McMurdie to Leads R&D Efforts at Mapei Americas
Deerfield Beach, FL November 1, 2007--Neil McMurdie has joined Mapei as director of research and development efforts for the Americas.
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WMC Names Van Bibber Director of Facilities
Las Vegas, NV, November 1, 2007--World Market Center has named Bill Van Bibber Director of Facilities for its operation.
Tennant Receives Innovation Award at 2007 ISSA
Minnepolis, MN, November 1, 2007--Tennant Co. received an Innovation Award at the 2007 ISSA/IintercleanUSA Tradeshow and Educational Conference.
Amorim Releases Sustainability Report
Hanover, MD, October, 31, 2007--Amorim, a leading cork oak manufacturer and creator of Wicanders flooring, has released an independently verified report detailing the company's effects on sustainability.
AstroTurf Responds to Staph Controversy
Raleigh, NC, November 1, 2007—The company that resurrected AstroTurf synthetic grass has responded to the rash of sports-related staph infections by building antimicrobial protection into its products.
Furniture Brands Post Loss in Third Quarter
St. Louis, MO, November 1, 2007--Furniture maker Furniture Brands International said Wednesday it swung to a third-quarter loss, hurt by the sagging home-furnishings market and uncertain retail environment.
Bentley Prince Facility Receives LEED-EB Silver
City of Industry, CA, November 1, 2007-- Bentley Prince Street’s California mill has received a silver rating from the USGBC for Existing Buildings
Bolyu Contract Launches Two New Styles
Adairsville, GA, October 30, 2007—Bolyu Contract has added two new styles called Glitz and Glamour.
Laticrete Develops Explosion Resistant System
Bethany, CT, October 30, 2007—Laticrete has partnered with International Materials Inc. to develop a shock resistant, direct adhered façade system for the United States Department of State.
Armstrong Adds New Colors, Designs to CushionStep
Lancaster, PA, October 30, 2007—Armstrong has added several products to its CushionStep line of resilient flooring.