Interprint Installs New Laser Engraving Equipment
Pittsfield, MA, Aug. 11, 2008--Interprint USA broke ground for a new facility in July to accommodate state-of-the-art laser engraving equipment.
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Applied Coatings Signs Distributor for Modono Tile
Rochester, NY, Aug. 12, 2008--The Applied Coatings Group has a new wholesale distribution partnership with Natural Stone Specialist in Carmel, Indiana, to market and distribute the Modono Glass Tile Collection.
USGBC Seeks Comments on Proposed Wood Changes
Washington, DC, Aug. 8, 2008 – The U.S. Green Building Council has opened the first 30-day public comment period for proposed changes in how the LEED Green Building Rating System awards points for the use of certified wood.
Pfleiderer Has No Second Quarter Profit
Neumarkt, Germany, Aug. 11, 2008--Pfleiderer AG said that revenue at the German wood and laminate floor maker won't hit 2 billion euros.
Solutia To Raise $290 Million in Stock Sale
St. Louis, MO, Aug. 11, 2008 -- Solutia Inc. is offering 22,307,692 shares of its common stock to the public at a price of $13 per share.
Builder Confidence in Condos Continues Decline
Washington, DC, Aug. 11, 2008--Builder confidence in the market for condominiums continued to fall in the second quarter, according to the Multifamily Condo Market Index released by the National Association of Home Builders.
Nora Flooring Featured in Olympic 'Water Cube'
Lawrence, MA, Aug. 08, 2008--The National Aquatics Center or "Water Cube," a landmark of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, features floor coverings from Nora systems, Inc.
Foreign Home Buyers See Attractive U.S. Market
Washington, DC, Aug. 8, 2008--Real estate purchases by international buyers in the U.S. continues to be a significant share of business for many Realtors.
Foamex Income Down From 2007
Linwood, PA, Aug. 8, 2008--Foamex International Inc. reported net income of $15.4 million, or $0.18 per diluted share for the second quarter, down from $7.1 million, or $0.30 per diluted share, a year ago.
Shaw's Largest Promotion Ever Kicks Off Aug. 29
Dalton, GA, Aug. 7, 2008--Shaw will hold its Shaw Fall Flooring Event Aug. 29-Nov. 28, which the company said will be its largest promotion ever.