Productivity Revised Up in 2Q
Washington, DC, September 6, 2006--The efficiency of workers rose faster in the spring than earlier estimated, but still slower than in the first quarter, according to a Labor Department report released Wednesday.
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Office Furniture Orders Up in July
Grand Rapids, MI, September 6, 2006--Office furniture order growth accelerated in July, the latest in several months of erratic growth that analysts said indicate a moderating market.
Pressure On Feltex from all Sides
Wellington, New Zealand, September 5, 2006--The squeeze is on carpet maker Feltex from both its banker, ANZ, and angry shareholders.
Building Big Bob's Flooring Outlet
Kansas City, MO, September 5, 2006--Would you believe that a man named David would call his store ‘Big Bob’s’?
UK’s Floors 2 Go 1H Earnings Off
London, England, September 5, 2006--Flooring retailer Floors 2 Go said it was on course to meet expectations for the full year despite a slump in profits.
USGBC Award Nominations Open
Washington, DC, September 5, 2006--The U.S. Green Building Council Leadership Awards are given annually to recognize outstanding work to advance green building.
Nood Floorcovering Launches Nood Lab
Dalton GA, September 5, 2006--Nood Floorcovering, a young carpet brand developed around the needs of commercial interior designers, announces the launch of Nood Lab.
Dow to Close 7 Plants, Take $550 Million Charge
Midland, MI, September 1, 2006--Dow Chemical said it plans to close seven plants in Canada and Italy and incur a third-quarter charge of $550 million to $650 million.
BR-111 Flooring Featured at Designer Showcase
Miami, Florida, August 30, 2006--BR-111 Exotic Hardwood Flooring reported that its Triângulo Engineered hardwood flooring is featured in the new Hampton Designer Showhouse.
Godfrey Hirst Cleared to Acquire Feltex
Wellington, New Zealand, August 30, 2006--The Commerce Commission has cleared Godfrey Hirst NZ Limited to acquire some or all of the assets of Feltex Carpets Limited.