828 International Founder Clardy Dies
Greenville, SC, April 4--828 International announced that its president and founder, Jim Clardy, has passed away. Clardy was 50 when he died on April 3 of complications from a heart attack.
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Invista Releases 2005 Color Point of View
Atlanta, GA, April 4--Invista, the manufacturer of Antron carpet fiber, announced that its 2005 Color Point of View (POV) booklet is now available.
Consumer Sentiment Off in March
Ann Arbor, MI, April 1--The University of Michigan said its final measure of consumer confidence fell to 92.6 in March from 94.1 in February, according to market sources who saw the subscription-only report.
Reid Joins StonExpress as VP Sales & Marketing
Decatur, GA, April 1 --Bill Reid has been appointed executive vice president of sales & marketing at StonExpress.
Manufacturing Activity Up in Midwest
Chicago, IL, April 1--The Purchasing Management Association of Chicago said its index of area business activity rose to 69.2 in March on a seasonally adjusted basis from 62.7 in February.
New Proposals Made Before Pergo’s Annual General M
Trelleborg, Sweden, April 1—-Prior to Pergo AB’s annual general meeting, the nomination committee the board of directors has made a variety of proposals.
Propex Announces Delay in Filing Annual Report
Austell, GA, April 1--Propex Fabrics Inc. announced that it will require additional time to complete the appraisal and revaluation of its assets under purchase accounting in connection with the company's acquisition on December 1, 2004.
Construction Spending Up 0.4% in February
Washington, DC, April 1--Construction spending rose 0.4 percent in February, according to a Commerce Department report.
Construction Springs Ahead—No April Fools’ Day Jok
Washington, D.C., April 1--The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) commented on the value of construction put in place, which soared to a 13th consecutive record of $1.047 trillion at a seasonally adjusted annual rate, as reported today
Coverings to Host Attendee Appreciation Night for
Alexandria, VA, April 1--Coverings, the ceramic tile and stone show, will host an Appreciation Night event on May 4 to honor members of the design/build community attending the show.