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Robina Floors Names Suplee VP Sales

Robina Floors Names Suplee VP Sales

Kennesaw, GA, June 13, 2007—Robina said today that in order to accommodate rapid growth and to position the company for future expansion, Robina CEO Hartwig Siemerling has appointed Mark Suplee to the position of VP Sales for the entire United States.

Commercial Market Sound with Record Investment

Commercial Market Sound with Record Investment

Washington, DC, June 13, 2007--Investment in commercial real estate remains at record levels with sound fundamentals in most sectors, according to the latest Commercial Real Estate Outlook of the National Association of Realtors.

Jobless Claims Unchanged Last Week

Jobless Claims Unchanged Last Week

Washington, DC, June 14, 2007--Jobless claims for state unemployment were unchanged at 311,000 in the week ending June 9, according to a Labor Department report.

Franklin Intros Titebond 571

Franklin Intros Titebond 571

Columbus,OH, June 14, 2007--Franklin International has pioneered a cost-effective solution for reducing both sound and moisture transmission through above-grade concrete and light concrete subfloors.

PPI Up on Energy

PPI Up on Energy

Washington, DC, June 14, 2007--Higher energy costs boosted producer prices 0.9 percent in May, according to the Labor Department.

Shaw Receives Cradle to Cradle Certification

Shaw Receives Cradle to Cradle Certification

Dalton, GA, June 14, 2007-- Three products pioneered by Shaw Industries have been recognized with Cradle to Cradle Certification, contributing to U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED Green Building Rating System.

Furniture Brands Sees Smaller 2Q Loss

Furniture Brands Sees Smaller 2Q Loss

St. Louis, MO, June 13, 2007--Furniture Brands International Inc. said Wednesday it expects to post a smaller loss and sales decline for the second quarter than previously forecast.

Bridgeway Interactive Exhibits at PCBC

Sausalito, CA, June 14, 2007--Bridgeway Interactive showcased the company’s tools and programs with today’s home buyers at the Pacific Coast Builder’s Conference, May 30-June 1.