The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) has launched its newly redesigned website, which offers manufacturers “a clear roadmap for certifying products and materials for low chemical emissions,” according to the company.
The North American Laminate Flooring Association has created the blog, “All About Laminate Flooring” (http://allaboutlaminateflooring.blogspot.com), to connect with and educate consumers about laminate flooring, the industry, products and trends.
The Carpet and Rug Institute has expanded its Seal of Approval testing and certification program by adding two new testing categories and expanding the existing extractors and deep-cleaning systems testing programs.
Two national flooring associations, the National
Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) and the Flooring Contractors Association
(FCICA) have endorsed a position statement on floor flatness tolerances written
by the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC).
Armstrong announced it will initiate a 5 to 7 percent price increase in the United States and Canada on solid hardwood flooring products effective with shipments beginning April 1. Engineered hardwood flooring products will face a 1 to 4 percent hike.
Shaw Learning Academy was recently named to Training magazine’s “Training Top 125.” The company’s training and development program came in at 18th on the list, which ranks organizations worldwide for outstanding human capital development programs and practices.
Q.E.P. Co., Inc. announced that on Friday it completed the acquisition of hardwood flooring maker ArborCraft LLC, which sells its products under the Harris and Tarkett Wood brands. The company, formerly called Harris-Tarkett, was founded in 1898 as the Harris Manufacturing Co.
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