CRI Includes Carpet Cleaning Firms in Program
Dalton, GA, May 22, 2009--The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) has expanded its Seal of Approval program to include carpet cleaning companies.
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INSTALL Alliance Gets New Members
Philadelphia, PA, May 22, 2009--Several new flooring companies have joined the INSTALL alliance.
Leading Economic Indicators Rose Sharply in April
New York, NY, May 21, 2009--The Conference Board's Leading Economic Index for the U.S. rose sharply in April.
Fed Officials Wary About Signs of Upturn
Washington, DC, May 21, 2009--Federal Reserve officials are not convinced that recent signs of stabilization in the economy will continue.
Mannington Commercial Enters Rubber Market
Calhoun, GA, May 21, 2009– Mannington Commercial, fresh off its purchase of rubber firm Burke Industries last June, has launched its first Mannington branded line of rubber tile, wall base and stair treads.
J+J/Invision Named Georgia Family Biz of Year
Dalton, GA, May 21, 2009--With its third generation now leading the more than 50-year-old business, J+J/Invision has been selected as the winner of the 2009 Georgia Family Business of the Year.
Laticrete Names Technical Sales Representative
Bethany, CT, May 21, 2009--Laticrete has named technical sales representative for the Indiana Region, which includes Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska.
Pfleiderer Revenues Fall in First Quarter
Neumarkt, Germany, May 21, 2009--Pfleiderer AG, parent of laminate firm Pergo, in the first quarter posted revenue of 358.0 million euros $489.2 million), 23.5 percent below the level posted in the first quarter of last year.
Porcelanosa Taking Space at Merchandise Mart
Chicago, IL, May 21, 2009--Spanish tile firm Porcelanosa will make its debut in Chicago this summer at LuxeHome.
Mohawk Holds Sales Event for Revamped CustomWeave
Dalton, GA, May 21, 2009--Mohawk Floorscapes dealers are introducing the new CustomWeave Boutique with a sales event from May 31 to June 27.