Beige Book: Economy Expanded through May
Washington, DC, June 13, 2007--The economy expanded from mid-April through May, according to the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book, a summary of anecdotal economic conditions.
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Robina Floors Names Suplee VP Sales
Kennesaw, GA, June 13, 2007—Robina said today that in order to accommodate rapid growth and to position the company for future expansion, Robina CEO Hartwig Siemerling has appointed Mark Suplee to the position of VP Sales for the entire United States.
Commercial Market Sound with Record Investment
Washington, DC, June 13, 2007--Investment in commercial real estate remains at record levels with sound fundamentals in most sectors, according to the latest Commercial Real Estate Outlook of the National Association of Realtors.
Bonsal American Promotes Thornbury and Ziegler
Charlotte, NC, June 14, 2007--Bonsal American has promoted Dale Thornbury and Jared Ziegler to Regional Sales Managers for the Bonsal American Building Materials Independent Group (BMI).
Jobless Claims Unchanged Last Week
Washington, DC, June 14, 2007--Jobless claims for state unemployment were unchanged at 311,000 in the week ending June 9, according to a Labor Department report.
Franklin Intros Titebond 571
Columbus,OH, June 14, 2007--Franklin International has pioneered a cost-effective solution for reducing both sound and moisture transmission through above-grade concrete and light concrete subfloors.
PPI Up on Energy
Washington, DC, June 14, 2007--Higher energy costs boosted producer prices 0.9 percent in May, according to the Labor Department.
Shaw Receives Cradle to Cradle Certification
Dalton, GA, June 14, 2007-- Three products pioneered by Shaw Industries have been recognized with Cradle to Cradle Certification, contributing to U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED Green Building Rating System.
Furniture Brands Sees Smaller 2Q Loss
St. Louis, MO, June 13, 2007--Furniture Brands International Inc. said Wednesday it expects to post a smaller loss and sales decline for the second quarter than previously forecast.
Milliken Walk Off Mats Plans Reclamation Program
LaGrange, GA, June 14, 2007--Milliken Walk Off Mats, the global leader in manufacturing sustainable mat products, announces plans to launch the mat industry’s first reclamation program.