Service Sector Continues Slow Expansion
Washington, DC, Dec. 5, 2011 -- The U.S. service sector expanded at slower pace in November, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
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Factory Orders Decline in October
Washington, DC, Dec. 5, 2011 -- Orders for U.S.-made factory goods fell by 0.4% in October after declining 0.1% in September, the Commerce Department said.
New Companies, Features at Surfaces 2012
Dallas, TX, Dec. 2, 2011 -- With less than 60 days to go, Surfaces will feature new exhibiting companies and show floor features aimed at providing attendees the newest products and ideas to position them for success in 2012.
Unemployment Rate Falls as Private Jobs Rise
Washington, DC, Dec. 2, 2011 -- The economy created 120,000 jobs in November and the unemployment rate fell to 8.6%, its lowest level in more than two and a half years, the Labor Department said.
Reed Construction Data Sees Improved 2012-13
Atlanta, GA, Dec. 2, 2011 -- Nonresidential building construction spending fell a slight 0.1% in September following a 1.3% increase in August, according to Reed Construction Data.
XL Brands Consolidating in One Facility
Resaca, GA, Dec. 2, 2011 -- Adhesives firm XL Brands said that in January it will unveil its new branding and new facility located in Dalton, Georgia.
Interior Design Best of Year Awards Named
New York, NY, Dec. 2, 2011 -- Interior Design Magazine Best of Year Awards were presented last night.
Durkan Design Competition Seeking Entries
Marietta, GA, Dec. 2, 2011— Durkan's design competition, D*scover, is looking for entries.
J+J/Invision Unveils Unique Mobile Website
Dalton, GA, Dec. 2, 2012 -- J+J/Invision has rolled out a new mobile website that the company describes as an "industry first."
Mannington Raising Resilient, Laminate Prices
Salem, NJ, Dec. 1, 2011 -- Mannington Mills said it will implement a 3-6% price increase for residential and commercial vinyl sheet, tile and sundries, as well as laminate products, effective with shipments on Jan. 23.