NFSI Publishes Hard Surface Safety Standard
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2010 -- The National Floor Safety Institute has published a new national safety standard for testing hard surface flooring, ANSI/NFSI B101.1.
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Feizy Rugs Names Robetor Vice President of Sales
Dallas, TX, Dec. 13, 2010 -- Doug Robetor has been named vice president of sales at Feizy Rugs.
AP Says Economic Stress at 18-Month Low
Washington, DC, Dec. 13, 2010 -- Economic stress in the U.S. in October hit an 18-month low, according to The Associated Press' monthly analysis.
European Laminate Makers See Price Hikes
Paris, France, Dec. 13, 2010 -- Central European laminate flooring producers are increasing their efforts to raise their sales prices, according to a Euwid Wood Products and Panels notice.
Consumer Sentiment Edges Up in December
Ann Arbor, MI, Dec. 10, 2010 -- U.S. consumer sentiment rose to 74.2 in early December from 71.6 in November, according to the Reuters/University of Michigan index.
Georgia Legislators Critical of 'Wholesale' Action
Dalton, GA, Dec. 10, 2010 -- Georgia legislators said they will act to protect Dalton's carpet businesses from censure by the Governor's Office of Consumer Protection over describing themselves as "wholesalers."
NAHB Says Multi-Family Improves in Third Quarter
Washington, DC, Dec. 10, 2010 -- The National Association of Home Builders said that the multi-family housing sector showed improvement in the third quarter, based on data from its survey of builders and property managers.
Omnova Solutions Completes Eliokem Deal
Fairlawn, OH, Dec. 10, 2010 -- Omnova Solutions said it has completed its acquisition of specialty chemicals manufacturer Eliokem International from AXA Private Equity.
Exports Strongest in More Than Two Years
Washington, DC, Dec. 10, 2010 -- The U.S. trade deficit declined more than forecast in October on a weaker dollar that spurred more exports, according to the Commerce Department.
Wholesale Inventories Climb in October
Washington, DC, Dec. 10, 2010 -- U.S. wholesale inventories rose more than expected in October, according to the Commerce Department.