Services Sector Continues Expanding in October
Tempe, AZ, Nov. 5, 2012 -- The Institute for Supply Management said service sector activity declined to 54.2 in October from 55.1 in September.
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FloorTek Expo Set for Next October in Dalton
Dalton, GA, Nov. 5, 2012 -- The American Floorcovering Alliance said the 2013 FloorTek Expo will be held Oct. 22-24 at the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center in Dalton.
New European Multilayer Association Formed
Munich, Germany, Nov. 5, 2012 -- Ten European flooring producers have launched a new association called the Multilayer Modular Flooring Association.
NWFA Members Help Homeless Veterans
St. Louis, MO, Nov. 5, 2012 -- National Wood Flooring Association members are partnering with the non-profit organization, EdgeAlliance, to help respond to the needs of homeless veterans.
Mohawk Reports Higher 3Q Earnings, Sales
Calhoun, GA, Nov. 2, 2012 -- Mohawk Industries reported third quarter net earnings of $70 million and earnings per share of $1.01.
October Jobs Report Better Than Expected
Washington, DC, Nov. 2, 2012 -- The U.S. economy gained 171,000 jobs in October, according to the Labor Department, although the unemployment rate ticked up to 7.9%.
Ecore Names Dowling President of New Division
Lancaster, PA, Nov. 1, 2012 -- Ecore has named Lori Dowling president of Ecore Commercial Flooring, a new division.
Factory Orders Rise in September
Washington, DC, Nov. 2, 2012 -- U.S. factory orders rose 4.8% during September, according to the Commerce Department.
Beaulieu Announces Winter Show Dates
Dalton, GA, Nov. 2, 2012 -- Beaulieu of America announced its upcoming Winter 2013 “Clearly the Best” show dates and locations.
Consumer Confidence Highest in Over Four Years
New York, NY, Nov. 1, 2012 -- Consumer confidence surged last month to the highest level in nearly five years, according to the Conference Board.