Manufacturing Sector Contracts in May
Washington, DC, June 3, 2013 -- The manufacturing sector contracted in May for the first time in six months, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
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CRI Certifies New Vacuums, Solutions
Dalton, GA, June 3, 2013 -- The Carpet and Rug Institute's Seal of Approval testing and certification program now stands at 374 solutions, 427 vacuums, 94 deep-cleaning extractors and 104 systems for a total 999.
Builder Sentiment Still Positive in Multi-Family
Washington, DC, May 31, 2013 -- Builders were a little less optimistic about the multi-family construction market in the first quarter, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
Consumer Sentiment Near Six-Year High
Ann Arbor, MI, May 31, 2013 -- Consumer sentiment rose to the highest level in almost six years in May, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan index.
Mortgage Rates Highest in More Than a Year
Washington, DC, May 31, 2013 -- Mortgage rates hit their highest level in more than a year, according to Freddie Mac.
New LEED Version Getting Field Tests
Washington, DC, May 31, 2013 -- The U.S. Green Building Council said that nearly 100 building projects worldwide are already using LEED v4 by participating in the LEED v4 beta.
Valinge Wins U.S. Patent on Wood Fiber Process
Viken, Sweden, May 31, 2013 -- Valinge said that its subsidiary CeraLoc Innovation Belgium has been granted a U.S. patent regarding how its wood fiber floors are manufactured.
Consumer Spending Falls in April
Washington, DC, May 31, 2013 -- Consumer spending fell in April by the largest amount in almost a year, according to the Commerce Department.
Mercier Has Incentives for Consumers, Retailers
Montmagny, QC, Canada, May 31, 2013 -- Mercier Wood Flooring is holding a promotion for both retailers and consumers.
Pending Home Sales Up 10% from Last Year
Washington, DC, May 30, 2013 -- Pending home sales edged up 0.3% in April, the National Association of Realtors reported Thursday.