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Välinge licensee to build Woodura flooring factory

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Sweden—Bjelin, owned by Välinge majority shareholder, Pervanovo Invest AB, began construction of what the company said is the world’s largest wood flooring factory in Ogulin, Croatia. It is slated to be used for the production of flooring featuring Woodura surface technology under license from Välinge Innovation. “I

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Bjelin Group appoints new global head of sales

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Fredrik Alfredsson The company group that consists of Välinge Innovation and Bjelin has appointed Fredrik Alfredsson as global head of sales. In this role, he will have responsibility for the sale of all flooring products under the Bjelin brand. head office, supporting the sales team.

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Välinge Innovation, Bjelin join forces

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The combined company, called Bjelin, is setting its sights on building a more formidable presence in both the North American and European flooring markets. “A Bjelin is an established company with factories based out of Croatia. Bjelin also allocates materials for use in ¾-inch solid hardwood flooring applications.

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NWFA Expo: Strong turnout reflects optimism amid challenges

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—Proof that the North American hardwood flooring industry is not only surviving but thriving in the face of immense change was readily evident at the 36th National Wood Flooring Association ( NWFA Expo 2022 ) convention held here last month. Ditto for Dan Natkin, CEO of Bauwerk/Boen Floor. Now we’re back better than ever.

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