Tarkett to Unveil New Strategic Plan in June
Paris, France, March 13, 2019—As announced during the release of its 2018 annual results, Tarkett has initiated a review of its strategic priorities.
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MSI Named One of Top Workplaces in Atlanta
Atlanta, GA, March 13, 2019—MSI is a 2019 winner of the Top Workplaces Award by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Pallmann Partners with Cascade Pacific for Hardwood Distribution
Aurora, CO, March 13, 2019—Pallmann has announced that Cascade Pacific Flooring Distributors will distribute the Pallmann Hardwood Complete Range of products through its distribution network.
Lamosa Announces U.S.-Focused Porcelain Program
Dallas, TX, March 12, 2019-The Lamosa Group, which is one of the largest manufacturers in the world of ceramic tile, is proud to announce its entry into the United States market with Lamosa USA.
CRI Issues New Carpet Cleaning Standards
Dalton, GA, March 12, 2019-The Carpet and Rug Institute, Inc. has announced the publication of the CRI 204 Commercial Carpet Standard for Maintenance and Cleaning and CRI 205 Residential Carpet Standard for Maintenance and Cleaning.
Small Business Optimism Inched up to 101.7 in February
Washington, DC, March 12, 2019-The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index improved modestly in February, increasing 0.5 points to 101.7.
Consumer Prices Rose 0.2% in February
Washington, DC, March 12, 2019—The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2% in February on a seasonally adjusted basis after being unchanged in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
Tile of Spain Unveils Coverings Agenda
Miami, FL, March 12, 2019—Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 100 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association (ASCER), announces its schedule for Coverings 2019, held April 9 to 12 in Orlando, Florida.
Coverings Announces 30th Anniversary Events
Arlington, VA, March 12, 2019—Coverings will feature a wide range of interactive onsite experiences, including expanded favorites like the Installation & Design Experience and new activations in celebration of its 30th Anniversary.
Retail Sales Rose 2.3% YOY in January
Washington, DC, March 11, 2019—Advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services sales for January 2019 were $504.4 billion, an increase of 0.2% from the previous month and 2.3% above January 2018, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.