Masland Intros New Wilton Runners
Mobile, AL, May 8, 2006--Masland has introduced two new patterns, Harlequin and Brighton; both are woven using a four-frame Wilton weaving process that allows expanded color combinations and assures pattern detail.
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Armstrong Finalizes Sale of Lancaster Distribution
Lancaster, PA, May 8, 2006--A New Jersey investor completed its purchase of the Armstrong World Industries distribution center on Spooky Nook Road for $20.2 million.
EnerPlastics to Raise Production Capacity
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 8, 2006--EnerPlastics LLC, manufacturer of colorants for the synthetic polypropylene based carpets and upholstery industry, is increasing its production capacity by 50%.
Report: Retail Ports Operating Smoothly As Summer
Washington, DC, May 8, 2006--The nation’s major retail container ports are operating smoothly this month as the busy summer shipping season approaches.
Economist Sees FOMC Rate Hike to 5%
Washington, DC, May 8, 200--After the confusion last week when the market was blindsided by reports of Fed chief Ben Bernanke's cocktail-party chatter, the Federal Open Market Committee will seek to calm financial markets and deliver a clear policy me
ServiceMaster Posts 1Q Loss
Downers Grove, IL, May 8, 2006--The ServiceMaster Company today announced a first quarter net loss, reflecting losses from businesses it is about to sell or has already exited.
Yahoo Upgrades Web Advertising System
Sunnyvale, CA, May 8, 2006--Yahoo Inc., is set to introduce today a long-delayed upgrade to its Web search advertising system, setting the stage for a face off with Web search leader Google Inc., later this year.
Companies Sign Up for Surfaces 2007
Dallas, TX, May 5, 2006--The industry is still buzzing from Surfaces 2006, the biggest event to date, and many companies have already signed up for the 2007 expo.
Propex Fabrics Announces CFO Transition
Chattanooga, TN, May 5, 2006--Propex Fabrics Inc., announces that its current chief financial officer, Philip Barnes, will be leaving the company on January 1, 2007.