Surfaces Panel Outlines Road to Retail Prosperity
Las Vegas, NV, Feb. 4, 2010--Floorcovering dealers face a host of new challenges if they want to prosper in an improving 2010 economy.
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First Day Attendance at Surfaces Up Over 2009
Las Vegas, NV, Feb. 4, 2010--Organizers of the Surfaces Expo said that first-day attendance was up about 15% over last year.
Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings Renamed Tandus
Dalton, GA, Feb. 4, 2010--Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings has been officially renamed Tandus Flooring, Inc., according to a press release.
Factory Orders Far Exceed Expectations in December
Washington, DC, Feb. 4, 2010--U.S. factory orders posted a 1 percent gain in December, far exceeding expectations.
Initial Jobless Claims Rise Unexpectedly
Washington, DC, Feb. 4, 2010--Initial jobless claims rose unexpectedly last week, according to the Labor Department.
NeoCon East Set for Dec. 15-16 in Baltimore
Baltimore, MD, Feb. 2010--The eighth annual NeoCon East will be held Dec. 15-16 at the Baltimore Convention Center.
IAC Group Acquires Automotive Flooring Firm
Detroit, MI, Feb. 3, 2010--International Automotive Components Group North America said it has acquired South Carolina-based automotive flooring and acoustics supplier Stankiewicz International Corp.
Shaw Plants Win California Environmental Award
Dalton, GA, Feb. 3, 2010--Four Shaw facilities have been recognized for the fifth consecutive year by the CalRecycle’s Waste Reduction Program.
Mortgage Application Volume Up on Refinancing
Washington, DC, Feb. 3, 2010--Mortgage application volume last week rose a seasonally adjusted 21% from the week before, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Two Private Reports Paint Mixed Employment Picture
Chicago, IL, Feb. 3, 2010--Two reports painted a mixed employment picture.