NewslineVolume VIII, Issue 14 - November 16, 2007
The Carpet and Rug Institute news for industry executives
In This Issue: New Pair of Solutions Earn SOA Designation
One of the new SOA products is a pre-sprays, while the other qualified in the in-tank solution category bringing the total of approved products to 150 in the solution portion of the SOA program. Claire Green Heavy Duty Carpet Pre-spray 307 and Claire Green Carpet Extraction Cleaner 308 each passed a battery of tests to earn certification in the respective programs. Both products are manufactured by Claire Manufacturing, headquartered in Addison, IL. Each product passed a series of stringent tests performed by an independent laboratory in order to make the list of cleaning solutions. The tests for spot removers, pre-sprays and in-tank solutions include protocols for efficacy (removing stains), resoiling (whether the product attracts soil at an accelerated rate), pH (excessively acid or alkaline products can affect dyes and fibers), optical brighteners (can adversely affect color, appearance and performance) and colorfastness to light (residues on pile yarn can accelerate color change). Contact Carroll Turner at 706.428-2106. See a list of SOA Approved Solutions Nilfisk-Advance Has 11th Extractor Certified Under SOA
Nilfisk-Advance is headquartered in Plymouth, MN and the Advance Adphibian is listed as a self-contained machine earning certification at the bronze level, assuring customers that it removes stains and soil from carpet without damaging the carpet pile or causing resoiling problems. Each of these units can now assure customers that their extractors removes stains and soil from carpet without damaging the carpet pile or causing resoiling problems at the highest of levels. The CRI Seal of Approval program tests the effectiveness of carpet cleaning equipment and certifies deep cleaning extractors that effectively remove soil without damage to the carpet. Not all extractors are good enough to earn this distinction; the blue and green seal helps customers recognize they are buying quality products. An independent laboratory administers the CRI Seal of Approval testing for extractors. To quality for the Seal, extractors must meet stringent standards in all three-test categories:
In addition, soil removal efficiency is rated on three levels. Extractors that exceed average soil removal receive a Bronze Seal rating. Those achieving higher soil removal receive a Silver rating and those receiving the highest level of measurable soil removal are awarded a Gold level Seal of Approval. A total of 72 extractors have earned SOA certification. Contact Carroll Turner at 706.428-2106. See a List of SOA Approved Extractors CRI Annual Meeting A Hit
The meeting followed a CRI Board of Directors meeting that saw the new CRI Board nominated and elected at the annual meeting. The new board includes: Chairman Vance Bell (Shaw Industries); Vice Chairman Ralph Boe (Beaulieu Group); Jeff Lorberbaum (Mohawk Industries); John Well (Interface Americas); Russell Grizzle (Milliken & Co.); Dan Frierson (Dixie Group); Scott Lowrie (Dow Chemical); Dan Stone (Invista); Chip Howalt (Textile Rubber); Glen Hussmann (Tandus); Jim Bethel (J&J Industries); Jack Ganley (Mannington); Mike Gallman (Blue Ridge Carpets); and Bob Weiner (Constantine). Mohawk's Frank Boykin will serve as the new treasurer. Among those honored for their service to CRI and its committee structure were Carl Bouckaert, Gary Lanser, Dr. Howard Elder, Frank Endrenyi and Gerald Embry. Tandus' Paul Evans was also honored with the Joseph J. Smrekar Award for his exemplary service to the industry and to the CRI. If you would like to order a copy of Braun's presentation in DVD format, please contact James Beach. Contact James Beach at 706.428-2116. GreenBuild Expo Attended By CRI and CARE
CRI and Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) shared a booth at the event and also teamed at a press conference to announce the new NSF 140-2007, Sustainable Carpet Assessment Standard Contact Bob Peoples at 706.428-2115. CRI Has Visibility at Government EventsCRI's Jenn Mendez traveled to Philadelphia recently to participate in the Democratic Governor's Association (DGA) Fall Forum on Innovation. She presented information on the Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE). She talked about the recycling of post-consumer carpet, the types of products created using recycled carpet as well as the job creation as a result of the entrepreneurs investing in the CARE program. The presentation was very well received. Governor Edward Rendell (PA), who was moderating the panel, praised her discussion. Governor Kathleen Sebelius (KS) and Governor Brian Schweitzer (MT) asked during the panel to follow-up with her regarding their state's M.O.U as well as for additional CRI information. Mendez also participated in a first-of-its kind meeting. The National Academies of Science hosted a conference to work toward helping scientists and public policy makers work together. The convocation, entitled "State Science and Technology Policy Advice: Issues, Assets and Opportunities" was held on the University of California-Irvine Campus. The conference is the first step toward bridging the gap between science and the formation of good public policy. Contact Jenn Mendez at 703.875-0634. CRI and The Council of State Governments (CSG)Jennifer Mendez of CRI was recently appointed to the Associates Steering Committee at Council of State Governments (CSG). The Committee is responsible for the recruitment, retention and involvement of private sector members to the organization. Ms. Mendez also sits on the Environment Committee at CSG. Members of the Environment Committee are also appointed. The Environment Committee works on suggested state legislation that may be recommended for adoption in states. The Committee is comprised of 25% private sector membership and 75% public sector membership. Contact Jenn Mendez at 703.875-0634. CRI Meetings
* VOC Issues Management Team, November 29, 12:00 - 2:00 pm CRI Participation in Upcoming Events* Floorscapes Convention, November 29-December 2, Phoenix, AZ If you are aware of other events that present significant opportunities to deliver our messages to our critical audiences, please contact James Beach at 706.428-2116. Check our website calendar for other industry related events
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Almost 250 people attended the recent CRI Annual Meeting at the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center where they heard CRI President Werner Braun give his annual state of the CRI presentation.
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