Gerflor Again Supplying Flooring at Olympic Games
Chicago, IL, May 13, 2008--Gerflor Taraflex, a supplier of PVC-based synthetic indoor sports flooring, is bringing its expertise to the Olympics in Bejing, China this summer.
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Consumer Spending Falls on Slower Auto Sales
Washington, DC, May 13, 2008--Consumers cut back on their spending in April, according to the Commerce Department.
Smart Home Exhibit Contains Sustainable Floors
Chicago, IL, May 13, 2008- Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry has just unveiled its new Smart Home, a 2,500-square-foot home with two bedrooms and two baths.
Financial Markets' Problems Easing, Bernanke Says
Washington, DC, May 13, 2008--Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said Tuesday that problems in financial markets have eased somewhat, but cautioned that the situation isn't anywhere near normal.
Beazer Swings to Loss in Fiscal 2007
Atlanta, GA, May 13, 2008-- Homebuilder Beazer Homes said on Monday that it lost $411.1 million, or $10.70 per share, for the full fiscal year ended September 30, 2007.
Prices of Imports Continue To Climb
Washington, DC, May 13, 2008--The price of U.S. imports rose slightly more than expectations in April but goods other than oil were at a record high for the second consecutive month, according to the Labor Department.
Mannington Gets New Jersey Environmental Award
Salem, NJ, May 13, 2008 – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has recognized Mannington Mills for its efforts focusing on environmental responsibility.
Second Quarter Revenue Falls 30% for Toll Brothers
Horsham, PA, May 13, 2008--Luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers Tuesday reported a 30 percent drop in second-quarter revenue, and said it expects second-quarter pretax writedowns between $225 million to $375 million.
Milliken Wins Manufacturing Award
Spartanburg, SC, May 13, 2008--The Silver Crescent Foundation and the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership presented Milliken & Company with the Silver Crescent Award for Manufacturing Excellence in the large manufacturer category.
Shaw, Kruse Honored as Carpet Recyclers of Year
Clearwater Beach, FL, May 12, 2008 –Kruse Carpet Recycling and Shaw Industries were honored last week as Recyclers of the Year by the Carpet America Recovery Effort.