Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

CCA Global has revamped Fast Start, its extensive training program for sales professionals, with a new virtual platform designed to train and retain new employees. The most recent training session featuring the new virtual platform garnered the largest Fast Start attendance for the company to date. Manchester, N.H.—CCA

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2023

Those challenges usually include labor, training, infrastructure and limited showroom real estate, to name a few. The CTEF, NTCA and other organizations provide education and training to assist the local dealer. Another aspect of a successful tile program is training. For Emser, training is No.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 20, 2015

The updated CTaSC website uses cutting edge technology to feature an extensive menu of services including forensic investigations, quality control, testing, training, marketing and business planning, expert witness and more. Go to: https://ctasc.com/ctasc-services/customized-tile-training/.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 13, 2022

To compile the list, the Selling Power research team said it analyzed data collected across key areas including company ethos, compensation and benefits, hiring and training and diversity and inclusion. The team’s methodology is a result of years of research.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 10, 2023

The Schönox HPS Florence Support Center hosted the guests where flooring contractors, installers, distributors and specifiers gather on a weekly basis, providing comprehensive training covering the benefits, installation details and project strategies of the entire Schönox subfloor series.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 10, 2022

The support of suppliers with product donations is immensely helpful in rolling out more training around the country,” shared Jim Aaron, executive director of FCEF. We want to help make sure that anyone desiring to become a flooring craftsman has the tools and training they need to get started.”.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

This military film studio, which once housed the set for training videos and research films, is now home to actor Jared Leto. From Military to Mansion. Jared Leto just dropped $5 million for a former military compound , Elle Decor. Re-purposing and Cherishing History.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 16, 2024

Oberlin, Ohio— The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) launched a new CEU course titled “Natural Stone Embodied Carbon Research.” These EPDs showcase natural stone’s low embodied carbon compared to manmade materials.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

To put that into perspective, this year Floor Covering News research found that while the category saw a generous 14% increase in dollar sales in 2022 (to $3.507 billion vs. $3.077 billion in 2021), it was buoyed by hefty price increases. This will take a long-term approach in vocational schools and training.”

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

We implemented the changes by adding samples and vignettes and then getting the sales reps to come and help train. You have to really make that commitment because the training takes time and needs to be repeated. It’s technically savvy and I think it does a better job of training than in flooring, which makes it easy to work with.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

An examination of what it means to be qualified labor, why training is important and how/why specifiers and customers need to engage and understand how to select a professional tile contractor. What Lies Beneath: How the Tile Community Saved the Day with Proper Preparation. The Secrets of Pool Design and Installation.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Teresa McGrath, chief research officer at Healthy Building Network, will lead “Luxury Vinyl Tile’s Carbon and Toxic Impacts,” one of the featured sessions within the Coverings 2023 “Health & Wellness” theme.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 25, 2024

a beloved hardwood flooring industry legend who passed away in October 2022 , Mullican Flooring is encouraging individuals to contribute to a National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Education and Research Foundation (ERF) Named Scholarship Fund in his name. —In memory of James Donald “Don” Conner, Jr., Donations may submitted here.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 3, 2021

She added that in addition to customizable digital tools, it also includes virtual meetings and product training, along with online ordering and sample delivery. Consumers conduct extensive research online before ever entering a flooring store. And what’s better—it doesn’t even have to be yours.

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Mosaicos

DECEMBER 29, 2015

There is a metro station "Meliana" and from the train I could already see the "castle". After I read about the factory in Meliana, I had to go there of course, to see what is left of it. The factory was built in 1860 and began to work from 1864/65. In this old photo you can see the bottle-shaped kilns.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Through research we need to know what’s trending in flooring— woods, stones—and how the consumer is using these looks in the home.”. Marchetta noted that 95% of their job is research. Our collective research puts us in the right direction to create looks the consumer loves.”. Everything starts with research.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 10, 2021

“The latest generation of adhesives are very installer friendly, significantly lower in VOCs and provide assurance of long-term performance,” noted Wayne Williams, Stauf’s director of training. Installers are advised to take advantage of the many trade organizations that offer professional training and diverse certifications.

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Mosaicos

DECEMBER 29, 2015

The mosaic factory was established in Meliana, a locality north of Valencia, well comunicated by road and train and near the coast close to possible shipping harbours.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 8, 2020

He is currently involved in projects like Muskkat Museum (the Philippines), Susa International Train Station (Italy), renovations to Shipyard 1862 in Shanghai (China), and the city of Busan’s Marina Complex (South Korea).

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Building Moxie

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Scientists, engineers and researchers from The Good Housekeeping Research Institute awarded Hardie the coveted distinction for their HardiePlank in 2013. James Hardie offers Advanced Training to higher-rated Contractor Alliance members. Completing trainings help contractors earn HardieRewards points (mentioned above).

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

s Donato Pompo, citing findings from Catalina Research, ceramic tile is leading the floor covering sales recovery, as tile manufacturers leverage the rebound in existing home sales and housing starts. floor coverings market in 2013, since builder purchases and commercial sales are leading the recovery,” Catalina Research states.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Additionally, TCNA regularly conducts independent research and product testing, works with regulatory, trade, and other government agencies, offers professional training, and publishes industry-consensus guidelines and standards, economic reports, and promotional literature. ###.

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Ceramics of Italy

AUGUST 29, 2023

In addition, more than 9,000 hours of training were provided in 2022 and no serious occupational accidents occurred. This year, Laminam is continuing its research into the CO 2 capture process and is proud of the sophisticated system it has installed to significantly reduce emissions.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2022

—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has posthumously inducted Roy Reichow of National Wood Flooring Consultants into its Legacy Scholarship program through the NWFA Education and Research Foundation (NERF). NERF was established to provide industry research and educate future generations of wood flooring professionals.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 15, 2023

FCNews rounded up scores of retailers from around the country to get their advice and strategies on a host of topics—customer service, merchandising, marketing and promotion and hiring, training and recruiting. HIRING/RECRUITING/TRAINING Ideal traits to look for “A few characteristics I look for: Are they a job hopper?

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

APRIL 4, 2017

Additionally, TCNA regularly conducts independent research and product testing, works with regulatory, trade, and other government agencies, offers professional training, and publishes industry consensus guidelines and standards, economic reports, and promotional literature. For more information, contact: Roxanne Shiflet.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 28, 2020

—During the upcoming National Wood Flooring Association’s (NWFA) NOW Event , online November 17-19, the NWFA Education & Research Foundation will be hosting its first-ever virtual auction. Hunting Excursions. Gift Cards. Cash Donations. Those interested can donate here.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 12, 2022

The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) inducted South Lynn of Universal Floors into its Legacy Scholarship Program through the NWFA Education and Research Foundation (NERF). by hiring and training the first black employees. The NERF Legacy Scholarship Program helps the NWFA keep training costs to a minimum for participants.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2023

At these critical junctures, scarcity of resources and tougher business conditions force companies to get creative and renew their focus on research and analysis, developing robust processes and fortifying risk management frameworks.” Simon Edwards, CFO, ServiceMax, added, “Focus on innovation for sustained, product-led growth.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

In its latest webinar, ITR Economics—citing deeper statistical research dating back to 1953—doubled down on that assertion. Statistically speaking, democratic presidents also seem to do better in the category of worker earnings, ITR research showed (see chart). Potential impact of changes in tax policy.

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

MAY 13, 2019

A study focused on “Germany’s best training companies” from the Institute for Management and Economic Research (IMWF), commissioned by Deutschland Test and the business magazine Focus Money, recently awarded CeramTec second place in the Technical Component Manufacturing category.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

She added that in addition to customizable digital tools, it also includes virtual meetings and product training, along with online ordering and sample delivery. Consumers conduct extensive research online before ever entering a flooring store. And what’s better—it doesn’t even have to be yours.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The mission of FCEF revolves around raising awareness, attracting fresh talent, delivering training and education opportunities and facilitating job placements. Here are five key roles that the council may fulfill: Education and training programs. Market research and trends analysis.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Additionally, TCNA regularly conducts independent research and product testing, works with regulatory, trade, and other government agencies, offers professional training, and publishes industry-consensus guidelines and standards, economic reports, and promotional literature. ###.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 29, 2022

FCNews research shows wood flooring sales at the first point of sale in 2021 totaled a record $2.67 2021 was a great year for the hardwood sector,” said Brad Williams, vice president of sales and marketing, Mirage, whose internal research puts volume growth in the 18%-20% range. billion, a head-turning increase of 21% over 2020.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 1, 2022

FCNews research shows ceramic experienced an 8.2% FCNews research aligns with Whitmire except as it relates to 2019. Overall, FCNews research shows ceramic’s share of the total commercial market decreased slightly to 14.2% Hearkening back to the success of its heyday, the overall U.S. increase in 2021 over 2020.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 11, 2023

Although he currently serves as vice president of business development at The Dixie Group, he has long preached the gospel of developing a rapport with the customer via his many years of educational training sessions when he worked with Invista. At the very least, she has done quite a bit of research online via websites or social networks.

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