NewslineVolume XI, Issue 4 - March 6, 2009
The Carpet and Rug Institute news for industry executives
In This Issue: Seal of Approval Family Continues to Grow
Nilodor Inc., of Bolivar, Ohio has received certification for its Oxy-Force Concentrate Spot Remover. This marks the third SOA-approved solution for the company. 3M Building and Commercial Services Division of London, Ontario, Canada has earned approval for its Scotchgard Pretreatment Cleaner Intermediate No 28L Pre-spray. The Oreck Manufacturing Company of Cookeville, Tennessee has added a new member to their roster of SOA-approved vacuums - the Oreck Halo 100. Congratulations to our new SOA products! The SOA designation certifies that the product has passed a series of stringent tests performed by an independent laboratory. 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). To earn the CRI Seal of Approval/Green Label certification, vacuums must pass independent laboratory tests for soil removal, dust retention, and carpet fiber protection. Contact Pat Jennings at 706.428-2123. See a list of SOA-Certified Cleaning Solutions Historic Rug Donated to CRIThe family of the late Robert Saunders has presented CRI on behalf of the carpet industry a rug commissioned in 1951 by the Alexander Smith & Sons Carpet Company. The rug, titled "Mimosa," was designed by internationally renowned artist, Henri Matisse. The piece is a textile art work in which the resources of modern industry enhance the visual statement of an exceptional artist. At the time of its creation, Matisse said of the rug, "I want to recapture the freshness of vision which is characteristic of extreme youth; when all the world is new."
Robert Saunders, 91, passed away in Charleston, S.C. on Dec. 24, 2008. Saunders had a long career in the flooring industry starting with Mohawk Industries prior to World War II. After serving in the war, Saunders resumed his career with Mohawk and served as president of two Mohawk Industries' subsidiaries in the 1950s. According to Mac Ryland, a long-time business associate, Saunders built the first large Southern carpet mills for Mohawk - the Dixiana Mills in Dillon, S.C. and the Oak River plant in Bennettsville, S.C. Robert Saunders retired in 1982 as vice-president with the Atlanta office of Kurt Salmon Associates, an international consultancy for retail and healthcare facilities. Mr. Saunders is remembered for his integrity and attention to detail during a career of over 40 years of service to the carpet industry. Contact Louise Dobbs at 706.428-2104. Vermont Pulls Negative Carpet Content from State-Sponsored WebsiteAt the urging of CRI Government Relations Manager Jennifer Mendez, Dr. Wendy Davis, Vermont Commissioner of Health has removed incorrect information about carpet and indoor air quality from a section of the state-sponsored Department of Health website. The sharply negative information on the site came to the attention of CRI President Werner Braun when a CRI member sent him a link to the site. Ms. Mendez followed up with Dr. Davis' office, and promptly received a call from Vermont State Toxicologist, Dr. Bill Bress, who agreed to remove the incorrect and inflammatory information from the site. Following the conclusion of Vermont's legislative session at the end of April, Ms. Mendez will travel to Vermont to work with Dr. Bress' office to get the appropriate information regarding carpet and indoor air quality onto their website. Contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. CRI Participates in IEHA EventCRI participated in the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) 2nd Annual Integrated Cleaning and Measurement Symposium recently. CRI Marketing Director James Beach was one of the featured speakers at the event held in Las Vegas and spoke on CRI's role in Integrated Cleaning Sciences. Mr. Beach gave the attendees an overview of all CRI's signature programs with a focus on the Seal of Approval testing program. The ICM Program is a path to an emerging skill set centered around measuring the impacts of cleaning-from appearance, to productivity, to public health, and beyond. IEHA is committed to industry transformation by making a difference in the lives of cleaning professionals, including nearly 4,000 members. Contact James Beach at 706.428-2116. Time to Register for 7th Annual CARE Conference
Shaw Industries is providing scholarships to CARE's 7th Annual Conference in Lansdowne, VA. for the Entrepreneur Community as their CARE Conference Sponsorship. The scholarships will be awarded based on the
If you have not received a 2008 CARE Annual Survey, please contact Jeremy Stroop at 706.428-2172. Contact Jeremy Stroop at 706.428-2127. Register for the CARE Conference CARE Conference Seeking ArticlesCARE is currently accepting applications for papers to present at our upcoming Annual Meeting in May 2009. Topics include: industry trends and insights, new technologies, plastic industry opportunities, economic outlook, new products, and collector network insights. CARE is also looking for products that contain post-consumer carpet. In an effort to promote products that contain post-consumer carpet, CARE is hosting a special session dedicated to these products and will put together an exhibit of selected products for display. Contact Jeremy Stroop at 706.428-2127. Don't Miss Out! CRI West Meeting is ApproachingIt is time to register for the 2009 CRI West Annual Meeting to be held on April 14, 2009 at the Marriott Irvine in Irvine, CA. Breakfast will begin at 7:30 am PT and the meeting will be from 8:00 - 11:00 am PT. There is no cost to attend. The invitation is extended to CRI members, non-members, governmental, educational, suppliers, the media, marketing, technical, etc. This is a great meeting for all sales personnel to attend in the west or elsewhere. Everyone will make their own hotel reservations. For information or to RSVP please contact Linda Harrington at 706.428-2110. CRI Meetings
* Market Issues Committee, March 9, 12:00 - 2:00 pm CRI Participation in Upcoming Events* American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology, March 13-17, Washington, DC If you are aware of other events that present significant opportunities to deliver our messages to our critical audiences, please contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. Check our website calendar for other industry related events |
 |
|
|
