Rieter Opens in China
Changzhou, China, June 4, 2007--Rieter held a grand ceremony on May 30 to celebrate its innovation technology landing in Changzhou.
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AmericasMart Debuts Green Product Showcase
Atlanta, GA, June 4, 2007--The world’s largest collection of gift and home furnishings product sets the stage for AmericasMart’s first showing of eco-friendly, sustainable source designs and lines.
Eliane Intros Neolitic
Carrollton, TX, June 4, 2007--Eliane, producer of porcelain and ceramic tile, has introduced the Neolitic Series, a complete line of large format metallic tiles made with fire-melted metals over a porcelain body.
U.K.’s Low & Bonar 1H in Line with Expectations
London, England, June 4, 2007--Flooring and fabric specialist Low & Bonar said first half trading is in line with company expectations as it continues to grow from acquisitions.
ISM: Manufacturing Sector Expands Again
Tempe, AZ, June 1, 2007--Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in May for the fourth consecutive month, according to the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.
Välinge Signs Vôhringer & other Chinese Companies
Viken, Sweden, June 01, 2007--The well-known Chinese laminate producer Vöhringer has signed a world-wide license agreement with Välinge for its sales of laminate flooring products.
Tandus Awarded Largest Contract Ever from LACCD
Dalton, GA, June 1, 2007--California’s Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) has awarded Tandus an $83 million carpeting supply contract.
Personal Spending Up 0.5%
Washington, DC, June 1, 2007--Personal spending rose in April and a measure of prices increased less than forecast, a sign American consumers will keep the economy growing this quarter without accelerating inflation.
Job Growth Up 157,000 in May
Washington, DC, June 1, 2007--Job creation climbed by an unexpectedly brisk 157,000 in May on a surge of hiring in service businesses.
Faus is Flooring Supplier for Cottage Living Home
Calhoun, GA, June 1, 2007--Faus Group will be featured in the 2007 Cottage Living Idea Home as the supplier of high end laminate flooring.