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Mooresville, NC, November 14, 2005--Lowe's in the third quarter reported net earnings of $649 million, a 25.8 percent increase over the same period a year ago. Diluted earnings per share increased 24.6 percent to $0.81.
Raleigh, NC, November 14, 2005--Shaw Industries was one of five companies and government entities to be honored here at the 4th Annual Sustainability Awards.
Minneapolis, MN, November 14, 2005--Before a crowd of more than 2,000 Minnesota technology leaders, Tennant Company and retiring president and CEO Janet Dolan were recognized among the best of the best at the Minnesota High Technology Association's an
Dalton, GA, November 14, 2005--The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina has denied the application by Pergo, Inc. and a related Swedish affiliate for a preliminary injunction against Faus Group, Inc. and its parent corporation.
Calhoun, GA, November 14, 2005--Mohawk Industries announced the appointment of William C. ("Chris") Wellborn to be its Chief Operating Officer.
Agawam, MA, November 14, 2005--Sound Seal has unveiled Sound Shark acoustical underlayment for laminate and engineered wood flooring. Made from recycled rubber, its weight helps reduce airborne noise in addition to impact noise.
Wichita, KS, November 14, 2005--Georgia-Pacific Corp. has agreed to be acquired by Koch Industries Inc. in a $13.2 billion cash deal that would create the nation's biggest private company.
St. Louis, MO, November 11, 2005--Solutia Inc. is rolling out a program to help carpet manufacturers and retailers adapt to this changing environment.
Dalton, GA, November 11, 2005--Shaw Industries External Fiber Sales and Marketing, formerly Honeywell Nylon, announced that it will continue to support the Anso nylon brand through its attendance at Surfaces.
Washington, DC, November 11, 2005--Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez today announced a new China Intellectual Property Rights Advisory Program.