Chicago PMI Edges Higher in October
Chicago, IL, Oct. 31, 2012 -- The Chicago Purchasing Managers Index edged up in October to 49.9% from 49.7% in the prior month.
Today's Flooring News
Keep up to date with the most recent news in the flooring industry. Today's News...As it happens! We update this news several times a day so you can stay connected.
Newspaper Names Karndean Top Place To Work
Export, PA, Oct. 31, 2012 -- Karndean Designflooring said it has been selected as one of Pittsburgh’s Top Workplaces by the Pittsburgh-Post Gazette.
Home Values Rise 2% Over Last Year
New York, NY, Oct. 30, 2012 -- Residential real estate prices rose by the most in two years through August.
NeoCon East Draws 6,808 Attendees
Baltimore, MD, Oct. 30, 2012 -- The 10th annual NeoCon East attracted 6,808 attendees and 272 exhibitors to the Baltimore Convention Center, Oct. 17-18, organizers said.
IICRC Names New Board, Executive Committee
Vancouver, WA, Oct. 30, 2012 – The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification announced the 2012-2013 board of directors and executive committee during its October shareholders meeting in Vancouver, Wash.
Mohawk To Acquire Pergo for $150 Million
Calhoun, GA, Oct. 29, 2012 -- Mohawk Industries said it has entered into an agreement to purchase laminate maker Pergofor $150 million in cash.
Armstrong Reports Higher Earnings, Lower Sales
Lancaster, PA, Oct. 29, 2012 -- Armstrong World Industries reported third quarter net income of $74 million, compared to $51.6 million a year ago.
Personal Spending Rises in September
Washington, DC, Oct. 29, 2012 -- Personal spending rose 0.8% in September, according to the Commerce Department.
Horizon Forest Products, Long Floor Merge
Raleigh, NC, Oct. 29, 2012 -- Horizon Forest Products and Long Floor said they have merged.
Shaw Announces Active Winter Market Dates
Dalton, GA, Oct. 29, 2012 -- Shaw Industries has announced the location and dates of the company’s 2013 Activate Winter Market events.