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MDNVAFCA seeks financial help to fight Workplace Fraud Act

The Maryland Northern Virginia Floor Covering Association (MDNVAFCA) has retained the services of Bruce Bereano, the leading lobbyist in Annapolis, to represent the industry’s interests with regard to the Workplace Fraud Act and related issues during the current legislative session. The organization is requesting financial assistance from its members to cover the costs of Bereano’s legal services.


IVC to add third shift to Dalton plant

This month, IVC US will celebrate its one-year anniversary of domestic production by adding a third shift to its manufacturing line. 


Daltile debuts revamped website

As part of its expansion of available digital tools, Daltile has enhanced its website with the intention of making its customer's product selection process quick and efficient.


Armstrong Installation School to hold vinyl training class Feb. 14-16

The Armstrong Installation School will hold its next three-day residential vinyl installation training class Feb. 14-16 at the company’s training facility in Lancaster, Pa.


NAHB chairman praises President Obama’s housing plan

Bob Nielsen, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder from Reno, Nev., issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s proposals to seek refinancing aid for home owners and mend the housing market.


NeoCon to feature latest in product concepts, innovations

NeoCon returns to Chicago June 11 to 13 for its 44th year with a line-up of show components developed to educate, inspire and engage the design world.


NAHB to honor 11 with Designee of the Year awards

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will honor 11 housing professionals for their outstanding service in elevating the image of NAHB designations.


Facca named Florida Tile sr. sales director

In anticipation of significant sales growth starting in 2012, Florida Tile has expanded its sales team with the appointment of Tom Facca as Senior Director Independent and Commercial Sales, effective immediately.


More than 52,000 attend World of Concrete

World of Concrete 2012, held recently in Las Vegas, attracted 52,088 total professional registrants and showcased just over 1,200 indoor/outdoor exhibitors in more than 552,500 net square feet of exhibit space, an increase of 40,000 net square feet over the 2011 show.


U.S. demand for carpets, rugs to reach 16.5 billion sq. ft. in 2015

Demand for carpet and rug products in the U.S. is projected to increase 7.9 percent annually from a weak 2010 base to 16.5 billion square feet in 2015, accounting for about 64 percent of total floor covering demand, according to a recently released research study.


Franklin launches new Titebond website

Franklin International has rolled out a new website for the Titebond brand.


LATICRETE to hold training seminar Feb. 29-March 2

LATICRETE International will hold its next training seminar Feb. 29-March 2 in Bethany, Conn.


NAHB introduces Appraisal Primer

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is adding an “Appraisal Primer” to its collection of resources aimed at helping association members strive for the best possible outcome from today’s less-than-perfect appraisal process, the organization said.


Personna appoints CFI president as technical advisor

Personna, a leading manufacturer of high-precision specialty blades and bladed tools, has appointed Robert Varden, president of the International Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI), as its technical advisor.


NALFA unveils 'Issues & Answers' course

The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) has launched a new course to its educational curriculum: “Laminate Flooring Issues & Answers.”


ARDEX app available for Android devices

ARDEX Americas has announced its Product Calculator Application is now available for download for Android devices.


Amtico Int’l rolls out recycling program for post-consumer resilient flooring

Amtico International has developed a recycling program for its post-consumer resilient flooring.  


NBMDA announces inventory-sharing program with WarehouseTWO

The North American Building Material Distribution Association (NBMDA) is excited to announce the launch of a new program that will provide immediate benefits to both distributor and manufacturer members of its Cabinet Industry Distribution Alliance (CIDA) membership segment.


NALFA introduces Advanced Installer Certification class

The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) has introduced a new course to its educational curriculum with the debut of a one-day Advanced Laminate Installer Certification class.


FloorTek Expo postponed

The FloorTek Expo, originally planned to take place in September of this year, has been postponed until 2013. 















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