Tandus Reports Higher Sales
Dalton, GA, June 10--Tandus Group, Inc. which includes Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings, Inc. and subsidiaries, reports earnings for the first quarter (13 weeks) ended April 26, 2003.
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Congoleum Amends Asbestos Settlement Pact
Mercerville, NJ, June 10--Congoleum Corp. agreed to amend the asbestos claims settlement it signed in April to allow more time for parties to review and respond to information required in order to participate in the settlement.
New Date and Place For NAFCD Annual Meeting
Chicago, IL, June 9--The National Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) has rescheduled the NAFCD 32nd Annual Meeting, "Leaders Meeting Leaders," to September 5-7, 2003, at the Westin Hotel Michigan Avenue in Chicago.
Wal-Mart CEO to Managers: Follow Policy
Fayetteville, AR, June 9--The chief executive of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. used the company's annual meeting Friday to address accusations that it treats employees unfairly, saying managers who don't follow company policy need to find work elsewhere.
Wisconsin Firm Receives Restoration Award
Millersville, MD, June 9--The Kelmann Corporation of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, has received the Phoenix Award, the restoration industry’s highest honor, for its work in restoring a severely damaged, historic Milwaukee church.
DuPont Supports Science Based EPA Regulatory Proce
Wilmington, DL, June 5—DuPont today reaffirmed its support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) plans to conduct a science-based risk assessment for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA).
Shoppers Express Sympathy For Martha
Harrisburg, PA, June 6--If Martha Stewart was looking for some sympathy after being indicted on federal charges, she should have gone to the Kmart store along Carlisle Pike near Harrisburg or to Carpet Mart up the street, according to the Harrisburg Patri
Indiana Firm Specializes in Hand Distressed Hardw
Munster, IN, June 6--Sometimes older really is better, especially when it comes to wood. Golden Aged Industries specializes in wide-plank, Old World floors that are used in higher-end residential jobs, according to the Munster Times.
Home Depot Using Technology To Improve Stores
Atlanta, GA, June 6--Home Depot Inc. is counting on technology upgrades to improve store productivity and customer service, its chief executive said on Thursday
Shareholder’s Push For Burlington Equity Panel Den
Washington, DC, June 6--A Bankruptcy Court turned back a push from one of Burlington Industries Inc.'s largest shareholders to establish an equity committee in the textile company's Chapter 11 case.