Bruce Introduces Laminate Flooring
Lancaster, PA, July 10. 2006--Bruce Hardwood Flooring announced the national rollout of Bruce Laminate Floors for areas, such as laundry rooms and kitchens, that can be tough on traditional hardwoods.
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Payrolls Up 121,000 in June
Washington, DC, July 7, 2006--Job growth increased modestly in June, according to the Labor Department. Nonfarm payrolls expanded by 121,000 during the month, lower than the 174,000 expected by economists.
Unilin Prevails Before U.S. International Trade Co
Dallas, TX, July 6, 2006--On July 3rd 2006 the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has issued a favorable decision in the case entitled “Certain Laminated Flooring Panels” brought by the Unilin group against 32 defendants.
Faus Group Partners with QuickStart Training Progr
Calhoun, GA – Faus Group, Inc. (“Faus”) announced today the Georgia Department of Economic Development will train workers for the company’s Calhoun manufacturing facility under the state’s QuickStart program.
Tarkett Attracts Private Equity Funds
Paris, France, July 5, 2006---The majority shareholder of German floor-covering maker Tarkett AG is seeking a financial partner to help buy out minority shareholders.
Retooled Shaw Plant Producing Hardwood Flooring
Chattanooga, TN, July 3, 2006--According to the Chattanooga Times Free Press, the Shaw Industries plant in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, which once produced nylon is up and running again, officials said recently.
Florida Tile Plans New Porcelain Line at Lawrenceb
Lakeland, FL, June 30, 2006--Florida Tile Inc., announced plans to make a major investment in a state-of- the-art porcelain tile production line at their Lawrenceburg, Kentucky facility.
Julian Saul Retires from Shaw
Dalton, GA, June 30, 2006--Julian D. Saul, President of Shaw Industries, has announced his retirement effective July 14, 2006. He will relinquish his day to day duties but will remain a consultant to the company.
Report: Tarkett to Sell Carpet Unit to Enia Carpet
London, England, June 28, 2006--According to a report in the Financial Times, Tarkett has decided to sell Tecsom, its wall-to-wall carpet division, to Swiss group Enia Carpet.
FLEX Ceases Operations, Proceeds Go to FCIF
Anaheim, CA: June 28, 2006--After 19 years of service supporting the growth of credit within the floor covering industry, the Floor Covering Consumer Credit Association (FLEX) will cease operations on June 30, 2006.