Mediterranea Using New Tile Printing Technology
Doral, FL, June 22, 2010--Mediterranea has introduced technology for improved digital inkjet printing on tile.
Today's Flooring News
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Chain Store Sales Higher Last Week
New York, NY, June 22, 2010-- Weekly chain store sales in the U.S. rose 2.5 percent, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and Goldman Sachs.
New Canadian Firm To Make Commercial Carpeting
Belleville, Ontario, Canada, June 22, 2010--A new textile firm in Belleville will make commercial carpeting.
NAHB Praises EPA Decision on Lead Remediation
Washington, DC, June 22, 2010--The EPA's decision to delay enforcement of the new Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting rule has been praised by the National Association of Home Builders.
WFCA Extends Deadline for Benchmark Survey
Anaheim, CA, June 21, 2010--The World Floor Covering Association extended the deadline for participation in its Benchmark Survey until July 15.
Greenguard Begins Operations in China
Beijing, China, June 21, 2010--The Greenguard Environmental Institute has begun overseas operations in Beijing, China, including the launch of its new Chinese website, www.greenguard.org.cn.
Fast Manufacturing Growth Likely To Decelerate
Washington, DC, June 21, 2010--Last week's economic news was more sour than sweet, according to the National Association of Manufacturers. It's also likely that manufacturing will begin to slow.
Seattle Wants To Recycle 50K Tons of Carpet Yearly
Seattle, WA, June 21, 2010--The Seattle Public Utilities and the King County, Wash., Solid Waste Division are developing a program with a goal of recycling of 50,000 tons of used carpet per year.
Välinge Responds to Classen Legal Action
Viken, Sweden, June 21, 2010--Välinge said it has filed an infringement suit in Düsseldorf against Classen Megaloc products.
Research Firms Says Consumers Largely Pessimistic
New York, NY, June 21, 2010--The latest information from two TNS research studies show consumer perceptions of the U.S. economy remain predominantly negative, in contrast to information in some recent consumer confidence reports.