Uniboard Ohio Plant Gets FSC Certification
Fostoria, OH, Jan. 30, 2009--The U.S. surface-coating plant of the Pfleiderer subsidiary Uniboard in Fostoria was recently certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.
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CCA Global Partners With New Zealand Wool Firm
Manchester, NH, Jan. 30, 2009--Competition in the New Zealand wool industry has intensified, with the announcement of a new marketing venture for carpet wool.
NCTA Names Leone to Board of Directors
Deerfield Beach, FL, Jan. 30, 2009--National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has named Mapei Director of Strategic Marketing Jeff Leone to its Board of Directors.
Mohawk Rolls Out In-Store Credit Kiosk Program
Dalton, GA, Jan. 29, 2009--Mohawk now has an in-store credit kiosk that processes information quickly, simply while giving customers privacy and security.
Patent Ruling Sides With Smith & Fong, Firm Says
Seattle, WA, Jan. 29, 2009--Smith & Fong Co., of San Francisco, said it has received a favorable ruling on its patent litigation with Teragren LLC, of Bainbridge Island, Wash.
Boomers Choosing To Remodel Rather Than Move
Washington, DC, Jan. 30, 2009--More aging homeowners are choosing to alter their current homes rather than move to accommodate their changing needs.
Commercial Construction Outlook Grim for 2009
Miami, FL, Jan. 30, 2009--Don’t expect construction miracles in 2009.
3M Sales, Profits Fall in Fourth Quarter
Maplewood, MN, Jan. 30, 2009--3M Co. said its fourth-quarter net income fell 37% on a restructuring charge, lower margins and falling international sales.
Teragren Seeks Patent Ruling Reconsideration
Bainbridge Island, WA, Jan. 29, 2009—Bamboo flooring manufacturer Teragren said it is seeking reconsideration of a ruling within its patent infringement lawsuit against Smith & Fong.
Feizy Rugs Names Key Account Manager
Dallas, TX, Jan. 30, 2009--Jamie Jones has joined Feizy Rugs as key account manager.