WFCA Extends Deadline for Benchmark Survey
Anaheim, CA, June 21, 2010--The World Floor Covering Association extended the deadline for participation in its Benchmark Survey until July 15.
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Greenguard Begins Operations in China
Beijing, China, June 21, 2010--The Greenguard Environmental Institute has begun overseas operations in Beijing, China, including the launch of its new Chinese website, www.greenguard.org.cn.
Fast Manufacturing Growth Likely To Decelerate
Washington, DC, June 21, 2010--Last week's economic news was more sour than sweet, according to the National Association of Manufacturers. It's also likely that manufacturing will begin to slow.
Seattle Wants To Recycle 50K Tons of Carpet Yearly
Seattle, WA, June 21, 2010--The Seattle Public Utilities and the King County, Wash., Solid Waste Division are developing a program with a goal of recycling of 50,000 tons of used carpet per year.
Välinge Responds to Classen Legal Action
Viken, Sweden, June 21, 2010--Välinge said it has filed an infringement suit in Düsseldorf against Classen Megaloc products.
Research Firms Says Consumers Largely Pessimistic
New York, NY, June 21, 2010--The latest information from two TNS research studies show consumer perceptions of the U.S. economy remain predominantly negative, in contrast to information in some recent consumer confidence reports.
Leading Economic Indicators Rise Again in May
Washington, DC, June 18, 2010--The index of leading economic indicators rose 0.4% in May, following no growth in April, the Conference Board reported Thursday.
Tandus Unveils New Fiber at NeoCon
Dalton, GA, June 17, 2010--Tandus Flooring has introduced Genesis, which the company says is the first flooring fiber to encapsulate a biopolymer in a nylon outer layer.
Rug Doctor Names Vice President of Marketing
Dallas, TX, June 18, 2010--Walter Haug has been named vice president of marketing for the Rug Doctor.
Daltile in Makeover of Leno's Garage
Dallas, TX, June 18, 2010--Daltile was recently enlisted by DIY Network’s series Garage Mahal to make over the garage of talk show legend Jay Leno.