May 26, 2006—Haworth has announced that its TecCrete and Nexus access floors have achieved SCS (Scientific Certification Systems) Indoor Advantage GOLD certification for indoor air quality, the only access floors to be certified as low-emitting products, according to the company. The certification was awarded after a rigorous evaluation process that examined the emissions of the floors materials and assemblies.
Indoor Advantage certification is administered by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), an internationally recognized third-party certifier and standards development organization that certifies products spanning a variety of industry sectors, including agricultural production, forestry, fisheries, energy, consumer products, manufacturing and retailing, and the home improvement and construction sectors.
The SCS Indoor Advantage certification relies on data collected through small chamber testing, which allows manufacturers to examine the individual component materials of a product.
Haworth Inc. is a global leader in the design and manufacture of adaptable workspaces, including raised floors, moveable walls, systems furniture, seating, storage and wood casegoods. For more on the company, visit its Web site.
