Mannington Installation Training Offers Classes
Salem, NJ, March 28 2008--Mannington’s Installation Training Center will offer classes on installing its resilient, laminate and hardwood products this year.
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Initial Jobless Claims Show Continuing Weakness
Washington, DC, March 27, 2008—Initial jobless claims fell 9,000 to 366,000 for the week ended March 22, the Labor Department reported.
Wear Dated Unveils Field Guide to Color
Kennesaw, GA, March 27, 2008—Wear Dated carpet fiber has launched its 2008 color folio called A Field Guide to Color.
New Home Sales Fall to 13-Year Low
Washington, DC, March 26, 2008—New home sales fell to a 13-year low in February, falling 1.3 percent to an adjusted annual rate of 590,000, the Commerce Department.
Durable Goods Orders Fall Unexpectedly
Washington, DC, March 26, 2008--Durable goods orders unexpectedly fell in February as demand for machinery fell, perhaps indicating that companies are becoming more reluctant to invest.
NAHB Supports No Decrease in Conforming Loan Limit
Washington, DC, March 27, 2008--The National Association of Home Builders praised the Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight (OFHEO) for its decision not to decrease conforming loan limits.
Inventors Develop Luminescent Rug
London, UK, March 27, 2008--A new rug that lights up when you step on it could be available soon, keeping people safer at night.
Topps Tiles Sees Lower Net Income
London, UK, March 26, 2008--British tile and flooring retailer Topps Tiles Plc said its first half net income would be down 17 percent and low consumer confidence would pressure near term sales.
FieldTurf Tarkett Names New Chief Executive
Montreal, Quebec, March 27, 2008--FieldTurf Tarkett has appointed Joe Fields as chief executive officer.
Online Registration Underway for NeoCon Event
Chicago, IL, March 26, 2008--NeoCon, the largest design exposition and conference for commercial interiors in North America, returns to the Merchandise Mart marking its 40th year June 9-11.