Lowe's On Track For Store Opening Plans
Charlotte, NC, June 12--Lowe's Cos. is on track to open 130 stores this year and plans to open 140 next year, company Treasurer Marshall Croom said Wednesday.
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DuPont Launches Stainmaster Rugs
Atlanta, GA, June 10--DuPont Nylon Flooring announces the introduction of chic area rug styles for the DuPont Stainmaster Rug Collection.
Lowe's Selling Mohawk's Premier Living
Wilkesboro, NC, June 11--Today, Lowe's announced the addition of three new brands to its portfolio, bringing added value to do-it-yourself enthusiasts.
Stainmaster Intros Product For Furniture
Wilmington, DE, June 10--DuPont Textiles & Interiors introduces Stainmaster Fabrics for furniture, bringing stain protection to the furniture market. The arrival of Stainmaster Fabrics at Omaha-based retailer Nebraska Furniture Mart.
Tandus Reports Higher Sales
Dalton, GA, June 10--Tandus Group, Inc. which includes Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings, Inc. and subsidiaries, reports earnings for the first quarter (13 weeks) ended April 26, 2003.
Home Depot Teams Up With UCCnet
Lawrenceville, NJ, June 10--UCCnet, a not-for-profit organization that provides item registry and synchronization services, announced today that The Home Depot will begin implementing the organization's item registration and synchronization services f
Congoleum Amends Asbestos Settlement Pact
Mercerville, NJ, June 10--Congoleum Corp. agreed to amend the asbestos claims settlement it signed in April to allow more time for parties to review and respond to information required in order to participate in the settlement.
New Date and Place For NAFCD Annual Meeting
Chicago, IL, June 9--The National Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) has rescheduled the NAFCD 32nd Annual Meeting, "Leaders Meeting Leaders," to September 5-7, 2003, at the Westin Hotel Michigan Avenue in Chicago.
Wal-Mart CEO to Managers: Follow Policy
Fayetteville, AR, June 9--The chief executive of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. used the company's annual meeting Friday to address accusations that it treats employees unfairly, saying managers who don't follow company policy need to find work elsewhere.
Wisconsin Firm Receives Restoration Award
Millersville, MD, June 9--The Kelmann Corporation of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, has received the Phoenix Award, the restoration industry’s highest honor, for its work in restoring a severely damaged, historic Milwaukee church.