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EnergieKer obtains UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 certification

Ceramics of Italy

In 2023, EnergieKer has obtained UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 certification demonstrating its commitment to minimise the environmental impact of its production processes. The standard sets out a detailed set of criteria for a company’s environmental management system (EMS) and certifies the validity of the measures adopted to protect the internal and external environment.

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Jorge “Tito” Boror inducted into NWFA’s Legacy Scholarship Program

Floor Covering News

Jorge “Tito” Boror St. Louis, Mo.—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has inducted the late Jorge “Tito” Boror, past business manager at LOBASAND, into its Legacy Scholarship program through the NWFA Education and Research Foundation (NERF). The NERF Legacy Scholarship program honors individuals who made significant contributions throughout their lives to advance the wood flooring industry.

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New Public Swimming Pool at a German Holiday Resort Makes Waves in Eco-inspired Leisure

The A to Z of Building

A holiday resort on the outskirts of Hanover, Germany, has recently completed renovation of a new 745 m2 swimming pool, making use of sustainably sourced Kebony wood to provide decking.

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Mannington Commercial names Cindy Kaufman VP, marketing  

Floor Covering News

Cindy Kaufman Calhoun, Ga. — Mannington Commercial has named Cindy Kaufman its new vice president of marketing, effective today. In her new role, Kaufman will be responsible for the company’s commitment to, and investment in, a brand-centric philosophy and elevating customer engagement, inclusive culture and thought leadership, all with a keen eye on the design community.

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CRI names Russ DeLozier president

Floor Covering News

Dalton—The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) board of directors has named industry veteran Russ DeLozier as the next president of the CRI, the leading source for science-based information about carpet and whose members represent more than 90% of the carpet manufactured in the U.S. DeLozier will begin his new role June 1. “Russ has more than 30 years of experience serving the industry and is a proven leader in corporate sustainability, chemical and floor covering manufacturing, and materials recycli

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New single-family home size trending lower

Floor Covering News

Washington, D.C.—An expected impact of the virus crisis is a need for more residential space, as people use homes for more purposes, including work. Home size correspondingly increased in 2021 as interest rates reached historic lows. However, as interest rates increased in 2022, and housing affordability worsened, the demand for home size has trended lower, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

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Wider, longer hardwood planks maintain momentum

Floor Covering News

Mirage expanded its popular Flair collection with maple patina, which comes in hardwood planks with widths up to 6 inches. C onsumer demand for broader, beefier hardwood planks —those products starting and 6 ½ inches wide in lengths exceeding 5 feet— continues to gain steam as shoppers opt for products that make a bold statement in their remodeling projects.