WFCA Certification Programs Available Online
Anaheim, CA, March 18, 2008 -– The World Floor Covering Association said that the industry certification programs for all designations are now available online.
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Beaulieu Atlanta Show Not Halted by Tornado
Dalton, GA, March 17, 2008 —Beaulieu of America is still hosting “The Bliss Experience” in downtown Atlanta despite the tornado that ripped through town last week.
Home Construction Falls More Than Expected
Washington, DC, March 14, 2008--Construction of new homes fell by 0.6 percent last month, more than the 0.2 percent Wall Street had expected.
Wholesale Inflation Flat, but Core Prices Rise
Washington, DC, March 14, 2008—Wholesale inflation met expectations in February, the Labor Department said, but core inflation rose more than expected.
Lauzon Names Retailer, Distributor of The Year
Papineauville, Quebec, Canada, March 14, 2008-Hardwood flooring manufacturer Lauzon recently named its U.S. retailer and distributor of the year.
Propex Names Turnaround Specialist New CEO
Chattanooga, TN, March 17, 2008 – Propex Inc. has appointed Woody McGee as the interim president and CEO.
Interface Downgraded by Investment Firm
New York, NY, March 17, 2008-- Stifel Nicolaus & Company has downgraded Interface Inc to "hold," and reduced estimates for the company.
Forbo AG Sees Net Income Rise 81% in 2007
Baar, Switzerland, March 18, 2008-- Forbo Holdings AG said full-year 2007 net profit increased 80.9 percent to $112 million.
Mohawk Names Two Hard Surfaced Executives
Dalton, GA, March 17, 2008—Two new executives have joined Mohawk’s Hard Surfaces Group.
Allegheny Contract Offsetting All Energy Use
Winchester, MA, March 17, 2008 - Allegheny Contract Flooring Inc. said it is offsetting its carbon emissions with carbonfund.org, one of the country's leading carbon offset organizations.