The FDA will consider the registration of a food facility to be expired if a facility’s registration is not renewed by December 31, 2024.

I'll use this thread to post IHG Hotels where you can save money by booking the 1k, 2k, 3k, 5k Bonus Points Rate, often by booking a lower room category than the standard Best Available Rate, but not always. I will also post opportunities to "buy"...

in 2018 I visited saudia arab for umrah and, our transport company registered our hotels very far from Makah and madina trust me daily visit was horrible. try to register near hotel from your destination if you are going to travel somewhere.

I am flying through Malaysia with different PNRs (same airlines) and i will be having checked luggage. I have 3 hours and 20 minutes of transit time before my next flight, both the flights are from Terminal 2 of KUL. I have an understanding that I...

Hi everyone. I thought I share my dilemma here and hoping to get some input. If this is the wrong forum, I apologize. So background first: * I have close to 1.2M on Delta so I already have lifetime Sky Priority Elite Plus from Lifetime Gold...

Hi, Hopefully this is the right forum. My friend says he was delayed on TS7826 on June 29 for a long time (possibly operated by Porter?), he didn't know about possible compensation until he mentioned it to me. I was hoping to find the information...

BDNY returned to the Jacob Javits Center in New York City November 14-15, attracting hospitality thought leaders, savvy professionals, vendors and designers breaking the mold.

Patcraft has introduced its newest modular collection, Deconstructed Form, which is the latest adaptation within the patent pending Deconstructed platform.

The International Surface Event (TISE) named the winners of the third 2025 regional installation competition held in Dalton, Georgia on October 26, 2024 at the Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) headquarters and training facility. 

Schönox HPS North America announced its extensive range of LEED-contributing flooring products that meet LEED v4.1 certification requirements for both interior and building construction.

Product quality (97%) continues to be the most influential factor in deciding to sell/promote a particular brand/manufacturer of residential carpet, according to the just-completed Carpet and Area Rug Market Study conducted by BNP Media Market Research for National Floor Trends.

When Mars published the Mars Net Zero Roadmap in 2023, the company committed to investing more than $1 billion over three years – and continuing to commit financial resources as needed until net zero is achieved.

The integration of Foundation Earth into EIT Food will provide the expertise needed for advocacy work to develop internationally-recognized standards surrounding the use of data to assess the environmental impact of food.

Food and beverage manufacturers are focusing on reducing energy and materials by leveraging automation, capturing more data, sourcing modern processing equipment, and concentrating on quick “digital wins.”

This platform utilizes artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to acquire and analyze farmer data and ensure market compliance with the upcoming European Union Deforestation Regulation, set to take effect at the end of 2024.

The project, which is being funded by the California Energy Commission, kicks off in September 2024 and is expected to span a two and a half year period.

With the global milk powder market set to increase in value over the next 10 years, and with dairy farms targeting optimized productivity, further waste reduction efforts are not just necessary but imperative.

Smithfield's new reporting framework will utilize improved data to calculate its GHG inventory in alignment with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.

Ohly has been delivering yeast extracts and yeast-based specialties from its base in Hamburg, Germany since 1836.

Through a partnership with Wolfe's Neck Center, KIND will have line of sight to ensure over 30% of its almond supply chain is leveraging regenerative practices on a mass-balance basis by 2025.

Bona announced the release of Bona Traffic Go, designed to achieve durability and ease of application in a one-component finish.

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.

The National Wood Flooring Association’s (NWFA) inaugural Leadership Development Summit will take place from October 10 to 12 at Live! by Loews – Ballpark Village in St. Louis, Missouri, and is designed to provide NWFA members with opportunities for professional growth, networking and business development.

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.

The Dixie Group said it continues to focus on new product launches and cost-saving initiatives to navigate the challenging housing and home remodeling market. 

The three-year program, led by Professors Shawna and Chris Meyer, will offer architecture students hands-on experience in material innovation. 

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

The open house offers NWFA members an opportunity to tour the new state-of-the-art facility, which will serve as the central hub for technical training, industry events, and member activities.

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. 

Luxury flooring brand Riva Spain opens four new "Riva Corners" in Massachusetts, showcasing their high-quality, sustainable wood products. The expansion reflects the brand's growth in the region, with business tripling over two years.

In a joint effort to promote environmental stewardship and community involvement, Mohawk is teaming up with One Tree Planted, Food Well Alliance and local retail partners to break ground on a new orchard at Tara Elementary School in Morrow, Georgia. 

Bjelin partners with Whiteriver Group, a leading flooring supplier in Ireland, designating the firm as a national distributor for Bjelin’s hardened wood range, Woodura Planks.

The renewal underscores HMTX's dedication to organizational transparency and social equity.

Through testing, Tarkett said its non-PVC resilient flooring has been proven to stack up against traditional LVT in terms of dimensional stability, impact resistance and ease of maintenance.

Multifamily flooring supplier Urban Surfaces uses i4F technologies to ensure high-quality flooring installations. 

The ASTM F06 Committee approved a new standard that covers single-component fluid-applied moisture mitigation systems for use under resilient flooring installed on concrete substrates.

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

The collection, available now at tileshop.com and Tile Shop showrooms, features globally inspired designs influenced by Chu’s travels to India, Bali, Indonesia and Africa.

Featuring a hydrophobic coating on the beveled edge, Tarkett Home's technology repels water and includes a watertight locking system to prevent water from reaching the core, maintaining the integrity and appearance of the floor.

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.

The Good Plastic Company is turning trash into treasure, giving old plastic a glamorous makeover.

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.

Building materials manufacturer LX Hausys has released its 2024 ESG Report, highlighting significant environmental progress at its Georgia facilities. 

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...

Beginning with our July issue, Food Engineering will be a 100% digital publication.

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

We've all had our lives turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic, and that's going to continue for at least a little while longer.

Food and beverage industry leaders join the Food Engineering Editorial Advisory Board to provide insights that inform coverage decisions.

Food and beverage manufacturers must keep looking for new ways to improve sustainability with water, energy and waste.

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.