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Interface Adds 33,000 Tons of Carbon Offsets with

Atlanta, GA, February 22, 2006--Interface, announced that it is furthering its sustainability mission by adding an estimated 33,000 tons of emission reduction credits (ERCs) to its existing portfolio of projects to offset the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissio

Pennsylvania Governor Hastens Redevelopment of Fo

Harrisburg, PA, February 22, 2006--Pennsylvania governor Edward G. Rendell today announced plans to help speed up the redevelopment of 47 acres at the former Armstrong World Industries manufacturing site in Lancaster.

Chain Store Sales Up Last Week

New York, NY, February 22, 2006--Chain store sales rose slightly in the latest week after dipping in the prior week due to pent-up demand, according to a report on Wednesday.

Pakistan’s Carpet Industry Attracts Chinese

Lahore, Pakistan, February 22, 2006--The vice-governor of Qinghai province of China, Lou Yulin, has said the handmade carpet industry of Pakistan has a lot of scope for Chinese entrepreneurs who could win the global market once the two countries join hand

Dow Touts Polyurethane Backing for Healthcare

Dalton, GA, February 21, 2006--For a healthy floor, the Dow Chemical Company prescribes carpet backed with its high-performance polyurethane technology. Healthcare facilities demand flooring that can handle a host of specific issues from hygiene to durabi

Wal-Mart 4Q Earnings Rise 13.4%

Bentonville, AR, February 21, 2006-- Wal-Mart posted higher quarterly profit as an aggressive holiday advertising campaign drove demand for laptop computers and gift cards in the biggest shopping period of the year.

Manpower Sees Employee Talent Shortage

Zurich, Switzerland, February 21, 2006--Employers are having difficulty finding the right people to fill jobs despite high unemployment in Europe and the United States, a survey by U.S.-based staffing firm Manpower showed on Tuesday.

Federated 4Q Earnings Up

Cincinnati, OH, February 21, 2006--Federated Department Stores reported fourth-quarter net earnings were up 59 percent, aided by the acquisition of May Department Stores.

Raftery Named DFS Commercial President

Foster City, CA, February 21, 2006--Commercial flooring products and services company DFS Commercial, Inc., announced the appointment of Tim Raftery as president.