ISM Factory Index Rises Unexpectedly
Tempe, AZ, July 1, 2011 -- The Institute for Supply Management’s factory index unexpectedly rose to 55.3 in June from 53.5 the prior month.
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NAHB Boosts Lobbying Efforts in Washington
Washington, DC, July 1, 2011 -- The National Association of Home Builders spent $540,000 in the first quarter lobbying in Washington, according to a disclosure report.
Construction Spending Down in May
Washington, DC, July 1, 2011 -- Construction began on fewer projects in May, led by sharp declines in spending on government projects, according to the Commerce Department.
Consumer Sentiment Dips at End of June
Ann Arbor, MI, July 1, 2011 -- The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan survey showed that consumer sentiment declined to 71.5 at the end of June from 74.3 in May.
Mannington, Texas Firm Team on VCT Recycling
Salem, NJ, July 1, 2011 -- Mannington Commercial's VCT recycling program said it has a new partnership with Texan Floor Service.
Rug Doctor Develops Kiosk Rental System
Corona, CA, July 1, 2011 -- Rug Doctor has partnered with AVT to develop what it says is the world's first automated carpet cleaning system rental kiosk center.
IICRC Seeking Candidates for Board of Directors
Vancouver, WA, July 1, 2011 -- The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification is seeking candidates for the 15 available positions on its board of directors.
Firm Develops Carpet Chemicals from Waste
Cleveland, TN, June 30, 2011 -- Manufacturers Chemicals said it has developed functional chemicals from vegetable oils, animal waste products, clay, and sand to replace synthetic chemicals in some products, including carpet.
Initial Unemployment Claims Edge Down
Washington, DC, June 30, 2011 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits edged down last week to 428,000, according to the Labor Department.
WFCA Begins 'Shelter' Media Tours
Anaheim, CA, June 30, 2011 -- The World Floor Covering Association is again hosting its annual media tours of New York City and Des Moines— homes to key national “shelter” publications and magazines targeted to women.