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| Date | 1/19/2009 9:35:13 AM |
| Written By | LGM & Associates Technical Flooring Services |
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| Abstract | Preverco, a leading manufacturer of high-end, Canadian hardwood flooring, announces the company’s Green Policy... |
| Article | Preverco, a leading manufacturer of high-end, Canadian hardwood flooring, announces the company’s Green Policy. Recognizing the importance and responsibility of doing their part to help protect the environment and conserve the Earth’s natural resources, Preverco has set forth guidelines to reduce the company's environmental impact and ensure that the company’s activities and products are environmentally sound, from the earliest stages of product design through manufacturing, use and recycling. Additionally, Preverco is currently under audit to become an FSC certified manufacturer by the end of 2008. Although hardwood floors are by definition greener than any other floor covering, the objective of Preverco’s Green Policy is to further attain a high level of environmentally-friendly products, services and corporate activities. Last year, the company invested $10 million in a new, greener manufacturing facility to improve production efficiency. To further reinforce the company’s commitment to the environment, three comprehensive guidelines for how the company will accomplish this are presented in detail on Preverco’s website- www.preverco.com. The first guideline states, “Our efforts are pursued throughout all corporate activities.” Preverco will purchase environmentally-preferred products, as well as goods and services that promote environmental sustainability and have reduced effects on the environment, compared with competing products. The second guideline states, “Our efforts are pursued throughout the entire product life cycle.” Beginning with the product phase, Preverco will be mindful of the quantity of raw materials, the type of materials and ease of recycling of these materials, as well as the energy consumption required for manufacturing and use. Preverco also encourages environmentally responsible tree harvesting, working with companies that emphasize selective cutting and reforestation. Additionally, Preverco will promote green packaging, as well as energy reduction and greenhouse emission reduction. Of the wood purchased, 99.9% is used in one way or another; it is manufactured into hardwood flooring, is burned in kilns or is utilized in various industries. Lastly, the third guideline states, “We give overall consideration to economic and social implications.” As the future depends on what we do today, Preverco vows to use materials wisely and without waste. About Preverco Founded in 1988 in Quebec, Canada, Preverco is an industry leading manufacturer of high-end hardwood flooring, offering the widest variety of species, colors, widths and grades, as well as the highest-quality finishes available. Preverco also offers a quality warranty for its superior products, as well as floor maintenance products to protect customers’ investments. Its reputation for excellent customer service, continuous quality and dependable delivery is impeccable in the industry. For more information about Preverco’s complete line of hardwood floors, contact Preverco at 1-866-890-WOOD or visit its Web site at www.preverco.com. |