Lebanon, PA – Whether you’re a world champion or one who aspires to be, there’s nothing like running on a Regupol® track. Just ask Usain Bolt, three-time Olympic and World Championship gold medalist and World Record Holder in... more

By Steven Feldman

LAS VEGAS—An exclusive agreement between Global Trading Partners (GTP), a consortium of worldwide manufacturers, and upstart sales agent Peden Global has been signed with the goal of bringing cost-effective sourcing solutions to... more

MARIETTA, GA, March 20, 2010—Wools of New Zealand’s 2011 color forecast embraces a global collection of 100 shades from which custom palettes are being developed for individual manufacturers. The collection, created by... more

During these difficult economic times, keeping your employees motivated is one of the keys to maintaining a successful business. If a consumer walks in to your store and sees a bunch of people moping around she may... more

DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.—Mapei has signed an agreement to participate in the Global ReLeaf program with American Forests, the nation’s oldest citizen-based environmental organization... more

The name game. This photo was taken on July 15, 1989, at a dinner by the Anti-Defamation League honoring Larry Nagle. The industry executives shown here were part of the dais for the event. Here’s the challenge: By posted mail, email or fax, identify as many... more

Dallas, March 17, 2010 – Unilin’s patent portfolio relating to glueless locking profiles in flooring was recently strengthened with 17 new U.S. patents and 2 new Chinese patents. Unilin already holds... more

KENNESAW, GA.—In a move that will ripple through the industry, Invista has entered into an exclusive partnership with Lowe’s, making it the only major home center allowed to offer Stainmaster carpet in... more

March 9, 2010 (Dalton, GA) EcoPath™ Sustainable Entryway Systems were recently selected among the Top Five Green Products for Retail and Business Interiors at this year’s 2009 GreenBuild International Conference and Expo. ecomii, an online, authoritative... more

The recently announced direct selling relationship between Armstrong and CCA Global Partners has sparked its share of controversy. Independent specialty retailers, as well as members of other buying groups, are concerned how this arrangement will be impacting their businesses, and whether... more