Armstrong Flooring in New Reality TV Show
Lancaster, PA, Oct. 12, 2010--Armstrong Commercial Flooring has donated floor products to a new reality television show called "School Pride" debuting on NBC this Friday, October 15.
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Economic Recovery Cooling, NAM Economist Says
Washington, DC, Oct. 12, 2010--The economic recovery is cooling, according to Dave Huether, chief economist for the National Association of Manufacturers.
Campaign for Wool Begins With Sheep in London
London, England, Oct. 12, 2010--Sheep were grazing in London's Savile Row this week to promote the natural advantages of wool.
Pfleiderer Closing Plant in Germany
Neumarkt, Germany, Oct. 11, 2010--Pfleiderer AG said it will permanently shut down its production plant in Gschwend, Germany.
Anderson Honored by Women's Sustainability Group
Atlanta, GA, Oct. 11, 2010--Interface founder Ray Anderson, was honored at the 7th Annual Businesswomen’s Sustainability Leadership Summit in New York on Oct. 5.
Valinge Herringbone Patent Upheld in Europe
Viken, Sweden, Oct. 11, 2010--Valinge said its European “Herringbone” patent has been upheld by the European Patent Office.
New ASTM Standard Qualifies Moisture Meters
W. Conschohocken, PA, Oct. 11, 2010--A new ASTM International standard qualifies the types of moisture meters suitable for determining moisture levels in concrete, gypsum and other types of floor slabs.
Turkish Carpet Maker Planning Big Export Boost
Istanbul, Turkey, Oct. 11, 2010--Merinos Hali, the second biggest carpet manufacturer in the world, will increase its exports to $100 million by the end of 2010, according to the online World Bulletin.
Discount Retailers Likely To Benefit at Holidays
Stamford, CT, Oct. 11, 2010--Wal-Mart and other discounters are likely to attract a bigger piece of the retail pie this holiday season as budget-conscious consumers seek discounts, according to a survey by Consumer Edge Research.
Job Openings Edge Up in August, Hiring Slows
Washington, DC, Oct. 8, 2010--The number of job openings edged higher in August, but there was little encouragement for unemployed job seekers, according to the Labor Department.