Oostrozebeke, Belgium-based Berry Group has acquired from Valinge Aluminum AB a major interest in Norske Skog Flooring, the manufacturer of Alloc glueless laminate flooring. Valinge, which invented and patented the mechanical locking system used in Alloc, retains a minority ownership interest in the company.

In addition, Norske Skog Flooring (USA) will be renamed Alloc to leverage consumer recognition of the Alloc laminate floor product. With its acquisition, the Bery Group expects to produce 15% of the world’s laminate flooring.