ECORE International Inc., manufacturer of ECOsurfaces Commercial Flooring and Everlast sports surfacing with Nike Grind, has launched its patent-pending itstru Technology and a $40MM recapitalization and refinancing package.

Flooring America and Flooring Canada introduce the exclusive Move or Improve Assurance program.

Bona US has named Dave Posey its regional sport manager for the West region and appointed John Fairbanks to regional sport manager for the Southeast region.

The Long Island Floor Covering Association (LIFCA) will be holding a Pattern Carpet Installation training session 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. March 24.

Oriental Weavers USA Inc. has announced that Lane Sales Inc. will represent Sphinx broadloom in Connecticut, New Jersey and New York.

Joe Hoelzer has been named president/ceo of Süddekor LLC, effective April 1.

Laticrete has acquired Drytek™ Flooring Solutions, LLC, a supplier of self-leveling cements, decorative concrete toppings, and related products and systems.

Beaulieu has been named Vendor of the Year by Sherwin-Williams for the second year in a row.

Pregis Protective Packaging North America is announcing an 8 percent price increase, effective April 1, 2011.

Bill Clossin has joined Franklin International as market manager for the company’s Titebond line of flooring adhesives and accessories.