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Boca Raton, FL, Sept. 16, 2010--Q.E.P. Co. reported record net sales of $121.2 million for the six months ended August 31, an increase of $19.4 million from the $101.8 million reported in the same period of fiscal 2010.
Kennesaw, GA, Sept. 17, 2010--Polymer and fiber manufacturer Invista said it has earned the Environmentally Preferable Product (EPP) certification for its Comforel bath rug fibers.
Washington, DC, Sept. 17, 2010--The Consumer Price Index rose 0.3% in August for the second straight month, pulled higher by energy prices, the Labor Department said.
Kidderminster, UK, Sept. 17, 2010--A management buyout has saved half the jobs at Carpets of Kidderminster.
Woolrich, PA., Sept. 14, 2010--Woolrich has promoted Nick Brayton to director of domestic licensing.
Chattanooga, TN, Sept. 16, 2010--Propex Operating Company said it filed suit against Western Excelsior Corporation alleging both patent and trade dress infringement as well as unfair competition.
Irvine, CA, Sept. 16, 2010--The number of properties entering the foreclosure process slowed in August for the seventh month in a row, foreclosure tracking firm RealtyTrac Inc. said.
Dalton, GA, Sept. 16, 2010--Calling it a bill that could, "usher in a whole new phase of carpet recycling," the Carpet and Rug Institute says it supports proposed legislation in California that provides incentives for carpet recycling.
St. Louis, MO, Sept. 16, 2010--The National Wood Flooring Association has developed a new website to help consumers find certified wood flooring installers in their area.
Washington, DC, Sept. 16, 2010--Initial jobless claims unexpectedly fell last week to the lowest level in two months, according to the Labor Department.