Tandus Announces 3Q Results
Dalton, GA, December 14, 2005--Tandus Group, Inc., announced its financial results for the third quarter (13 weeks) and year-to-date (39 weeks) ended October 29, 2005.
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Surfaces on Track For Record-Breaking Show
Dallas, TX, December 12, 2005--Surfaces 2005 was a record-breaking event with the participation of 1,054 exhibiting companies in almost 500,000 net square feet of exhibit space.
CRI’s Cleaning Solutions Seal of Approval Certific
Dalton, GA, December 12, 2005--The list of Seal of Approval carpet cleaning solutions has grown to 36 with the addition of three new certified products that have passed the stringent testing protocol.
Supreme Court to Hear Mohawk Appeal
Washington, DC, December 12, 2005--Mohawk Industries Inc. Monday won a chance to convince the U.S. Supreme Court that it shouldn't face a civil racketeering lawsuit brought by employees alleging the company hired illegal immigrants.
Tarkett Announces Acquisition of Johnsonite
Cleveland, OH, December 8, 2005--In a move that strengthens their position in the commercial flooring category, Tarkett announced the acquisition of Johnsonite of Chagrin Falls, OH, the leading brand in specialty flooring and flooring accessories.
NRF Praises Reported Tax Reform Delay
Washington, DC, December 8, 2005--The National Retail Federation today welcomed published reports that President Bush will likely postpone any major push for federal tax reform until 2007 or 2008.
Homebuilder Hovnanian 4Q Earnings Up 24%
Red Bank, NJ, December 8, 2005--Homebuilder Hovnanian Enterprises reported fourth quarter earnings that increased 24 percent on strong home sales, even as predictions of a housing slowdown mounted.
Shaw Hosts Tour of Government Officials
Dalton, GA, December 7, 2005--Shaw Industries hosted federal, state and local government officials, including U.S. Environmental Protection Agency representatives, for a tour of its tile manufacturing facility in Cartersville, Georgia on December 6, 2006.
Pending Home Sales Index Show Market Easing
Washington, DC, December 7, 2005--The Pending Home Sales Index, a leading indicator for the housing market, is trending lower, according to the National Association of Realtors.
BASF to Launch Improved Ammonia-Free, Latex Binder
Dalton, GA, December 6, 2005--In January 2006, BASF will launch Styrofan NX 6690 X, its new latex binder for carpet backing that is ammonia-free and provides improved properties that enable the manufacture of more durable, longer lasting carpets.