase of carpet recycling," the Carpet and Rug Institute says it supports proposed legislation in California that provides incentives for carpet recycling.
New NWFA Website Lists Certified Installers
St. Louis, MO, Sept. 16, 2010--The National Wood Flooring Association has developed a new website to help consumers find certified wood flooring installers in their area.