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Coverings announces Vegas debut with 2011 show

Organizers of Coverings have announced that the venue for its 2011 tile and stone exhibition is now officially Las Vegas. The expo will take place March 14-17, 2011, at the Sands Convention Center.

Surfaces installation slideshow

Installation issues were highlighted in a series of presentations at Surfaces 2010, which was held Feb. 1-4 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas.

Rugo to lead MIA as president

Brett S. Rugo, founder and president of Rugo Stone, LLC of Lorton, VA, and grandson of an Italian stone carver, has been chosen as the new president of the Marble Institute of America (MIA).

Coverings 2010 organizers unveil educational lineup

Organizers of Coverings 2010 are offering tile and stone contractors and installers more than 40 educational sessions during the show (April 27-30, in Orlando, FL). Topics will range from how to boost profits in a challenging economy to the latest innovations in installation methods and materials.

2009 Sakrete Sack Program winner announced

Julius Peppers, line backer for the Carolina Panthers, has been named the winner of the 2009 Sakrete Sack Program, credited with 27 quarterback sacks during the 2009 NFL regular season.

NTCA, CTDA and TCNA join forces for all-industry conference

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced that the 2010 edition of its annual Total Solutions Business and Technical Conference slated for November will now be held in concurrence with the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association Management Conference, and will also include the membership of the Tile Council of North America.

DriTac promotes Hall to sales vp

DriTac Flooring Products LLC has promoted Chuck Hall to vice president of sales.

Surfaces Products 2010: Must-see products set to launch during Surfaces

Welcome to Surfaces Products 2010, a special section highlighting some of the industry's latest products. This section includes a range of introductions set to launch during Surfaces 2010, Feb. 1-4 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas.

Daltile renews, expands NTCA workshop sponsorship

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) says it has renewed and expanded its sponsorship program with Daltile for 2010.

Armstrong delays resilient price increase

Armstrong announced it will delay execution of a previously announced resilient price increase until later this year.

NALFA sets dates for Installer Certification Schools

The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) has announced the dates for the 2010 NALFA Installer Certification School. The comprehensive training curriculum covers all aspects of a quality laminate installation and will give the attendees the skills necessary to perform installations to high standards and craftsmanship in the field.

FTI FloorCovering launches new website

FTI FloorCovering has launched its new website, www. FTIFloorcovering.com . The new web site enables end users and contractors to find workers and companies near them to get the projects done on time and on budget.

Q.E.P. to buy ArborCraft

Q.E.P. Co., Inc. said it has signed an agreement to acquire the business of ArborCraft Floors, which sells its products under the Tarkett and Harris brands.

MAPEI's technical services manager addresses DCC

Pierre Hebert, manager of Technical Services for MAPEI Inc., recently gave a presentation during a dinner conference held by the Montreal Chapter of DCC (Construction Specification Canada) that included key points on the proper surface preparation necessary to achieve successful ceramic, stone and soft floor-covering installations.

NALFA, CFI partner to train Lowe’s installers

The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) and the International Certified Floorcovering Installers Association (CFI) will provide expanded laminate installation training to the Lowe’s Wood and Laminate Installer program.

HomerWood plant in Pa. earns FSC certification

HomerWood Hardwood Flooring, a wholly owned subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, announced its Titusville, Pa. manufacturing plant has received Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody certification.

FCI, NFT, TILE to sponsor On-Floor Stages at Surfaces

Floor Covering Installer, National Floor Trends and TILE Magazine will be sponsoring two of the On-Floor Education Stages at Surfaces 2010, Feb. 1-4 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas.

CFI installation training slideshow
Tim Provence of Armstrong demonstrates the correct methods of vinyl installation at the recent CFI-Armstrong installation workshop in Anchorage, AK.

NALFA to present laminate installation demo at Surfaces
For those interested in laminate flooring installation, the North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) will conduct a one-hour long demonstration complete with insider tips and a step-by-step demonstration on how to install the perfect laminate floor.

Three Shaw plants earn 'zero waste to landfill' status
Three Shaw Industries plants are now “zero waste to landfill,” the company said. The facilities include two Tuftex carpet manufacturing plants in Santa Fe Springs, Calif., and a Shaw fiber extrusion facility in Clemson, S.C.