New wood floor in Dellmensingen Castle preserves historical charm
Würzburg, September 2024 – During extensive renovation work at Dellmensingen Castle, part of the floor had to be replaced. Thanks to a partially preserved cassette, it was possible to recreate the original panelled wood flooring, even though only the substructure remained. In the end, the combination of craftsmanship and high quality materials allowed the historic charm of the castle to be preserved in a modern way.

Bjelin introduces a durable herringbone floor empowered by patented technologies, offering a modern take on a timeless classic. Woodura Herringbone 2.0 showcases larger panels, delivering three times the strength of traditional wood options, and is effortlessly installed with click technology.

Bjelin is excited to reveal its latest products at The Flooring Show in Harrogate from September 15th to 17th, 2024. A new, more durable, high-tech herringbone collection, Woodura Herringbone 2.0, will be showcased at the UK's largest flooring event.

Bjelin will show its latest flooring range at Finland’s leading design event, Habitare, on 11-15 September 2024. A new and innovative herringbone floor will be on display alongside the company’s exceptionally durable Woodura Planks 3.0.

Bjelin has significantly expanded its US team from ten to 25 members over the past year in response to increased demand for the company’s innovative flooring products. This growth has brought several seasoned professionals into the successful team, offering a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives.

DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2024 brought the worldwide flooring community together in China for the 26th time from May 28th to 30th at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC). The post show report of the event is now available for download here (https://www.domotexasiachinafloor.com/yulan.shtml?ID=45).

Bjelin’s parent company, Pervanovo Invest AB, is involved in the BIOBUILD project, with the aim to provide thermal solutions for energy-efficient buildings using fully bio-based building materials.

Ed Bass becomes CEO of the joint venture "NSP PANELS AND MORE LLC" (Commerce, Georgia, USA). The founding members, Franz Neuhofer, Owner and Managing Director of FN Neuhofer, Marco Seitner, Owner and Director of the Board of SELIT North America Inc., and David Pritchard, Owner and President of Pak-Lite Inc., are pleased to announce this appointment.

i4F succesfully obtains payment from Chuzhou Jingtian for unpaid royalties following Court ruling

- Chuzhou Intermediate People’s Court rules in favor of i4F
- Court temporarily froze various Chuzhou Jingtian’s assets; ordered to pay i4F
- i4F continues compliance actions for the protection of its technologies and to recover unpaid royalties

PLASTOR reinvents itself to showcase wood and the talent of professionals Plastor, a specialist in the formulation and manufacture of wood finishes since 1957, today reaffirms its raison to be, expertise and commitments.

Our OPERA range of base kits, made from gesso-coated Merkusii Pine, bring undeniable elegance and charm to your interiors. They underline the architectural beauty of living spaces by combining aesthetics and functionality.

Voka West-Flanders Celebrates Its Sustainable Companies
IZEGEM - Voka West-Flanders and POM West-Flanders proudly awarded the Voka Charter for Sustainable Entrepreneurship (VCDO) annual certificates to 51 companies that have successfully integrated sustainability into their core activities. The ceremony took place on Tuesday, June 25, at De Leest in Izegem.

Välinge announces that it has entered into an agreement with i4F relating to the use of US “SPC” trademark based on their legal proceedings against the previous trademark owner, Mr. Dan Mitchell. This agreement resolves the issues regarding “SPC” branded products in the US market, ensuring freedom to operate for Välinge licensees and their partners.

- i4F acquires “SPC” trademark rights
- All current "SPC" trademark US customs actions lifted
- No longer necessary to cover "SPC” name on product packaging on US product imports

Brussels, 18 June 2024 – The Annual General Assembly of the Multilayer Modular Flooring Association (MMFA) has elected its Board of Directors for the 2024-2026 term. Jan Dossche (USFloors International) was re-elected for a second two-year term as President, while Sebastian Wendel (Classen) will return as a Director. The Board also welcomes Pieter Wilmots (Unilin) as a new Board member, after Carl Ruland (Novalis) decided not to run again. Michael Strack from PKF WMS GmbH & Co. KG. was appointed as auditor.