The smart flooring system captures occupancy and movement to optimize buildings for energy savings, CO2 reduction and increased security. 

The collaborative two-day workshop, held at Tarkett’s Chicago showroom, brought together dozens of professionals from a variety of disciplines, including architects, school administrators and facility managers, creating a space for these diverse perspectives to be heard and understood, ultimately advancing the ways we provide healthier spaces for students, educators and staff. 

The manufacturer unveils two new flooring innovations that answer consumers' demands for high style and sustainability. 

The Carpet Design Award announced the finalists in a variety of categories. The award ceremony will take place on January 12, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the CDA area in Hall 3 at Domotex in Hannover, Germany. 

Bona’s Matt Casey, director of professional marketing and the Bona Certified Craftsman Program, has been with the company for nearly two decades. During that time, he has witnessed a multitude of contractor challenges as well as the evolution of new product solutions. He details the current state of sustainability in the wood products industry, offering a few tips on how to work smarter not harder. 

During the data collection process, the company gained significant insight into its business operations and made long-term improvements for future reporting.

Ecore International, a global leader in the recycling and transformation of reclaimed materials into innovative, performance-driven surfaces, announces its strategic acquisition of Ameritread Remanufactured Tires, a Pennsylvania-based company specializing in the remanufacturing of certified reconstructed tires. 

Jason McWilliams, regional sales manager, National Flooring Equipment (NFE), explores concrete’s viability as a sustainable flooring option. 

All learning opportunities have been created to foster professional, business and revenue growth for those working in the tile and stone industry.

JRCA said it aims to establish quality standards for recycled carpets and promotion of standardization, grant a certification mark to recycled carpets that meet the quality standards set by JRCA, and hold events and distribute information to promote the use of recycled carpet.