Fed Report Shows Signs Economy's Stabilizing
Washington, DC, July 30, 2009--The economy is showing signs of stabilizing in some regions of the country, giving hope of a broader-based recovery this year.
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Homebuilder Ryland Reports Smaller 2Q Loss
Calabasas, CA, July 29, 2009--Homebuilder Ryland Group Inc. on Wednesday reported a smaller second quarter loss.
Mohawk Making Cuts at Commercial Carpet Plant
Landrum, SC, July 30, 2009--Mohawk Industries said it will lay off about 45 employees at its Landrum, S.C., commercial carpet plant, according to media reports.
Uniboard Fiberboard Plant Eyes 4Q Opening
Moncure, NC, July 31, 2009--Uniboard said that the construction of its fiberboard plant in Moncure is on schedule.
Välinge Files Suit Against Egger in Europe
Viken, Sweden, July 30, 2009--Välinge is suing Egger over three of Välinge’s European patents.
Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament Set Sept. 24
Manchester, NH, July 30, 2009--CCA Global Partners will hold the the sixth annual Alan Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament Sept. 24 to benefit the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF).
Gerflor Launches Online Photo Studio
Chicago, IL, July 30, 2009--Gerflor said it has launched an online photo studio at www.gerflorphotostudio.com.
Shaw Opens New Rug Distribution Center in Georgia
Dalton, GA, July 29, 2009--Shaw Industries has opened a new and larger 600,000 square foot distribution facility in Ringgold, Ga.
NeoCon Attendance Lower Than Expected
Chicago, IL, July 29, 2009--Officials of NeoCon 2009 said attendance was 36,853, lower than the 50,000 Merchandise Mart Properties expected.
Carpetland Founder Weisbacher Dies
Cincinnati, OH, July 29, 2009—Carpetland founder Kurt Weisbacher died July 23.