Today's Flooring News

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Durable Goods Orders Up 6.1%

Washington, DC, April 26, 2006--Orders for durable goods increased 6.1% in March, led by strong demand for airplanes, machinery and electronics, according to a Commerce Department report.

FTC OKs Mohawk/DuPont Temporary Fiber Designation

Washington, DC, April 26, 2006--The Federal Trade Commission granted Mohawk Industries Inc., Dupont Co. and PTT Poly Canada a temporary alphanumeric designation for a new fiber product they have created.

Faus Group Acquired by Top Management

Valencia, Spain, April 26, 2006--Faus Group announced today that the company has been bought by the top Faus management, led by Juan Negre, chairman and CEO of Faus Group, in conjunction with a financial group and an investment group from Spain.

Existing-Home Sales Up in March

Washington, DC, April 25, 2006--Sales of existing homes edged up in March following a strong rebound in February, according to the National Association of Realtors.

British Firm Adds Wool Color Without Dye

Worcestershire, England, April 25, 2006--Concept Manufacturing has increased their 'Jacob by Design' natural carpet range with the blending of wool breeds to achieve different colors without adding dye.

NRF Opposes Cargo Scanning Bill

Washington, DC, April 25, 2006--The National Retail Federation urged a congressional committee to reject legislation that would require scanning of all cargo bound for U.S. ports.

Chain Store Sales Off Last Week

New York, NY, April 25, 2006--Chain store sales in the week ended April 22, fell 0.2 percent, after rising 1.1 percent the previous week, according to the report produced by the International Council of Shopping Centers and UBS Securities LLC.

Pergo Opens Design Center in India

Chennai, India, April 25, 2006--Pergo India Pvt Ltd, the subsidiary of global leader in laminated flooring, Pergo of Sweden, is in the process of expanding its dealership network.

Propex To Close Seneca, SC, Plant

Seneca, SC, April 25, 2006--According to the Anderson, South Carolina, Independent-Mail, about 200 workers at the Propex Plant in Seneca, have been told to report to work for an 8 a.m. announcement today.