Preverco Launches PreLoc Engineered Hardwood
St-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Quebec, October 23, 2007--Preverco, a manufacturer of high-end Canadian hardwood flooring, has developed a self-locking engineered flooring.
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Centex Posts Second Quarter Loss
Dallas, TX, October 23, 2007--Centex Corp. posted a loss in the fiscal second quarter on a massive charge for depreciating assets, as the housing sector meltdown worsened.
Mercier Wood & Primco Announce Partnership
Montmagny, Quebec, October 23, 2007--Mercier Wood Flooring Inc. and Primco Limited have formed a new commercial partnership.
NAM Supports Forming Intellectual Property Pact
Washington, DC, October 23, 2007--The National Association of Manufacturers joined the U.S. Trade Representative in support of a new agreement.
Intertech Names Fuller Design Consultant
Austin, Texas, October 23, 2007--Full-service commercial flooring specialist Intertech Flooring has named Lenzie Fuller as design consultant for its Rio Grande Valley operations.
Tennant Third Quarter Earnings Rise
Minneapolis, MN, October 23, 2007--Tennant Co reported third-quarter earnings of $11.0 million, or $0.57 a share, compared with $7.9 million, or $0.42 a share, a year ago.
Sherwin-Williams 3Q Earnings Up 12%
Cleveland, OH, October 23, 2007--Sherwin-Williams reported third-quarter earnings that rose 12%, as strong sales at paint stores helped offset softness in the new residential construction market.
Existing Home Sales Fall To Eight Year Low
Washington, DC, October 24, 2007--Sales of existing homes fell 8% in September to the lowest level in at least eight years, the National Association of Realtors said Wednesday.
Wear-Dated Blogger in Bathroom BlogFest
Kennesaw, GA, October 24, 2007-- Flooring The Consumer, an award-winning blog by Wear-Dated Carpet Fiber's director of in-store innovation, Christine Whittemore, will participate in the web's annual Bathroom Blogfest.
NevaSlip Anti-Slip Floor Service Expands Coverage
Lynn, MA, October 24, 2007--NevaSlip anti-slip floor service, which helps architects, builders, and owners of large commercial properties prevent the dangers and liability involved in slip-and-all accidents, has expanded its service nationwide.