By Andy posted October 23, 2011 | Views: 1651
LOS ANGELES (Oct. 17, 2011) – As part of its effort to increase the use of recycled content and reduce energy use, Samsung recently received an upgraded Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) certification on 21 Staron® Solid Surfaces and five Radianz™ Quartz Recycled Content products. In addition to the newly certified products, SCS certification was renewed on several Staron and Radianz Recycled Content colors.
Along with the SCS certification, Samsung has also been accredited GREENGUARD Level 3 certification, meaning all Staron Solid Surfaces, Tempest and Radianz Quartz products are certified to be low-emitting materials that lead to better air quality indoors. Samsung products also qualify for the Children and Schools GREENGUARD certification, suitable for use in environments where children and others work, play or reside.
“We pride ourselves on our commitment to reducing energy consumption while at the same time creating low-emitting products that improve the air quality in homes and places of work,” said Dale Mandell, Samsung’s surfacing division’s North America sales director. “Our aim in using pre-consumer recycled content in our products is to surpass both SCS and GREENGUARD criteria, providing another advantage for commercial and residential work partnerships.”
Products certified by SCS as containing recycled materials can help meet the criteria for LEED®MR 4 as specified by the U.S. Green Building Council. Architects and designers who specify building components for LEED projects prefer third-party certified products such as Samsung Staron and Radianz Quartz surfaces.
About SCS
SCS is a global leader in independent certification of environmental, sustainability, food quality and food purity claims. For more than two decades, SCS has developed internationally recognized standards and certification programs aimed at spurring the highest level of environmental improvements, social accountability and product performance. SCS programs span a wide cross-section of the economy, recognizing accomplishment in agricultural production, food procession and handling, forestry, fisheries, flowers and plants, energy, green building, consumer and business product manufacturing and corporate social responsibility. For more information of a list of certified products, please visit http://www.SCScertified.com.
About GREENGUARD
The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute, part of the UL Global Network, aims to protect human health and enhance quality of life by improving indoor air quality and reducing chemical exposure. As an ISO-IEC Guide 65:1996 accredited, third-party organization, the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute certifies products and materials for low chemical emissions and serves as a resource for choosing healthier products and materials for indoor environments. All certified products must meet stringent chemical emissions standards based on established criteria from key public health agencies. GREENGUARD Certification is broadly recognized and accepted by sustainable building programs and building codes worldwide. For more information and a complete listing of certified products, visit http://www.greenguard.org.
About Samsung Surfaces
Samsung offers three great surfacing options – high-performance Staron Solid Surfaces, luxurious Radianz Quartz and the versatile Staron Tempest. All combine natural beauty with design sensibility to offer a variety of colors and patterns. Durable, stain-resistant and hygienic, these surfaces make the design and selection process easy. For more information, visit www.Staron.com