E.J. Welch Company Expands Distribution of Azrock
Houston, April 13--Tarkett Commercial announced today that the E.J. Welch Company of Earth City, MO, is now distributing Azrock by Tarkett commercial flooring in the Chicago area.
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Morris Joins 828 International
Greenville, SC, April 13--828 International named Tom Morris to the newly created post of Northeast Regional Manager, effective immediately.
Domco Releases New Consumer Catalog
Farnham, Quebec, April 13--"In touch with your lifestyle" is the theme of Domco’s 24-page catalog of felt-backed products and a six-page, fold-out brochure dedicated to Influence, the company’s glass-backed line.
Canadian Timber Companies Sign Environmental Agree
Vancouver, BC, April 13--Forestry firms Tembec Inc. and Domtar Inc. unveiled separate agreements with environmental groups on Tuesday, including one campaigning to curb logging in Canada's boreal forests.
Roger Milliken and Others Seek Help for the Textil
Greenville, SC, April 12--The nation's trade policies have led to an economic crisis for U.S. manufacturers and Congress must confront China to avoid further loss of American jobs and increased trade deficits, Spartanburg textile magnate Roger Millike
Universal Forest 1Q Earnings Up 66%
Grand Rapids, MI, April 12--Universal Forest Products, a maker of lumber for house construction, industrial uses and flooring, said its first-quarter profit surged 66 percent.
Canadian New Home Prices Edge Up
Ottawa, Ontario, April 12--New housing prices in Canada edged up in February compared with a month earlier, while the 12-month rate of increase slowed slightly to 5.1%.
New Zealand’s Feltex Faces Challenges Ahead
Auckland, New Zealand, April 12--Who are the fools? Feltex Carpets chief executive Sam Magill and chairman Tim Saunders are walking a tightrope.
Chain Store Sales Up Last Week
New York, April 12--Chain store retail sales rose in the latest week, as consumers continued to spend, despite record high gasoline prices, a retail report said on Tuesday.
WFCA Names Higgins Director of Development
Anaheim, CA, April 12--The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has announced some major changes and adjustments to their staff to reflect a shift in emphasis within the organization.