Quick-Step Releases Video Series Featuring Erinn Valencich
Dallas, TX, November 4, 2016—Quick-Step has released a series of promotional videos featuring its celebrity designer, Erinn Valencich.
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Factory Orders Rose in September for Third Consecutive Month
Washington, DC, November 3, 2016—New orders for manufactured goods in September, up three consecutive months, increased $1.4 billion or 0.3% to $455.5 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau has reported.
Productivity Up 3.1% in Q3
Washington, DC, November 3, 2016—Nonfarm business sector labor productivity increased at a 3.1% annual rate during the third quarter of 2016, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported, as output increased 3.4% and hours worked increased 0.3%.
Call for Entries for Vision Design Awards 2017
Chattanooga, TN, November 1, 2016— Entries are now being accepted for the 2017 Vision Design Awards. Now in its eighth year, the competition invites designers and architects in North America to submit projects that demonstrate beautiful integration of the
WFCA Announces Changes to Gold Standard Award
Dalton, GA, November 3, 2016—The World Floor Covering Association has expanded the format of its Gold Standard Award, which recognizes flooring retailers for outstanding achievement.
Robbins Taps Dave Fulton as President
Cincinnati, OH, November 3, 2016 – Robbins has hired Dave Fulton as president to oversee all manufacturing, sales and service functions.
Meridian Specialty Yarn Begins Production of Wool Yarns in NC
Valdese, NC, November 3, 2016—Meridian Specialty Yarn Group (MSYG) has begun production of wool and wool/polyester blend carpet yarns at its newly expanded Ranlo, North Carolina plant, according to Home Furnishings Business.
Non-Manufacturing Index Records Decrease in September
Tempe, AZ, November 3, 2016—The Non-Manufacturing Index registered 54.8% in October, 2.3 percentage points lower than the September reading of 57.1%, according to the latest Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.
Sept. Construction Employment Rose in 226 of 358 Metro Areas
Arlington, VA, November 3, 2016—Construction employment conditions varied widely by metro area between September 2015 and September 2016 as contractors in many areas struggled to find qualified workers while others contending with shrinking public budgets
Nydree Flooring Expands Partnership with Source One Contract
Forest, VA, November 3, 2016—Nydree Flooring has chosen Source One Contract Group to represent its premier flooring products in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and parts of Pennsylvania.