Former Mohawk Plant Converted to Incubator
Waynesboro, VA, Nov. 8, 2012 -- A former Mohawk carpet backing plant is being converted into a business incubator.
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Storm Depresses Mortgage Applications
Washington, DC, Nov. 7, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume declined last week as Superstorm Sandy disrupted normal business activity, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Dal-Tile Announces Support for LEED Ruling
Dallas, TX, Nov. 7, 2012 -- Dal-Tile said it supports the latest LEED Interpretation Ruling (LIR) for Recycled Content set forth by the U.S. Green Building Council.
Bamboo Hardwoods Signs Distributor Cronin
Seattle, WA, Nov. 7, 2012 -- Bamboo Hardwoods said it has signed a distribution agreement with The Cronin Company to handle its flooring products.
Crossville Product Featured on 'Man Caves'
Crossville, TN, Nov. 7, 2012 -- The DIY Network’s Man Caves show November 9 and 16 features Crossville Inc.’s Wood Impressions collection.
DriTac Promotes Scott to VP of Tech Services
Dalton, GA, Nov. 7, 2012 -- DriTac Flooring Products has promoted Larry Scott to vice president of field technical services.
Dixie Group Acquires Carpet Dyeing Plant
Chattanooga, TN, Nov. 6, 2012 -- The Dixie Group said it has acquired the Colormaster carpet dyeing facility in Calhoun, Georgia from Lineage PCR, Inc.
Aquafil Releases Sustainability Report
Cartersville, GA, Nov. 6, 2012 -- Fiber maker Aquafil said it has released its 2011 Sustainability Report.
Al Kabus Named CEO at Panolam Industries
Shelton, CT, Nov. 6, 2012 -- Former flooring industry executive Al Kabus has been named CEO of Panolam Industries International, a manufacturer of engineered and decorative surfaces.
Number of Improving Housing Markets Rises
Washington, DC, Nov. 6, 2012 -- The number of U.S. housing markets that showed consistent improvement in three key measures of strength expanded by 22 in November to a total of 125, according to the National Association of Home Builders.