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Shanghai, China, Jan. 17, 2012 -- Unilin said it has achieved cooperation with over 100 major Chinese flooring firms, after constant disputes with Chinese firms since 2005 over Unilin's locking systems, according to China Daily.
Dalton, GA, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Mohawk has named Jeff Meadows, a 30 year veteran of the flooring industry, as senior vice president of sales for the home centers and aligned groups.
New York, NY, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Brazilian tile producers Portobello SA and Eliane SA are merging into one company with a new corporate name, which will make it one of the top five producers worldwide.
New York, NY, Jan. 16, 2012 -- The National Retail Federation says it expects a solid 3.4% increase in sales this year, below last year's 4.7% increase.
Hannover, Germany, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Valinge said that it has signed an agreement with Classen that ends their legal dispute related to patents for fold down locking systems for laminate and wood flooring.
Fostoria, OH, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Rubber and vinyl flooring firm Roppe said it will increase prices 3-6% on all products effective with shipments on March 12.
Dalton, GA, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Shaw said it will again be the exclusive flooring provider and sponsor for the HGTV Green Home Giveaway set for spring.
Solon, ME, Jan. 16, 2012 -- Kennebec Lumber Co. was awarded the Pine Tree Award by the Maine Wood Products Association.
Vancouver, WA, Jan. 13, 2012 -- The Clean Trust said that the revised ANSI-approved S100 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Carpet Cleaning is now available.
Ann Arbor, MI, Jan. 13, 2012 -- The University of Michigan/Thomson Reuters consumer sentiment index reached 74 in the preliminary reading for January, the highest level since May.