American Biltrite Announces Changes to Sales & Marketing Team
Sherbrooke, Quebec, June 6, 2019—American Biltrite announces organizational changes within its sales and marketing team.
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Goods & Services Deficit Fell $1.1 Billion in April
Washington, DC, June 6, 2019-The goods and services deficit was $50.8 billion in April, down $1.1 billion from $51.9 billion in March, revised, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis announced.
Private Sector Employment Rose by 27,000 Jobs in May
Roseland, NJ, June 5, 2019—Private sector employment increased by 27,000 jobs from April to May, according to the May ADP National Employment Report.
NTCA Apprenticeship Program Accepted by Dept. of Labor
Flowood, MS, June 5, 2019-The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is pleased to announce it has received formal acceptance into the National Apprenticeship System from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).
Non-Manufacturing Index Rose to 56.9% in May
Tempe, AZ, June 5, 2019-The Non-Manufacturing Index (NMI) for May registered 56.9%, which is 1.4 percentage points higher than the April reading of 55.5%.
Domotex 2020 Theme Focuses on Health and Wellbeing
Hannover, DE, June 5, 2019—The keynote theme for the 2020 edition of Domotex is Atmysphere.
25% Tariff on Chinese Flooring Pushed Back to June 15
Washington, DC, June 4, 2019-On May 31, the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) announced it intends to publish a notice in the Federal Register next week that extends the amount of time for importers to enter certain goods, including flooring, exported from China before the goods will be subject to an additional tariff increase from 10% to 25%.
Artisan Design Group Acquires Heritage Carpet & Tile
Southlake, TX, June 4, 2019-Artisan Design Group has announced the acquisition of Heritage Carpet & Tile.
Aquafil Acquires O'Mara Incorporated
Arco, IT, June 4, 2019-Today Aquafil finalized the acquisition of 100% of O’Mara Incorporated for a total consideration equal to $40.5 million. The deal was completed through the Group’s U.S. subsidiary, Aquafil USA.
Johnson Hardwood Takes Equity Position in Gilford-Johnson
Jeffersonville, IN, June 4, 2019-Gilford-Johnson Flooring has announce an equity investment from Johnson Premium Hardwood Flooring and has welcomed flooring professional Bill Schollmeyer to its senior leadership team as president.