Bonsal American Wins True Value Supplier Award
Charlotte, NC, July 1, 2008—Bonsal American was recognized as the True Value Supplier of the Year.
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Kaivac Says Cleaning Systems Get CRI Approval
Hamilton, OH, July 1, 2008—Kaivac Inc. said that all of its No-Touch Cleaning systems have been awarded the Seal of Approval from the Carpet and Rug Institute.
Universal Flooring Hosts Team Building Regatta
Huntington Beach, CA, June 30, 2008 – During a Southern California heat wave, a total of eight 31-foot sail boats hoisted their anchors and set sail in the first Universal Flooring Team Building Regatta.
Carpetright Sees Difficult Year Ahead
London, England, June 30, 2008--Carpetright Plc CEO Lord Harris cautioned that the current year will be one of the toughest he has faced in half a century in the industry.
Online Advertising Growing at Healthy Pace
New York, NY, July 30, 2008--Global spending on Internet advertising is forecast to reach $65.2 billion this year.
Online Job Vacancies Fall for Fourth Month in Row
New York, NY, June 30, 2008--The Conference Board's Help-Wanted OnLine Data Series reported the fourth consecutive month of year-over-year ad declines nationwide.
Mannington Raising Hardwood Prices
Salem, NJ, June 30, 2008 –Mannington Mills said it will increase prices on selected hardwood products, effective Aug. 18.
Solutia Considering Sale of Nylon Business
St. Louis, MO, June 30, 2008--Solutia Inc. said it has retained HSBC Securities Inc. to explore strategic alternatives regarding its nylon business, including a possible sale. The segment lost money in the first quarter.
James Halstead Says Profits Beating Expectations
Radcliffe, England, June 30, 2008--UK commercial flooring manufacturer and distributor James Halstead said profits for the year to June will be well ahead of market expectations.
Chicago PMI Still Shows Lack of Growth
Chicago, IL, June 30, 2008--The Chicago purchasing managers’ index increased to 49.6 for June, up from May’s 49.1, although the reading still indictes slight contraction for the fifth consecutive month.