ITW Finalizes Acquisition of Polyrey
Glenview, IL, December 5, 2006--Illinois Tool Works Inc. today acquired all outstanding shares of Polyrey, a leading manufacturer of decorative surfaces such as laminate sheets, boards and engineered components.
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Lowe's CFO: Still Retooling Outlook
New York, NY, November 29, 2006--Lowe's continues to work on "retooling" its outlook for 2007 based on the recent sales environment, chief financial officer Robert Hull said Tuesday.
AmericasMart-Atlanta and Afghanistan Embassy Bring
Atlanta, GA, November 29, 2006--Afghan Impressions: Area Rug Artistry & Inspiration-a celebration of Afghanistan's resurgent rug heritage and culture- will make its exclusive U.S. debut at AmericasMart-Atlanta.
3Q GDP Revised Up to 2.2%
Washington, DC, November 29, 2006--The economy grew at a 2.2% annual pace in the third quarter, faster than the 1.6% initially estimated.
ServiceMaster Mulls Possible Sale
Downers Grove, IL, November 28, 2006-- ServiceMaster said its board has decided to explore strategic alternatives designed to maximize value for shareholders.
Mohawk Debuts Recyclable PVC-Free Carpet Backing
Denver, CO, November 15, 2006--The new generation of contract modular carpeting is not only green – it’s 100 percent thermoplastic. In a significant step to reduce the industry’s environmental footprint, The Mohawk Group introduces Encycle, a patent-pendi
Builder Confidence Improves In November
Washington, DC, November 16, 2006--Suggesting stabilizing conditions in the nation’s single-family housing market, home builder confidence in November edged up for the second consecutive month, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells
Hardwood Council Redesigns Website
Oakmont, PA, November 13, 2006--The Hardwood Council posted a new user-friendly website, published a continuing education course for architects, and disseminated healthy- and green-building information at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Greenbuild
Solutia Swings to 3Q Profit
Washington, DC, November 8, 2006--Solutia Inc. said Tuesday that for the third quarter ended Sept. 30 it swung to third-quarter net income of $44 million, or 42 cents a share.
Beazer Homes 4Q Earnings Off 44%
Atlanta, GA, November 7, 2006--Beazer Homes USA Inc. said Tuesday its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings fell 44 percent as higher revenue and home closings failed to offset squeezed margins.