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T. Hasegawa USA, Inc. Acquires Abelei Flavors, Inc.

The company says that the acquisition fits into its strategy to broaden its flavor portfolio within North America.




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Cooper Street Snacks Acquires Harvest Valley Bakery

The newly acquired Cooper Street Bakery will operate independently from the Cooper Street Snacks brand but will play a crucial role in supporting the company’s expanding product lines.




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Melt&Marble Scales Production of Fats Through Precision Fermentation

Melt&Marble has scaled its fat fermentation process to tens of thousands of liters, paving the way for commercial scale production and broader application testing.




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Former Spirits Industry Execs Launch Non-Alcoholic Beverage Company DioniLife

The company will focus exclusively on non-alcoholic adult beverages and aims to build a portfolio of products across beverage categories, both through internal development and acquisition.




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Research Indicates Labor Shortages Contribute to Revenue Loss

Visual Components, developer of 3D simulation software, surveyed more than 300 manufacturing decision-makers in the U.S., UK and Germany.




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Booking hotel apps advice?

Hey all! I’m gearing up for an upcoming trip and could really use some recommendations on the top apps or websites for finding quality hotels at budget-friendly prices. If you’ve had a good experience with any booking platforms in terms of cost,...




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3102BCE-A Vedic Resort €10 Goa, India

3102BCE-A Vedic Resort €10 p/n Goa, India. Available for this price from April 2025 till November 2025. It's a suite with a private pool. Image:




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Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport - 41 GBP

Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport - 41 GBP on Oct 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 of 2025 https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/aberdeen/abzig/hoteldetail Image: Image:




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Holiday Inn Express: Antrim - M2, Jct.1 - 13k Points / 49 GBP

Holiday Inn Express: Antrim - M2, Jct.1 - As low as 13,000 Points or 49GBP per night at the end of the schedule (late October 2025). Usually an average of 30123 points per night or 112.30 GBP per night. ...




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Holiday Inn Express: Stafford - 50GBP / 10k Points

Holiday Inn Express: Stafford - End of December 2024 / Beginning of January 2025 - As low as 50GBP per night or 10,000 IHG Points per night. The average nightly rate is 85.01 GBP or 23778 IHG points. ...




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Crowne Plaza: London Docklands - 98 GBP / 22k Points

Crowne Plaza: London Docklands - As low as 98 GBP or 22,000 IHG points on Nov 17, 21, 22 / Dec 15, 16, 23 Average nightly rate is 210.40 GBP or 51833 IHG points ...




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Holiday Inn: Milton Keynes East M1, Jct.14 - Free 5k Bonus Points

There are a few nights at the Holiday Inn: Milton Keynes East M1, Jct.14 where the 5k IHG Bonus Points rate is either a few pounds less than the discount rate or the same (based on a lower room category being available). November 14, 17, 21, 28,...




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IHG - Save With the Bonus Points Rate

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"...




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Visit Saudia Arab for Umrah

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.




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How to book DXB-AUH-ORD award flight?

I have booked outgoing award to AUH using AA miles on Etihad but can't find a decent return DXB or AUH to ORD return flight on Jan 3 or 4 for three people? I am looking for coach and I have AA, UA miles and some BA and Alaska miles and UR points....




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Hospitality Floors Showcased at BDNY 2021

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.




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Gerflor USA to Open New Midwest Distribution Center

The company said the new space will double the space dedicated to domestic inventory. 




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Floor & Decor Appoints Nada Aried to Board of Directors

Floor & Decor appointed Nada Aried, executive vice president and Chief Digital Technology Officer of Safelite Autoglass, to its board of directors effective January 1, 2025.




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Schönox HPS North America Expands Green Building Portfolio with LEED v4.1 Certifications

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.




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Market Trends Signal a Brighter 2012

As part of an on-going effort to stay current on key industry issues and market trends, National Floor Trends sponsors several market studies each year.




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CTDA, NAFCD Join Forces to Study Distribution Best Practices

The 2021 CTDA-NAFCD Financial Benchmarking Program will collect 2020 data to get a clear picture of how the channel performed during the last year.




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Shaw Creates ‘Living Lab’ to Test Product Innovations

Nine furnished apartments featuring Shaw products will house young professionals going through training in Dalton, Ga., and to assess product performance, user experience and the latest design trends.




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Mars Touts Progress on Decarbonization Initiatives

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.




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GNT to Develop EXBERRY Colors through Fermentation

GNT has chosen to collaborate with Plume Biotechnology, a UK-based startup focused on innovation in fermentation science and bioprocessing for natural colors.




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Hormel Releases Global Impact Report

The report demonstrates the company's ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility and progress toward its environmental, social and governance goals in fiscal 2023.




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Research Finds New Potential Use for Recycled Food and Beverage Cartons

Researchers produced pulp from recycled food and beverage cartons, which it then transformed into moulded products using two commonly used techniques.




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General Mills and Brau Union Take Aim at Factory Electricity Bills

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.”




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Italian Coffee Trader Alkaff Turns to Dimitra’s Blockchain Platform to Ensure Compliance with Deforestation Regulation

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.




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How Milk Powder Reduces Food Waste and Increases Sustainability

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.




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Smithfield Foods Establishes New Framework for Greenhouse Gas Reporting

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




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KIND Snacks Sustainability Initiatives for Almond Supply Chain

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.




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See the 2024 Best of NeoCon Awards in Flooring

Best of NeoCon honors trailblazing solutions that exhibit unparalleled innovation and exceptional design. See the 2024 winners in flooring.




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Tannic Engineered Wood Flooring by Northern Wide Plank Inspired by French Winemaking

The same oak has been used for wine barrels dating as far back as 350 BC, chosen for its durability and high level of tannins.




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Submissions Open for the 2024 Top Flooring Products Awards

We invite manufacturers and distributors from residential and commercial market segments to submit their latest flooring and installation product launches for our second-annual readers' choice contest. 




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Partnerships, Innovations, On-Trend Finishes Drive Commercial Flooring Sales for Bjelin

From NeoCon 2024, Bjelin U.S. General Manager Zach Adams shares insights into what's driving wood flooring sales in the commercial market and the manufacturer's new partnership with Spartan Surfaces. 




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Bona Traffic Go One-Component Finish Achieves Durability and Ease of Application

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




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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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NWFA Inaugural Leadership Development Summit Provides Growth Opportunity for Members

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.




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The Dixie Group Reports Improved Profitability and Operational Efficiency in Q2 Despite Challenging Market Conditions

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. 




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How to Moisture Test Hardwood and Subfloor for Hardwood Installation

The moisture parameters for hardwoods and subfloors that are required for successful hardwood floor installations depend on several factors. Executive Director David Gross shares INSTALL’s guidelines for moisture testing prior to hardwood installation. 




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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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Barnwood Builders' Mark Bowe Unveils Rustic-Luxe Retreat in West Virginia

TV host Mark Bowe brings his "Barnwood Builders" expertise to life with Barnwood Village, a trio of guest cottages in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. These 400-square-foot cabins blend rustic charm with modern amenities, featuring Bowe's signature Bruce BarnwoodLiving flooring.





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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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Bjelin Extends Woodura Planks Reach Through Whiteriver Group Partnership

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.




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HMTX Industries Renews Just 2.0 Label, Reaffirming Commitment to Social Justice and Transparency

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




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Floor Covering Installation Through the Eyes of a Beginner

Floor Trends & Installation Managing Editor Beth Miller shares her experience attending the International Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) Association LVP, Laminate, and Hardwood Technical Certification alongside the Mohawk and Performance Accessories product teams at the Mohawk Training Facility in Dalton, Georgia.  




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F9 Brands Explores Potential Sale of Southwind Building Products

After the recent addition of LL Flooring to the F9 Brands retail portfolio, F9 Brands CEO Jason Delves said the company is exploring other potential strategic options that will better align with Southwind’s long-term growth opportunities.




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Multifamily Supplier Urban Surfaces Celebrates 5 Years with i4F Drop-Lock Technology, Expands Commitment

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




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New ASTM Standard for Mitigating Moisture Beneath Resilient Floor Covering Approved

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.




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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.