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NWFA Provides Flooring for Smart Home Dedicated to US Navy Petty Officer First Class Joshua Geddis

The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has provided flooring for its 77th home in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program. The home dedication for U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class (Ret.) Joshua Geddis took place on April 25, in Coburg, Oregon.




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Stiles Machinery to Showcase Line of Hardwood Surface Solutions at International Woodworking Fair

Stiles Machinery will showcase surface solutions, such as sanding, veneering, and finishing at the International Woodworking Fair (IWF) in booth 4835 in Hall B, located at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, from August 6 – 9, 2024.




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Elevate Your Projects with the New Real American Hardwood Website Aimed at Design and Build Pros

The Real American Hardwood Coalition (RAHC) and the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA), in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, have launched a new website at RealAmericanHardwood.pro to educate architects, interior designers and construction professionals on the attributes of Real American Hardwood products.




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AHF Products Launches ‘Wood Wow’ Campaign with HGTV Stars to Promote Hardwood Flooring

The new retail program will include sales tools to incentivize and educate the salesperson – including a few “wow” surprises from "Fixer to Fabulous” stars Dave and Jenny Marrs.





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Kährs Solid Wood Estate Collection Combines Craftsmanship with Sophistication

Made in the USA, the solid wood collection borrows inspiration from historic estates known for their meticulous attention to detail and grandeur.




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Case Study: Crafting Timeless Beauty in West Texas with Mesquite Wood Flooring

Craftsman Hardwood Flooring owner Matt Garcia walks us through a custom hardwood flooring project that required a creative collaboration between the builder, skilled craftsmen and women, designers, architects and the homeowner. 




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Resilient Flooring in Healthcare: How to Select the Right Flooring, Adhesive and Installer

Taylor Adhesives Director of Technical Services Gary Scheidker walks us through the process of bidding a commercial healthcare project from material and product selection to choosing the right installer for the job to maintenance of the flooring after project completion.




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Shaw's TotalWorx Pet Perfect LVT Underlayment Offers Moisture Barrier Capabilities, Subfloor Smoothing and Thermal Insulation

The GroundWorx Pet Perfect Underlayment offers a wide range of benefits, including sound suppression, moisture mitigation, smooths subfloors, thermal insulation and comfort underfoot. 




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Cali's Vinyl Laid Back is Designed for Trade and Builder Pros

Designed for large-scale projects, Laid Back offers seamless, efficient glue-down installation and is available in Cali's most popular light and natural colors. 




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Cali Marks 20 Years of Coastal-Inspired Home Innovation with Anniversary Sale

The company, which started in 2024 with two college friends' idea to create sustainable building materials from bamboo after a surf trip to Hawaii, has grown into a diverse brand offering premium flooring, rugs, turf, and composite decking.




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Three New Porcelain Tile Collections from American Olean

Reservorio, Urban Essence, and Color Story Pinstripes are three new porcelain tile collections from American Olean. 




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Case Study: Atlas Concorde Floor Tiles Elevate Dubai Mall's Expansion with Italian Elegance

Atlas Concorde's porcelain tiles were chosen for a recent expansion of the China Town segment of the Dubai Mall. The resin-effect Prism collection and concrete-effect Boost collection add Italian elegance to the world's largest shopping center.




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India based Credit card (churning) blog?

Visiting India and someone got really intrigued when I told him I have put all personal travel on points over last 13 years. He asked how to do so based in India as an Indian. Are there any blogs like we have in the USA for newbies? My little...



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Planning and preparation can save the day

We all have those days when a bunch of little stuff is getting under our skin. But then we have those other days, where we don't joke or complain about having "one of those days" because something has gone seriously wrong.




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What the COVID-19 pandemic can teach us about the internet

When I was an electrical engineer building emergency wireless communications networks, I learned about the importance of having backups—sometimes the hard way, with a 3 a.m. phone call reporting a system is down and the backup system didn’t kick in.




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Digital transformations require honest communication, admission of mistakes

Having honest and direct communication about what is and isn’t working is the difference between success and failure.




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How food and beverage processors can build a glass and brittle plastic program

There are many different foreign materials that could and actually have ended up in foods. The most insidious of these and the one most feared is glass.




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Home Depot Sees Hurricane Boost in Q3, But Same-Store Sales Slip

The Home Depot reported higher overall sales but declining comparable store performance in its third quarter, as the home improvement giant continues to navigate challenging macroeconomic conditions while benefiting from hurricane-related demand.




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Sports Broadcasting Icon Bob Costas to Headline CCA Global Partners Retail Convention

Emmy-winning sportscaster Bob Costas will deliver the keynote address at the CCA Global Partners Retail Group's annual ConneXtion convention in January 2025.




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Taylor Adhesive Zephyr Serves as a Moisture Vapor Barrier, Encapsulator and Primer Coating

Engineered to fight moisture, Zephyr can also be used as a primer, or even an encapsulator, eliminating the need to remove existing or cutback adhesive residue.




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Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring for Heavy-Use Commercial Applications

Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring seamless flooring systems offer durable, chemical-resistant systems for commercial applications with moderate to heavy use. 




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NTCA Launches Art Tile Coloring Book Fundraiser

Laticrete is sponsoring the printing costs, so all proceeds of the fundraiser go to the Tile Heritage Foundation (THF) and the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF)




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Elementi by Iris Ceramica for Floors and Walls

The collections are renowned for their aesthetic and chromatic matching possibilities in a series of expressive color palettes where sizes and surfaces combine for a total look solution.





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Top 100 Food and Beverage Company Highlights: The Coca-Cola Company

Despite reporting a 28% decline in its second quarter, it also witnessed considerable improvement in global sales volume as lockdown eased.




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Top 100 Food and Beverage Company Highlights: Cargill

Cargill joins the list of major meatpackers who were under investigation for their handling of meat exports and worker safety during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Top 100 Food and Beverage Company Highlights: #8 The Coca-Cola Company

The Coca-Cola Company witnessed net revenues accelerate by 42% in Q2 this year, driven by ongoing recovery from the pandemic in several markets.





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Top 100 Food and Beverage Company Highlights: #9 Cargill

Global commodities trader Cargill reported a 17% rise in revenue in fiscal year 2021, owing to raised prices for agricultural products. 





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Top 100 Food and Beverage Company Highlights: #7 Cargill

Cargill—agricultural giant and the largest private company in the US – has experienced a slowing of profits this year, owing to less volatility in the global grain market and the collapse of meatpacking margins in the US.




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Top 100 Food and Beverage Company Highlights: #8 The Coca-Cola Company

The Coca-Cola Company reported strong second-quarter results, posting a 6% rise in net revenue to $12.0 billion, after its results were boosted by price hikes.




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Domotex 2023 Showcases Sustainability, Innovation and Color

Floor Trends reports on the latest flooring technologies and sustainable initiatives from Domotex in Hannover, Germany. 




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Küberit Showcases New Profile Selection Process, Sample Acquisition and Specification Support

Küberit USA will debut its new integrated process for profile selection, sample acquisiiton, and resources for specification support at this week’s TISE. 




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3 Staircase Trends for 2023

A carefully considered staircase renovation might mean replacing newel posts, handrails, base rails, and spindles, with new parts. Check out top staircase trends for 2023. 




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Laticrete Introduces Profiles and Trims Category

Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, is adding profiles and trim to its growing roster of tile, stone and flooring installation products, making it the industry’s first manufacturer to provide a complete tile installation system including trim options.




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Versatrim's VersaCap Offers Custom, Matching, Flush Stair Treads

VersaCap is used to create custom, matching, flush stair treads and returns that perfectly compliment the floor plank to provide an elegant cohesive look. 




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Performance Accessories Heads to CFI and FCICA 2023 Convention and Trade Show

Attendees will be able to expand their knowledge, find solutions and connect with others in the flooring community with Performance Accessories from September 20 to September 22, 2023. 




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Versatrim Launches New VersaCap Round Profile and Expands Stair Solutions Offerings

Versatrim introduces the VersaCap Round Profile, designed to enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of stair applications, providing a seamless finish that complements any interior design. 




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Partnership Puts Luminous Lager in Glow-In-The-Dark Cans

The 5.0% ABV lager comes in a 16-oz. glow-in-the-dark can designed to add a bit of fun for those using a festive hiking trail this fall and winter.




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Innovation, tradition make Sanders and Morley Candy Makers a fabulous food plant

Sanders and Morley Candy Makers, which first worked its way into the hearts of those who live in Michigan with factory tours for school kids, is beloved in its home state and is growing nationally.




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Hausbeck Pickle Co. produces pickles and peppers on a prodigious scale

Most people have likely never heard of The Hausbeck Pickle Co. in Saginaw, MI, but there’s a good chance they’ve had one of its pickles, banana peppers or jalapeños.




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Fab Food Plant: Going to the dogs (and cats)

As the pet food industry has grown, so has the need for quality ingredients. Pet food brand owners seek natural foods with high protein and clean label options as owners treat their dogs and cats as family members.




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Fab Food Plant: Tyson’s innovative case-ready meat facility in Eagle Mountain, Utah

Within its walls is one of the most technically advanced food processing plants in the country—a greenfield project built from the ground up with automation, labor savings, sustainability and smart design throughout.





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PepsiCo Beverages North America Opens New Warehouse And Distribution Center

PBNA tripled its local warehouse footprint with the relocation of its former downtown Nashville distribution warehouse facility.




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Rapid Prototyping Capabilities for Motors

In a three-step selection process, designers can purchase a motor that is built to order using the company’s online configurator.




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Syntegon Debuts Vertical Bagger for Coffee

The vertical bagger has a compact machine layout for small footprint and good accessibility from all sides.





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    Key Technology Introduces High-Capacity Vibratory Conveyors for Advanced Applications

    These extra-large, high-capacity conveyors can be engineered for grading, aligning, distributing and other specialized food handling functions.




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    Linde to Showcase Cryogenic Freezing Capabilities at PACK EXPO

    Linde works with food processors to optimize their use of liquid nitrogen and/or liquid carbon dioxide in cryogenic freezing and chilling applications.




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    Global Drain Technologies Debuts Circular Catch Basin for 10,000 Series FoodSafe Slot Drain

    Designed for the food and beverage industries, this addition to GDT's FoodSafe product line offers enhanced cleaning efficiency and water flow, catering to the stringent hygiene requirements of food production facilities.




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    Modular Spiral Belts Tailored for Various Applications

    This program includes a range of modular spiral belts tailored for various applications, including cooling, chilling, freezing, proofing and steaming. 




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    Multi-Conveyor Introduces Multilane Conveyor for Beverage Case Packing

    The conveyor’s lanes combine product, making a mixed variety of can or bottle flavors to create a multi-flavor case pack.




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    Travel pro parts specification - Broken handle

    Hello, The side carry handle and the side feet of my MaxLite Air Large Check in Hardside (SKU: 401229942G) luggage broke. Where can I find the specification of the parts (length, distance between the 2 screws, etc.) , so that I can buy...