Shaw Industries

Shaw Industries' Fleurette Fitch Receives Women MAKE Award

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Monday, March 11, 2024
MAKE, Woman, Mentorship, Workforce, National Association, Shaw, Shaw Industries, Nursing

DALTON, Ga., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shaw Industries Group Inc.'s (Shaw) Fleurette Fitch, senior quality director of soft surfaces, has been named a 2024 Women MAKE Awards Honoree by the Manufacturing Institute — the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers. This annual national awards program honors women who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers and represent all levels of the manufacturing industry.

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  • DALTON, Ga., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shaw Industries Group Inc.'s ( Shaw ) Fleurette Fitch, senior quality director of soft surfaces, has been named a 2024 Women MAKE Awards Honoree by the Manufacturing Institute — the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers.
  • "The Women MAKE Award is a humbling acknowledgment of the journey I've enjoyed in manufacturing.
  • - Fleurette Fitch, Sr. Quality Director of Soft Surfaces
    "It is such an honor to receive this award from the Manufacturing Institute and to be part of their mission to inspire women to pursue careers in manufacturing," said Fitch.
  • "The Women MAKE Award is a humbling acknowledgment of the journey I've enjoyed in manufacturing.

Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation Board of Directors Announced

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Monday, March 4, 2024
Other Manufacturing, Women, Steel, Engineering, Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Philanthropy, Consumer, Foundation, Shaw Industries, Amazon Web Services, Woman, DEI, Operational excellence, Community engagement, IDEX, STEM, Toyota Motor North America, Growth, Wim, BASF, Leadership Institute, Machine learning, Consultant, Virtual, Global sourcing, Workforce, AFL, Management

The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the election of 21 members to its 2024 Board of Directors, whose terms begin on April 1, 2024.

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  • The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the election of 21 members to its 2024 Board of Directors, whose terms begin on April 1, 2024.
  • “We rely on our board to provide leadership and expertise during an exciting season of growth and innovation within both WiMEF and the manufacturing sector.”
    The 21-member board of directors supports the organization’s work to advance women in the manufacturing workforce.
  • WiMEF is the 501(c)3 partner organization to the Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM), the only national trade association dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women in manufacturing.
  • The WiM Education Foundation (WiMEF) is the 501(c)(3) partner of the Women in Manufacturing® Association, a 26,000-member national and global trade association dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women who have chosen a career in manufacturing.

Rugs USA Announces New Made-to-Order Rugs Program - Custom by Rugs USA

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Partnership, Rug, Shaw Industries, Taste, Pet, Shaw, Individual, Collection, Carpet

CRANBURY, NJ., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rugs USA, the leading e-commerce destination for quality rugs, announces the launch of Custom by Rugs USA™, a new program offering made-to-order custom-sized rugs directly to the consumer. Rugs USA is partnering with Shaw Industries Group, Inc., a worldwide leader in flooring and other surface solutions designed for indoor and outdoor residential and commercial spaces, to offer more than 200 styles from Anderson Tuftex and Shaw Floors—all at an approachable price point.

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  • CRANBURY, NJ., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rugs USA, the leading e-commerce destination for quality rugs, announces the launch of Custom by Rugs USA™, a new program offering made-to-order custom-sized rugs directly to the consumer.
  • With Custom by Rugs USA, our goal is to make custom-sized rugs more accessible, affordable and available faster – delivering on our brand commitment to provide the right rug for every person, every taste, and every space," says Alyssa Steele, CEO of Rugs USA.
  • "Shaw is excited to collaborate with Rugs USA and further enhance the shopping experience through Custom by Rugs USA," said Jon England, senior vice president of residential brands at Shaw.
  • Since its inception 25 years ago, Rugs USA has been a leader in the digital shopping experience for rugs.

BroadRange Logistics Introduces Ultra Flex Warehousing Solutions at Premier Flooring Distributors’ Conference; Appoints Don Finkell as Vice Chairman of Flooring Logistics

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Monday, November 13, 2023
Other Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Shimrit Perkol-Finkel, AHF, Shaw Industries, Growth, National Wood Carvers Association, Warehouse

BroadRange Logistics (BroadRange), a leader in logistics and warehousing solutions, today announced its new customizable and ultra-flexible warehousing solutions for flooring companies at this week’s North American Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) conference in Colorado Springs, Nov. 14-16.

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  • BroadRange Logistics (BroadRange), a leader in logistics and warehousing solutions, today announced its new customizable and ultra-flexible warehousing solutions for flooring companies at this week’s North American Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) conference in Colorado Springs, Nov. 14-16.
  • The company also appointed Don Finkell as the Vice Chairman of Flooring Logistics, a move that reinforces its commitment to excellence and innovation in the warehousing industry for flooring companies.
  • “The flooring industry has been experiencing transition and significant growth in recent years, and with this growth comes increased demand for efficient warehousing and logistics solutions,” said Ari Milstein, CEO of BroadRange.
  • Key highlights of the company’s third-party logistics (3PL) warehousing solutions include:
    Ultra-Flexible Storage Options: BroadRange is best known for offering a range of some of the most flexible storage solutions tailored to the specific needs of flooring companies.

PulteGroup Kicks Off Veterans Day Observance with Built to Honor® Home Dedication

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
Construction & Property, Veterans, Military, Philanthropy, Building Systems, Foundation, Other Philanthropy, Other Construction & Property, Defense, Residential Building & Real Estate, PulteGroup, MVP, Mentorship, NYSE, Builder, Family, Kohler, Face, Shaw Industries, Workforce, Wilsonart, Veteran, Brooks-Scanlon Lumber Company, Coastal Carolina University, PHM, CDW, Sherwin-Williams, Schlage, Fortune Brands Home & Security, Moen, Hospital, Real estate, Pulte, Gerber, Rinnai

This Veterans Day, PulteGroup (NYSE: PHM) is honoring those who have bravely served our country, including the wounded veterans helped through its Built to Honor® program, and the military veterans who work at PulteGroup.

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  • This Veterans Day, PulteGroup (NYSE: PHM) is honoring those who have bravely served our country, including the wounded veterans helped through its Built to Honor® program, and the military veterans who work at PulteGroup.
  • “PulteGroup is immensely proud of its longstanding commitment to veterans,” said Ryan Marshall, President and CEO of PulteGroup.
  • Through Built to Honor, we provide mortgage-free homes, hopefully easing one of the largest challenges that returning veterans often face.
  • For the 200+ veterans in its own workforce, PulteGroup has increased its capabilities to provide career development opportunities and foster connections.

Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation Announces 2023 Class of Hall of Fame Inductees

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Other Education, Human Resources, Consulting, Pharmaceutical, Education, Professional Services, Women, Philanthropy, Other Manufacturing, Foundation, Biotechnology, Consumer, Health, Engineering, Senior, Shaw Industries, Avery Dennison, History, Transparency, Business, Hall, Chairperson, ADM (company), BASF, World Golf Village, Interior design, Management, Nursing, Wim, Fame, Woman

The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the 10 prestigious women leaders who comprise the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.

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  • The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the 10 prestigious women leaders who comprise the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.
  • The Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame honors women who have made outstanding contributions during the course of their established careers in manufacturing.
  • “We are thrilled to announce the 2023 inductees into the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame,” said WiMEF Executive Director Gretchen Moore.
  • The WiM Education Foundation (WiMEF) is the 501(c)(3) partner of Women in Manufacturing® Association, a more than 20,000-member-strong association dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women who have chosen a career in manufacturing.

Northann Corp's Subsidiary, Benchwick LLC, Nominated for the Greenstep 2023 International Award for Its 3D Printing Ecosystem and Ocean-Reclaimed Plastic Blue11 Core Innovation

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
Shaw Industries, 3D, Kahrs, London International Awards, Organization, Mohawk Industries, Ecosystem, Environment, Recycling

This nomination recognizes Benchwick's commitment to sustainable practices and dedication to making a positive impact on the environment through its innovative 3D printing ecosystem and ocean-reclaimed plastic Blue11 Core.

Key Points: 
  • This nomination recognizes Benchwick's commitment to sustainable practices and dedication to making a positive impact on the environment through its innovative 3D printing ecosystem and ocean-reclaimed plastic Blue11 Core.
  • The Greenstep International Award is a renowned accolade that honors businesses and organizations demonstrating exceptional eco-friendly initiatives and innovative solutions for a greener future.
  • Meanwhile, the groundbreaking ocean-reclaimed plastic Blue11 Core helps combat plastic pollution by transforming discarded plastic waste into a valuable, eco-friendly resource.
  • We will keep our investors and shareholders updated as we eagerly await the announcement of the Greenstep 2023 International Award winner.

ReWorx™ Hybrid Flooring Receives Silver 2023 Edison Award

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Heart, Shaw Industries, Life, Marketing, Feedback, PET, Shaw, Thomas Edison, Sustainability, Water, TURN, Environment, Recycling

DALTON, Ga., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shaw Industries Group, Inc. (Shaw) announces that its ReWorx™ hybrid flooring won silver in the post-consumer recycled material category at the 2023 Edison Award event held April 20.

Key Points: 
  • Shaw Industries' PET flooring innovation wins in the award program's post-consumer recycled material category.
  • DALTON, Ga., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shaw Industries Group, Inc. ( Shaw ) announces that its ReWorx™ hybrid flooring won silver in the post-consumer recycled material category at the 2023 Edison Award event held April 20.
  • Now in its 36th year, The Edison Awards™ is an annual competition honoring excellence in new product and service development, marketing, human-centered design, and innovation.
  • ReWorx hybrid flooring is made with 100 percent PET fiber, including a minimum of 20 post-consumer plastic bottles per 12" x 48" plank.

Encina and Shaw Industries Announce Carpet Waste Recycling Partnership

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
Other Energy, Environment, Other Manufacturing, Energy, Engineering, Recycling, Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Plastic, Partnership, Carbon footprint, Shaw Industries, Shaw, Multimedia, Climate change, Red Feather Development Group, Water, Renewable energy

Encina Development Group (“ Encina ” or the “Company”), a producer of ISCC+ circular chemicals from end-of-life plastics, announced a new recycling partnership with Shaw Industries Group, Inc. (“ Shaw ”), a global flooring manufacturer.

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  • Encina Development Group (“ Encina ” or the “Company”), a producer of ISCC+ circular chemicals from end-of-life plastics, announced a new recycling partnership with Shaw Industries Group, Inc. (“ Shaw ”), a global flooring manufacturer.
  • Under the agreement, Shaw will provide Encina with more than 2 million pounds of waste materials from its carpet manufacturing processes annually.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230330005047/en/
    Encina and Shaw Industries announce carpet waste recycling partnership (Photo: Business Wire)
    This effort will reduce Shaw’s greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint while contributing to its long-standing sustainability commitment, which encompasses its Cradle to Cradle® design programs that have been in place for more than 20 years.
  • This partnership with Encina represents yet another significant step forward in our continued efforts to help fuel the circular economy.

Everstream Analytics Leaders Recognized by Supply & Demand Chain Executive for Advancing Supply Chain Innovation and Risk Management

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Technology, Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Other Technology, Software, Other Transport, Intelligence, Demand, Whirlpool, Global Center on Cooperative Security, Data science, Big data, AB InBev, DuPont, Shaw Industries, Supply & Demand Chain Executive, Total Intelligence Solutions, AB, N, Organization, Promate, Risk, Food, Schneider Electric, Artificial intelligence, Supply, Safety, Retail, Unilever

“The Supply & Demand Chain Executive award is a representation of the industry’s best and brightest, a competitive group of thought leaders that have made a lasting imprint on supply chain innovation,” said Julie Gerdeman, CEO of Everstream.

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  • “The Supply & Demand Chain Executive award is a representation of the industry’s best and brightest, a competitive group of thought leaders that have made a lasting imprint on supply chain innovation,” said Julie Gerdeman, CEO of Everstream.
  • Together with Woitzik, this team analyzes supply chain risk, enriching and validating AI-generated alerts and uncovering key trends to allow customers to anticipate and mitigate supply chain disruptions.
  • “This year’s list is filled with supply chain professionals whose achievements and success stories have helped move the needle in the supply chain.
  • They’re actually in the supply chain,” says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics.