Chicago PMI Off in May
Chicago, IL, May 31-- Business activity in the Chicago region fell to its lowest level since June 2003, according to the Chicago Purchasing Manager's index released Tuesday.
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DriTac Intros Engineered Wood Adhesive Repair Kit
Brooklyn, NY, May 31--DriTac Adhesive Group is presenting its Professional Adhesive Repair Kit for Engineered Wood Flooring as the ultimate repair solution for hollow spots, endlifting and loose areas.
Italian Ceramic Tile Producers Announce 2004 Produ
Sassuolo, Italy, May 31--The Italian industry of ceramic tiles confirmed a substantial production of ceramic tiles in 2004, with 589.2 million square metres produced.
The HALI Fair Features Carpets, Textiles and Triba
London, England, May 31--The HALI Fair, June 9 to 19, 2005, now features Design•Zone for contemporary carpets and textiles.
Personal Income Up 0.7%, Spending Up 0.2%
Washington, DC, May 27--Personal income rose 0.7% in April, while consumer spending rose 0.6%, according to the Commerce Department.
Polyurethane JV Slated for China
Lehigh Valley, PA, May 27--Continuing to expand on its commitment to the China market, Air Products announced today that it has formed a joint venture named Air Products Shanfeng with a leading Chinese chemicals supplier.
Facts on the Senate Asbestos Bill
Washington, DC, May 27--Key provisions of a U.S. Senate bill to take asbestos injury claims out of the courts and pay them from a $140 billion privately-financed fund.
Armstrong Wins Five ADEX Awards for Design Excelle
Lancaster, PA, May 27--Armstrong Residential and Commercial Floor Products were awarded five Awards for Design Excellence (ADEX) – including three platinum and two Gold – for products spanning excellence in resilient and wood designs.
Belguim’s Associated Weavers to Post 1st Half Lost
Ronse, Belgium, May 27--Associated Weavers International, leading producer of tufted and woven carpet, will not be able to conclude the first half of 2005 with a profit.
Federated and May Say No Job Cuts Before March
St. Louis MO, May 27--May Department Stores and its expected acquirer Federated Department Stores released a joint letter Thursday to employees, saying the companies won't lay off any workers or eliminate any jobs related to their planned deal before