Home Improvement Industry Pursues Hispanic Market
Atlanta, GA, October 14--The U.S. home improvement industry is looking to build business with U.S. Hispanics in hopes of cashing in on a market that could be as big as $30 billion.
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ATME-I 2004 Draws Crowds from Around the World
Greenville, SC, October 13 – The 2004 edition of the American Textile Machinery Exhibition-International drew an audience of decision makers with more than 68% of ATME-I 2004 attendees at the department manager level or above.
Universal Forest Products 3Q Earnings Up 20%
Grand Rapids, MI, October 12-- Universal Forest Products announced record results for the third quarter, including a 20% increase in net earnings.
Sears Launches Multicultural Makeover
Hoffman Estates, IL, October 8--In a deepening commitment to Hispanic, African American and Asian shoppers across the country, Sears, Roebuck and Co. is revamping 97 of its full-line stores this month to enhance the retail experience for diverse multicult
Tarkett Responds to Congoleum’s Patent Infringemen
Farnham, Québec, October 6--Tarkett is in receipt of Congoleum’s allegations of infringement on Congoleum U.S. Patent #6,730,388 B2 and has no information suggesting that Tarkett is in violation of that patent.
Global Plastic Companies Have Plans for Biodegrada
Bombay, India, October 4-- The world's largest producers of synthetic polymers or conventional plastics are making feverish attempts to develop biodegradable plastics or bio-polymers.
SI Flooring Systems Increases Carpet Backing Price
Calhoun, GA, September 30-SI Flooring Systems is announcing a 6% price increase across its entire product line of carpet backing products as a result of escalating raw material prices and higher fixed costs. The price increase is effective on all shipment
NAFCD Announces Moderators for Panel Discussions
Chicago, September 30 – Distributors have the opportunity to know the minds of leaders from all levels of the supply chain at the upcoming National Association of the Floor Covering Distributors 33rd Annual Meeting.
Lowe's Holding Line on Vendors Price Hikes, Ad
New York, September 29--Lowe's Cos. suppliers are seeking price increases more often these days, but vendors aren't necessarily getting them, a company official said Tuesday.
Kohl's Names Eskenasi to Develop Private Brand
Menomonee Falls, WI, September 28--Kohl's Corp. has named Peggy Eskenasi executive vice president of product development, a newly created position.