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By Steven Feldman Zell Am Moos, Austria—FN Neuhofer Holz, a global leader in the manufacture of moldings and accompanying accessories, is taking its show on the road. Literally. At a gala event held here May 18, the 365-year-old company rolled out—or better said, rolled in—a 44-1/2-ft... more
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Columbia, Md.—The Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration (ASCR) recently announced a new insurance program for its members... more
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This photo was taken in 1976 at an Anti-Defamation League dinner for the floor covering industry in the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. Shown during the presentation, from left, are David Shapiro, president of Lack Carpet; Erich Arje, vice president of sales for MetroFlor, Inc... more
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By Steven Feldman Atlantic City, N.J.—It’s been four years since Bayard Sales rolled out the Baylink marketing program to its core dealers. How successful has it been? According to Don Wohlfarth Jr... more
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Chicago—Responsible Solutions to Mold Coalition (RSMC), a multi-industry association has been formed to ensure builders and homeowners have the most accurate information available on mold and moisture... more
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Mountain View, Mo.—Smith Flooring announced a number of management changes to fill the void left when family member Van Smith passed away suddenly late last year... more
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By Kathlene Vercellino Las Vegas—Significant growth combined with solid vendor programs and a progressive marketing strategy drew nearly 600 people to Floor To Ceiling’s (FTC) annual Showcase convention, here... more
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By Steven Feldman Atlantic City, N.J.—J.J. Haines, the second-largest flooring distributor in the nation with 2005 sales eclipsing $300 million, unveiled the latest version of its retailer support program—aptly dubbed the J.J. Haines Loyalty Club—at its annual convention held here last month... more
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By Matthew Spieler Hicksville, N.Y.—Everyone knows carpet is a soft, warm and cozy product. So when the big three carpet mills along with the fiber suppliers started introducing soft fibers a handful of years ago, many were skeptical and felt it was just a marketing ploy... more
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Atlanta—When it comes to owning and operating a network of contractor businesses, it seems the formula is to let them run independently. The latest to find this out is Interface which has spun off its Resource Connect aligned dealer network... more
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