Mohawk Conducting Full Consumer Launch of Pergo Extreme LVT
Calhoun, GA, July 16, 2019—Mohawk has announced the full consumer launch its Pergo Extreme LVT, which was first introduced through Mohawk Edge retailers.
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Tariff Pressures Slow China's Economic Growth, Says the AP
Beijing, China, July 16, 2019—China’s economic growth sank to its lowest level in at least 26 years in the quarter ending in June, adding to pressure on Chinese leaders as they fight a tariff war with Washington, reports the Associated Press.
Flooring AM/CA/Floor Trader Altering Summer Meetings
Manchester, NH, July 16, 2019-Select retail divisions of CCA Global Partners are making changes to their annual Building Buzz event this summer.
Industrial Production Flat in June
Washington, DC, July 16, 2019--Industrial production was unchanged in June, as increases for both manufacturing and mining offset a decline for utilities.
Distib. Trade Sales & Manu. Shipments Rose 0.2% in May
Washington, DC, July 16, 2019—The combined value of distributive trade sales and manufacturers’ shipments for May was estimated at $1,461.4 billion, up 0.2% from April 2019 and was up 1.5% from May 2018, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Mannington Recognizes Three Retiring Board Members
Chattanooga, TN, July 15, 2019-On July 13, Mannington Mills held a dinner at the Hunter Museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee as part of its biennial meeting of the family ownership group, which includes senior management and board members as well.
Bob Pitman, Former Burke Rubber Pres., Honored by Mannington
Chattanooga, TN, July 15, 2019-At Mannington’s biennial meeting of the family leadership group in Chattanooga, Tennessee, a special honor was presented to Bob Pitman, former president of Mannington’s Burke Rubber division.
Visual Display Awards Winners Named for Atlanta Summer Market
Atlanta, GA, July 15, 2019—International Market Centers has announced winners of its semi-annual Visual Display Awards for The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market.
WFCA Forms Partnership with Podium
Dalton, GA, July 15, 2019––The World Floor Covering Association has formed a new business partnership with Podium, the customer interaction management company.
Producer Prices Rose 0.1% in June
Washington, DC, July 12, 2019-The Producer Price Index for final demand advanced 0.1% in June, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.