HNI is the second-largest office furniture manufacturer in North America, and the nation's leading manufacturer of gas- and wood-burning fireplaces. HNI includes HON, Allsteel, Gunlocke, Paoli and Heatilator.
Announcing results for first-quarter fiscal 2005, Stan A. Askren, CEO, said, "We anticipate the office furniture and hearth products markets will continue to grow. We believe our operating philosophy of pursuing multiple and distinct market segments with separate, focused companies, business models, brands and products will result in solid market performance."
The company remains focused on creating long-term shareholder value by growing its business through investment and building brands and product solutions.