NeoCon 2007 Breaks Attendance Record
Chicago, IL, June 25, 2007—NeoCon tops its best numbers with more attendees, more exhibitors and more new products.
Today's Flooring News
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Välinge Grants New European Licenses
Viken, Sweden – June 26, 2007--Välinge has granted since December 2006 several world-wide licenses to European producers of wood floorings.
May New Home Sales Off 1.6%
Washington, DC, June 26, 2007--New home sales were off 1.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 915,000 units in May, according to a report from the Commerce.
Consumer Confidence Retreats
New York, NY, June 26, 2007--The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, which had bounced back in May, reversed course in June.
Chain Store Sales Off Last Week
New York, June 26, 2007—Chain store sales for the week ended June 23 fell by 0.7% from its level of the prior week, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers-UBS Retail Chain Store Sales Index.
Daikin Introes Unidyne TechnaGard Stain Protection
Decatur, AL, June 26, 2007—Daikin has introduced a new line of protective and repellent products offers the best of both worlds: superior fluorine based water and oil repellency and stain release in a C6 platform.
AIA Young Architects Forum Advances Mentoring
Washington, DC, June 26, 2007--The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Young Architects Forum (YAF) announces a strong commitment by their leadership to enhancing the mentoring process across the architecture profession.
Steelcase 1Q Earnings Increase
Grand Rapids, MI, June 26, 2007—Office furniture maker Steelcase said its first quarter earnings rose on higher revenue growth and operational improvements in the North American and international segments.
Lennar Post 2Q Loss
Miami, FL, June 26, 2007--Homebuilder Lennar swung to a loss in the second quarter as the housing downturn continues.
Phillips' Direct Launches Contractor Website
Indianola, IA, June 26, 2007--Phillips' Direct Flooring Supply, a distributor of hardwood flooring products for professional contractors, announces the launch of their new website.