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July Manufactured Goods Orders Rose for 3rd Consecutive Month

Washington, DC, September 5, 2019—New orders for manufactured goods in July, up two consecutive months, increased $6.9 billion or 1.4% to $500.3 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau reported. This followed a 0.5% June increase.

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Lee Callewaert Named 2019 Tile Setter Craftsperson of the Year

Flowood, MS, September 5, 2019—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is pleased to announce the winner of the 2019 Tile Setter Craftsperson of the Year Award is Lee Callewaert.

Bona Celebrating Centennial Anniversary

Malmo, Sweden, September 5, 2019-Bona is celebrating 100 years in business.

U.S.-China Trade Talks to Resume In October in DC

New York, NY, September 5, 2019-Trade talks between the U.S. and China will resume in early October in Washington, DC, reports the Wall Street Journal.

Private Sector Employment Rose by 195K Jobs in August

Roseland, NJ, September 5, 2019—Private sector employment increased by 195,000 jobs from July to August, according to the August ADP National Employment Report.

Labor Productivity Increased 2.3% in Q2

Washington, DC, September 5, 2019—Nonfarm business sector labor productivity increased 2.3% in Q2 2019, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports, as output increased 1.9% and hours worked decreased 0.4%.

Jack Duffy of Carpet Laying Services Has Died

Mt. Prospect, IL, September 5, 2019-Jack Duffy, 88, former owner of Carpet Laying Service, has died.

Tile of Spain Adds Four New Brands to Quick Ship Program

Miami, FL, September 5, 2019—Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer's Association (ASCER), announces the expansion of the Tile of Spain USA Quick Ship Collection.