Barnwell, SC, September 19, 2006--Formica Flooring has entered into an agreement with Tom Duffy Company to distribute its products in Southwest United States.
“California, Arizona and Nevada are very critical to the success of Formica Flooring products. We are very excited to have Tom Duffy Company represent us in these fast growing western states. The Tom Duffy Company has been recognized for many years as a leader in selling laminate flooring in this country. With their dedicated management and professional sales force, I am sure they will become a top producer for Formica Flooring in a very short time. With their 18 regional warehouses and trucking system they are dedicated to servicing retailers. Which is exactly what we want," said Ken Peden, Kronotex USA executive vice president.
Tom Duffy Company, a division of B.R. Funsten & Co., has 18 branch locations in California and Nevada and distributes to numerous specialty retailers in region.
"As a leading wholesale flooring distributor in our region, we knew we wanted to carry Formica Flooring because it is such a well known and respected brand name with attractive styling and the backing of the world's leading laminate flooring manufacturer," said Bill Opferman, president of Tom Duffy. "This brand brings with it the manufacturing prowess of Kronotex, a very experienced management team and innovative fashion and design. Combined with an aggressive Formica Flooring sales strategy, Tom Duffy is excited about the opportunities Formica Flooring brings to our company and customers."
