Congoleum in Compliance with AMEX Standards
Mercerville, NJ, May 30, 2007--Congoleum Corp. reported that the American Stock Exchange ("Amex") has determined the company is in compliance with its continued listing standards.
Today's Flooring News
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Wellman Sells Fiber Business
Fort Mill, SC, May 30, 2007--Wellman Inc., which makes polyester products and packaging resins, said Tuesday it sold its fiber-manufacturing equipment as it focuses on its chemicals business.
Mohawk Featured in Academy Awards Greenroom
Hollywood, CA, May 30, 2007--The greenroom at this year’s Academy Awards was deep chocolate brown in color—and green in philosophy.
Pulte to Cut 1,900 Jobs
Bloomfield Hills, MI, May 30, 2007--Pulte Homes Inc. said Tuesday that it is cutting about 16 percent of its work force, or about 1,900 jobs, as part of a restructuring.
Rudolph and Sletten Headquarters Gets LEED Gold
Redwood City, CA, May 30, 2007--Rudolph and Sletten General Contractors announced today that it has received the Gold LEED CI certification for the build out of its new 40,000 square foot Headquarters.
Consumer Confidence Up in May
New York, NY, May 29, 2007--The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, which had decreased in April, bounced back in May.
Internet Ad Revenue Up 35% in 2006
New York, NY, May 29, 2007--The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP released the Internet Advertising Revenue Report.
Eight Extractors Join SOA Family
Dalton, GA, May 29, 2007--The Carpet & Rug Institute announced the awarding of the CRI Seal of Approval to eight to carpet cleaning extractors.
Diversified Flooring Joins StarNet
Darien, CT, May 29, 2007--StarNet has announced the acceptance of Diversified Flooring, Inc. as a new member.
Colorado Governor Signs Consumer Bill
Columbia, MD, May 29, 2007--A bill that was actively supported by the Restoration Industry Association (RIA) was signed by Colorado Governor Bill Ritter last week.