The HON Co. said it will close its manufacturing facility in Florence, AL, by the end of 2014, resulting in the layoff of 190 workers. The office furniture company made the announcement May 8.

Contract furniture giant HNI Corp. recorded $510.7 million sales for the second quarter, a 6.3 percent increase from the prior year period. Net income for HNI (NYSE: HNI) grew 63 percent from the prior year quarter, to $11.4 million.