PacifiCrest Wins Ultron Doc Award
Irvine, CA, Jan. 27, 2012 -- PacifiCrest's Satara lustered wool texture was recently awarded a 2011 Ultron DOC award.
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Economic Indicators Predict Continued Growth
New York, NY, Jan. 26, 2012 -- The index of leading economic indicators rose in December for a third month, indicating the U.S. economy will keep growing early this year, according to the Conference Board.
Foreclosures Make Up Smaller Share of Sales
Irvine, CA, Jan. 26, 2012 -- Foreclosures made up a smaller proportion of all homes sold in the U.S. in last year's third quarter, tracking firm RealtyTrac said.
Valinge To Use Mannington LVT Technology
Viken, Sweden, Jan. 26, 2012 -- Välinge said that it has signed a license agreement with Mannington that gives Välinge the exclusive right to sub-license the Mannington IP related to LVT-locking technology.
New Home Sales Fall in December
Washington, DC, Jan. 26, 2012 -- New home sales unexpectedly fell in December for the first time in four months, marking the slowest year on record for builders, according to the Commerce Department.
Carlisle Wide Plank Unveils New Branding
Stoddard, NH, Jan. 26, 2012 -- Carlisle Wide Plank Floors has rolled out a new website and logo to coincide with its rebranding initiative.
Initial Jobless Claims Rose Last Week
Washington, DC, Jan. 26, 2012 -- New applications for unemployment benefits rose last week, according to the Labor Department.
Shaw Sponsoring St. Jude Dream Home Program
Dalton, GA, Jan. 26, 2012 -- Shaw Industries said it is sponsoring the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway fundraising campaign.
Tarkett Gets Cradle to Cradle in Sweden, Poland
Paris, France, Jan. 26, 2012 -- Tarkett said it has been awarded with the Cradle to Cradle Silver Certificate for its multilayer parquet flooring products in Sweden and in Poland.
European Wood Sales Stable in 2011
Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 26, 2012 -- The European Federation of the Parquet Industry said wood floor consumption in 2011 in Europe was stable compared to 2010.