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Washington, DC, May 12, 2017—The combined value of distributive trade sales and manufacturers’ shipments for March was estimated at $1,361.0 billion, virtually unchanged from February 2017, but was up 6.5% from March 2016, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
New York, NY, May 12, 2017—The International Furnishings and Design Association Educational Foundation is presenting its first DesignEdge, a dynamic, day-long summit featuring eminent industry leaders to discuss the future of design while offering inspiration and insight into succeeding during transformative times.
Wichita, KS, May 11, 2017—Invista is investing over $65 million in state-of-the-art fiber production equipment at its U.S.-based Camden, South Carolina facility.
Indianapolis, IN, May 11, 2017—The Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) 15th annual conference is currently underway in Indianapolis, Indiana. At the event, the group released its 2016 annual report and named its Person of the Year and Recycler of the Year for 2016.
Washington, DC, May 11, 2017—The Producer Price Index for final demand advanced 0.5% in April, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
Denver, CO, May 11, 2017—On May 9, the Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) recognized ten organizations, including Shaw Industries, and one individual for their leadership in the sustainable purchasing movement.
Washington, DC, May 11, 2017—The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is pleased to announce the 2017 ASID National Award winners in four categories: Designer of Distinction, Design Innovation, Design for Humanity, and the Nancy Vincent McClelland Merit Award.
Dalton, GA, May 10, 2017—Engineered Floors has broken ground on a carpet tile manufacturing plant in Whitfield County, Georgia that is set to open in 2018, according to the Dalton Daily Citizen.
Washington, DC, May 10, 2017—The NFIB Index of Small Business Optimism posted another historically high reading in April, but expectations for future business conditions plunged by eight points, a sign that business owners were shaken by Congress’ failure at the end of March to repeal and replace Obamacare.
Dalton, GA, May 10, 2017—Shaw Floors has announced the launch of a network of eight tastemakers and influencers known as The Style Board.