Carpet
Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Carpet articles below.
Carpet America Recovery Effort Releases 2019 Annual Report
Progress was made in carpet recycling rates and technological advances.
Shaw Contract’s Regenerative Design
Living Systems is a line of Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver 9" x 36" carpet tiles.
Four Carpet Maintenance Best Practices
By implementing a multi-pronged approach with the right equipment and chemistry, facility managers can easily tackle carpet maintenance in any facility. Plus, an infographic on how to sanitize your carpet during an outbreak.
Interface Report Highlights 25 Years Of Sustainability Initiatives
The global flooring company has announced Mission Zero success, and commits to next initiative, Climate Take Back.
Is Noise A Problem In The Office Space You Manage?
A just released study from Interface helps inform facility managers on the importance of acoustical solutions for the current and future workforce.
2019 Solutions For FM: Connectrac Solves Cable Management For Flexible Facilities
The 2.7 Under-carpet Wireway from Connectrac is a floor-based cable management system to eliminate the need for core drilling, trenching, or power poles. The company's CEO, Clint Strong, elaborates on its capabilities.
CARE Names 2017 Person, Recycler of the Year
Mike Tinney and CarpetCycle accepted their awards at the Carpet America Recovery Effort's 16th annual conference in Orlando, FL.
INVISTA, Starnet Reveal 2018 Antron Performance Awards Winners
First Place was awarded to Master Craft Floors, Inc. for its design of the Detroit Metropolitan Airport.
J+J Form + Finish Flooring Products
The Form + Finish Collection is a line of six flooring products that include texture, luster, pattern, and dimension.
Facility Executive | June 2017 Issue
The June 2017 issue features the impact of workplace design on productivity, plus a
look at conferencing technology, HVAC systems, sustainable carpet, security, acoustics, construction projects, and energy management.
Maintaining Sustainable Carpet
A number of maintenance considerations should be factored in when choosing the right sustainable carpet.
Carpet Recycling Took A Hit in 2016
CARE diverted more than 488 million pounds of carpet from U.S. landfills in 2016, down nearly 6% from 2015
EPA Adds Green Label Plus Program To Buying Guidelines
The EPA’s recommendations, which guide U.S. government procurement practices, now include The Carpet and Rug Institute’s GLP certification program.
Federal Facilities Embrace Several NSF Sustainability Standards
EPA Recommendations of Specifications, Standards, and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing include NSF standards in several facility interiors product categories.
Fluorine-free DuraTech Soil Resistance Formula By Antron
The new, advanced DuraTech® is made with a fluorine-free topical soil resistance formula that meets the Antron® brand’s certification testing process.
SIF Partners With Tuntex Carpet
Summit International Flooring will bring Tuntex Carpet’s dedication to sustainability and green products, along with a plethora of designs, to the U.S. market.
Carpet Recycling Recognized By CARE
Since 2002, CARE and its members have diverted more than four billion pounds of carpet from landfills in the United States.
Choosing Carpet And Flooring That Meets Demand
Procurement standards help to maximize effective product selection and installation.
Facility Executive | March / April 2016 Issue
This issue looks at smart lighting trends, how to choose carpet and flooring, physical security planning, and energy efficiency for data centers. Plus, wellness and water conservation.
Services & Maintenance: Carpet Care Procedures
ANSI/IICRC S100, a standard for cleaning textile floor coverings, has been recently revised.
FRIDAY FUNNY: Getting Directions From The Floor
LED light transmissive carpets to provide information, direction, inspiration, and safety in offices, hotels, and public buildings.
Tricks Of The Trade: Sub-Carpet Discoveries
Getting a concrete subfloor cleaned up enough for reuse requires the advice of Tricks Columnist Kevin Folsom. From the August 2013 issue.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Compact Air Movers from Sanitaire
Featuring compact, lightweight design, three new models from Sanitaire expedite the drying of carpet and floors.
Services & Maintenance: Extending Carpet Life
Honing in on specifics, including materials and traffic patterns, maximizes maintenance impact. From the June 2013 issue.
Special Feature: Zeftron Nylon Business Leader Timothy Blount
This special feature salutes the 20 year relationship between Zeftron®, fms, and TFM.
Made In The USA Awards
On this 4th of July, read about a group of companies recognized for their products made in the United States.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Sentir Odor Blocker from J+J/Invision
This is an odor blocking technology applied to broadloom and modular commercial carpet.
New Service Spotlight: Antron® Brand Life Cycle Impact Calculator From INVISTA
An online resource provides real world examples of how facility managers can make a difference on energy and greenhouse gas emissions.
CA Carpet Law Intended To Boost Recycling
Beginning July 1, a $.05 per square yard stewardship assessment is being added to the sale of all carpet sold or shipped into California.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Surface Reaction From Patcraft
This carpet collection is Cradle to Cradle certified and can help to earn LEED points.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Tile And Carpet Cleaning By Cintas
Launched in 44 major markets across North America, the service uses a patent pending, high pressure steam system.
Carpet Innovators Partner To Create Filler From Waste
The partnership between Mohawk Industries and Polar Materials, Inc. will result in a carpet backing filler created from recycled carpet waste—advancing post-consumer recycling efforts and reducing the amount of carpet waste sent to the landfill every year.
InterfaceFLOR Earns NSF/ANSI Certification
NSF International has announced that InterfaceFLOR has received certification to NSF/ANSI 140: Sustainable Carpet for both its GlasBac and GlasBac RE products.
Green Power Purchase Recognition
Carpet manufacturer Beaulieu Commercial was recently honored with a 2009 Green Power Leadership Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
NSF 140 Guidance Manual Published
The guidebook is designed to make it easier to use NSF 140 and to establish consistency in the data collection and documentation required for certification.
Services & Maintenance: Carpet 101
New approaches clear the air for procurement, maintenance, and disposal.
