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Swiffer National Launch Calls Attention to Mohawk

Dalton, GA, August 23--Mohawk’s participation in the national launch of a new Swiffer product promotes the Mohawk brand and makes it easy for consumers to locate nearby retailers who carry Mohawk products.

Chain Store Sales Fall For Third Straight Week

New York, NY, August 23--Chain store retail sales fell for the third consecutive week, as retailers felt the effects of consumers cutting back on spending due to record high gasoline prices, a retail report said on Tuesday.

Forbo Reports First Half 2005 Results

Eglisau, Switzerland, August 23--In the first half-year 2005, Forbo achieved net sales of CHF 829.4 million, (US$652.9 million) compared to the previous year's CHF 827.0 million (US$651.3 million).

Albuquerque to Host NAHB’s 2006 National Green Bui

Washington, DC, August 22--Home builders eager to expand into one of the fastest-growing segments of the new-homes market will gather in Albuquerque, N.M., to network and learn at the 2006 National Green Building Conference, March 12-14.

Glennon Named CEO at Master Tile

Houston, TX, August 23--Master Tile appointed Bobby Glennon as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Glennon's leadership will drive Master Tile's national expansion in the ceramic tile and stone distribution business.

Remodeling Market Remains Strong in 2Q

Washington, DC, August 23--Remodeling activity continued to grow in the second quarter of 2005, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI).

Tricycle a Finalist in UK's Green Apple Awards

Leeds, United Kingdom, August 23--Sustainable design company Tricycle, Inc. has been chosen as a finalist in the Green Apple awards, an international campaign to recognize best environmental practices by companies, communities and countries.