Armstrong Applies Diamond 10 Tech to Solid Hardwood Collection
Lancaster, PA, October 12, 2017—Armstrong Flooring is applying its Diamond 10 Technology, already on its LVT, to a new collection of hardwood called Paragon Solid Hardwood.
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Shaw Opens Its Commercial Create Centre in Cartersville
Cartersville, GA, October 11, 2017—Shaw has opened its commercial Create Centre in Cartersville, Georgia. The three-story, 67,000-square-foot Centre houses the commercial division’s marketing, design and innovation associates—including its Patcraft and Shaw Contract teams.
Novalis Adds Commercial Flooring Distributors as Partner
Toronto, Ontario, October 11, 2017—Novalis Innovative Flooring has announced the addition of Commercial Flooring Distributors as a distributor for its NovaFloor product line.
Thailand Carpet Buys Tai Ping's Commercial Business
Hong Kong, October 11, 2017—Finalizing an agreement first announced in August of this year, Thailand Carpet Manufacturing (TCM) has completed its acquisition of Tai Ping Carpets' commercial business.
Small Business Sentiment Fell in September, but Remains Positive
Washington, DC, October 11, 2017—The NFIB Index of Small Business Optimism tumbled in September from 105.3 to 103 led by a steep drop in sales expectations, not just in hurricane-affected states, but across the country.
AIA CHI's Lifetime Achievement Award Given to Carol Ross Barney
Chicago, IL, October 11, 2017–AIA Chicago’s board of directors has selected Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, to receive the 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award.
Job Openings at 6.1 Million in August
Washington, DC, October 11, 2017—The number of job openings was little changed at 6.1 million on the last business day of August, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
Loloi Again Named Finalist for ARTS Award
Dallas, TX, October 11, 2017—Loloi has again been named a finalist for the prestigious ARTS Award in the Best Area Rugs Manufacturer category. Previously, Loloi has been selected as a winner four times in this category, and six times overall.
SelecTech Joins Commercial One
Avon, MA and Roswell, GA, October 11, 2017—SelecTech recently joined Commercial One as an approved vendor for the organization.
Tarkett's Frank Wiseman Nominated for Service Provider Award
Solon, OH, October 11, 2017-- Frank Wiseman, global account executive for Tarkett, has been nominated for the Service Provider of the Year Award for North and South Carolina by CoreNet Global.