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Seneca, SC, Jan. 26, 2011 -- Ohio-based Altera Polymers is investing about $4 million to refurbish an old Propex plant to be used for formulation technologies in polyolefin, engineered resins and master batch technologies.
Washington, DC, Jan. 26, 2011 -- Sales of new houses in the U.S. rose more than forecast in December, according to the Commerce Department.
Washington, DC, Jan. 26, 2011 -- Mortgage applications in the U.S. fell last week to the lowest level since November 2008, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Wilmington, DE, Jan. 25, 2011 -- DuPont's fourth-quarter earnings declined as increased sales were offset by higher costs.
New York, NY, Jan. 25, 2011 -- The prices of single-family homes fell 1.0% in November compared to October, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller home price index released Tuesday.
New York, NY, Jan. 25, 2011 -- U.S. consumer confidence jumped to 60.6 in January, the highest level since May, the Conference Board reported Tuesday.
Las Vegas, NV, Jan. 25, 2011 –- Quick-Step said it has used its latest proprietary technology to create a “totally new modern flooring category” that's a combination of wood and laminate flooring.
Carlisle, PA, Jan. 25, 2011 -- Frank E. "Mike" Masland III, former CEO of C. H. Masland & Sons, died Saturday, Jan. 22 in Carlisle, Pa.
Las Vegas, NV, Jan. 25, 2011 -- Karndean International has opened a new, full-service showroom and warehouse in Las Vegas.
Clarksville, TN, Jan. 25, 2011 -- Florim Ceramiche has obtained environmental certifications ISO 14001 and BS OHSAS 18001 certifications from inspection association TÜV.