Furniture production exodus gains steam
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Furniture Brands International's laying off of 1000 workers and cut in factory space are more signs of the United States furniture manufacturing market's shift to Asia.
Publisher: Reed Business Information, Inc. (US)
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2001
Asia, Statistical Data Included, Furniture Brands International Inc., ISS
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2001
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Century trims work force
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Century Furniture has laid off 13 employees as part of an effort to reduce costs. The company, a high-end furniture maker, hopes to lower costs by $1 million.
Publisher: Reed Business Information, Inc. (US)
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2001
Century Furniture Co.
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2001
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Soft sales cause cuts at factories
Article Abstract:
Furniture manufacturers announce layoffs and plant closings after Montgomery Ward decides to cease operations.
Publisher: Reed Business Information, Inc. (US)
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2001
Department Stores, Montgomery Ward and Company Inc.
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2001
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