ASTM Standard Developed for Carpet Adhesives
New York, NY, June 20, 2012 -- A new ASTM standard has been developed for carpet adhesives.
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Crossville Details Success of Recycling Programs
Crossville, TN, June 19, 2012 -- Tile maker Crossville released its latest sustainability figures based on two of its major recycling initiatives: the Tile Take-Back Program and the collaboration with Toto USA.
WFCA Annual Media Tour Underway
Anaheim, CA, June 20, 2012 -- Each year the World Floor Covering Association sets out on media tours to communicate and showcase the latest trends, technologies and advancements in flooring.
Fuse Alliance Adds Cavalier Floor Systems
Aurora, CO, June 20, 2012 -- The Fuse Alliance said it has added Cavalier Floor Systems to its membership.
Distributor Uses Promotion Winnings on Employees
Chicago, IL, June 20, 2012 -- USG Corporation, a building products manufacturer, delivered a free truckload of USG tile and flooring products to Glen Distributing of Grand Junction, Colorado.
Mortgage Application Volume Down Last Week
Washington, DC, June 20, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume fell 1.3% last week from the prior week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
Mannington Commercial Develops Tablet App
Calhoun, GA, June 20, 2012 -- Mannington Commercial said it has developed Apt – an app designed to make tablets more useful for the design, specification and client presentation process.
Job Openings Decline in April
Washington, DC, June 20, 2012 -- Job openings in the U.S. declined in April by the most in almost four years, according to the Labor Department.
Housing Starts Down but Permits Surge in May
Washington, DC, June 19, 2012 -- Housing starts fell 4.8% in May but permits surged to the highest rate since September of 2008, according to the Commerce Department.
Builder Sentiment at Highest Level in Five Years
Washington, DC, June 19, 2012 -- The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo housing index of builder sentiment edged up in June.