AIA Unveils Digital Practice Documents
Washington, DC, May 7, 2007--The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has moved one step closer to an entirely digital future with the release of two new standard form contracts.
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Pergo Sees Management Changes Under New Owners
Trelleborg, Sweden, May 4, 2007--George R. Kelley has been named president and CEO of the newly integrated flooring companies Pergo, Inc and Uniboard.
Iran Carpet Exports Top $400M
London, England, May 4, 2007--One of the most significant elements of Iran's carpet industry is its attention to customer needs and interests.
Payrolls Rise 88,000, Unemployment Rate Up to 4.5%
Washington, DC, May 4, 2007--The economy added a weaker-than-expected 88,000 jobs in April and the jobless rate rose to 4.5 percent from 4.4 percent.
Hovnanian Losses Widen in 2Q
Red Bank, NJ, May 4, 2007--Hovnanian Enterprises Inc. said Friday its fiscal second-quarter loss will be wider than previously forecast after selling fewer homes amid still-tepid demand in the housing market.
Cox Names Laticrete Sales Manager, North America
Bethany, CT, May 4, 2007--Laticrete has appointed Vernon Cox, Sales Manager, North America.
Seven Receive Armstrong Chairman's Award
Lancaster, PA, May 4, 2007--Armstrong World Industries has bestowed its highest honor to 15 employees, including seven from Lancaster County.
Roppe Intros Dimensions Rubber Tile
Fostoria, OH, May 4, 2007--Spring 2006 marks the beginning of the most innovative flooring product in the rubber market to date – Dimensions Rubber Tile.
Tennant Intros Nobles Speed Scrub
Minneapolis, MN, May 4, 2007--Tennant Co. today furthers its commitment to the Nobles brand with the introduction of the Nobles Speed Scrub 17- or 20-inch Walk-Behind Automatic Scrubber.
ReSource Commercial Holds Network Exchange 2007
Aurora, CO, May 4, 2007--The ReSource Commercial Flooring Network (RCFN) held its annual dealer conference, Network Exchange, last week in Newport Beach, California.