San Francisco's White Brothers Mill Has Closed
Oakland, CA, September 6, 2024—White Brothers Mill, based in Oakland, California, closed its doors in early September.
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Construction Job Openings Declined by 51,000 in July
Washington, DC, September 5, 2024-The construction industry had 248,000 job openings on the last day of July, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey.
Interface Expands Capability at Netherlands Recycling Plant
Atlanta, GA, September 5, 2024-Interface announced continued efforts to develop a circular economy with expanded capabilities at its recycling facility in Scherpenzeel, Netherlands.
Len Andolino Named President of Couristan
Fort Lee, NJ, September 5, 2024-Couristan-a manufacturer, importer and distributor of fine area rugs, broadloom and custom carpets for the residential and hospitality markets-has announced the expansion of its leadership team with the hiring of Len Andolino as president.
Tarkett Earns EcoVadis Platinum
Paris, FR, September 5, 2024—Tarkett announced that the sustainability rating platform EcoVadis awarded the company a Platinum Medal.
Initial Jobless Claims Declined by 5,000 in Week Ending August 31
Washington, DC, September 5, 2024-- In the week ending August 31, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 227,000, a decrease of 5,000 from the previous week's revised level, according to the Department of Labor.
Kährs Promotes Fritts and Holmes-Williams
Altamonte Springs, FL, September 5, 2024-Kährs Americas is proud to announce two significant promotions within our leadership team, highlighting the company's commitment to excellence and strategic growth in the North American market.
Leggett & Platt Launches Partnership with Make-A-Wish
Carthage, MO, September 5, 2024—Leggett & Platt Flooring Products is pleased to announce its partnership with Make-A-Wish to aid in granting more wishes to children fighting critical illnesses.
LL Flooring to Cease Operations
Richmond, VA, September 4, 2024-"LL Flooring is going completely out of business,” reports Richmond Biz Sense.
Trade Deficit Widened by $5.8 Billion in July
Washington, DC, September 4, 2024—The goods and services deficit was $78.8 billion in July, up $5.8 billion from $73.0 billion in June, revised, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis announced.