WFB EditorsManagementMy Dad Taught Me Work Ethic by Example on the Job SiteDavid Borhi shares how he learned to work hard from his dad, who set an example every day on the job site.November 28, 2017New ProductsDeWalt’s 11-inch job-site fanDeWalt’s 11-inch job-site fan is a battery-powered fan with up to seven hours of runtime. It can also be powered by an AC source. It can be hung from hanging hooks, or mounted by screw or tripod.dewalt.comNovember 27, 2017NewsHorizon Forest Products Donates Hardwood Flooring to HeroHomesNovember 27, 2017NewsOctober Single-Family Home Sales Highest in a DecadeSales of newly built single-family homes in October were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 685,000, a 6.2 percent increase from September’s rate of 645,000 and 18.7 percent above the October 2016 rate of 577,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.November 27, 2017NewsTwo Lawyers Want Lumber Liquidators Settlement RejectedAt least two lawyers have asked for the recent Lumber Liquidators class-action lawsuit settlement to be rejected by the court after they said their clients were left out of the deal, according to Law.com.November 27, 2017NewsBoa-Franc Receives Grand Prix Award for Best Business PracticesNovember 27, 2017NewsProKnee Corp. to Open New Manufacturing FacilityNovember 27, 2017New ProductsMakita’s Auto-Start Wireless SystemMakita’s Auto-Start Wireless System uses Bluetooth technology for wireless power-on/off communication between tools and the vacuum/dust extractor. The Auto-State Wireless System includes a HEPA filter dry dust extractor, miter saw and plunge circular saw, among other tools.makitatools.comNovember 22, 2017NewsLowe’s Appoints Richard Maltsbarger COOLowe’s (Mooresville, N.C.) appointed Richard Maltsbarger COO effective Feb. 3, 2018.November 22, 2017NewsExisting-Home Sales Up 2 Percent in OctoberExisting-home sales in October were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.48 million, a 2 percent increase compared with September’s rate of 5.37 million but 0.9 percent below October 2016’s rate of 5.53 million, according to the National Association of Realtors.November 22, 2017Previous PagePage 341 of 982Next PageTop StoriesRetailThriving Through Innovation: See the Winners of the 2025 WFB Outstanding Retailer AwardsFrom reimagined showrooms and mobile studios to thoughtful mentorship, employee empowerment and social media marketing, these WFB Outstanding Retailers are proving that personalized service is key to long-term success.TechniquesUseful Advice When Dealing With Pine FlooringContractingHow I Do These Jobs: Refinishing DecksNewsRecognizing Wood Floor Contractors: Enter the 2025 Ultimate Wood Floor Guy/Gal ContestSponsor ContentMeet the MFMA: Setting the Gold Standard in Sports Flooring
