Job Openings Held Steady in April, Quits Rate at 2%
Washington, DC, June 8, 2016—The number of job openings was little changed at 5.8 million on the last business day of April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
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Shannon Specialty Floors Expands Partnership with Spartan Surfaces
Milwaukee, WI, June 8, 2016—Shannon Specialty Floors has expanded its current marketing alliance with sales group, Spartan Surfaces.
NTCA Ties Record Membership Number in May
Jackson, MS, June 8, 2016—As of the end of May, the The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has already matched its previous record of 1,150 active members and expects to exceed total record membership in 2016.
Install Launches New Surface Prep Certification Program
Glassboro, NJ, June 7, 2016—In response to the significant need in the floorcovering industry to raise awareness and aptitude of proper substrate preparation and installation, Install announces its first ever Surface Prep Certification.
Kevin Westerhouse Named COO of Surya
Cartersville, GA, June 7, 2016 —Surya has named Kevin Westerhouse to the position of chief operating officer.
U.S. Labor Productivity Fell in Q1
Washington, DC, June 7, 2016—Nonfarm business sector labor productivity decreased at a 0.6% annual rate during the first quarter of 2016, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported, as output increased 0.9% and hours worked increased 1.5%.
Ceramics of Italy Announces 2016 Tile Competition Winners
Chicago, IL, June 6 2016—The Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition is proud to announce six outstanding projects that wholly represent the competition’s goal of honoring commendable use of Italian tile in North American architecture and design.
Low & Bonar's Colback Adds Kirk Smith to its N.A. Operations
London, UK, June 6, 2016—The Low & Bonar Group has added Kirk Smith to its ranks.
Nydree Flooring Awarded First ANSI/HPVA EF Certification
Forest, VA, June 6, 2016—Nydree Flooring was awarded the first-ever Certification to the American National Standard for Engineered Wood Flooring (ANSI/HPVA EF).
Construction Headcount Dips in May for Second Month
Arlington, VA, June 6, 2016—Construction employment dipped for the second consecutive month in May, according the Associated General Contractors of America.