environmental standards. Many EcoLogo-certified products contain a balance of virgin and recycled fibers, resulting in improved quality and perfor-mance. This means less paper waste and less cost for your business. The EcoLogo Program is a Type I ecolabel, as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This means that the program compares products and ser-vices with others in the same category, develops rigorous and scientifically relevant criteria that reflect the entire lifecycle of the product and awards the EcoLogo to those that are verified by an independent third-party as complying with the criteria. For more information, visit www.EcoLogo.org. ■ Green Seal Green Seal Inc. is an independent non-profit organization that develops lifecycle-based sustainability standards and offers third-party certification for those that meet the requirements in the standard. Green Seal has been actively identifying and promoting sus-tainability in the marketplace and helping companies become greener since 1989. Green Seal certification ensures that a product meets rigor-ous, science-based leadership standards, giving manufactur-ers the assurance to back up their claims and purchasers the confidence that certified products are better for human health and the environment. Green Seal operates under ISO’s international guidelines for environmental labeling programs, ISO 14020 and ISO 14024. Green Seal is also a founding member of the Global Ecolabeling Network, which has criteria for membership. Green Seal standards have been recognized and used by the federal government, many state governments and other impor-tant entities. For more information, visit www.GreenSeal.org. ■ Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Even if you’re not employed by the federal government, you may want to look for guidance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and its Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP) program. The program’s website offers information about popular envi-ronmentally preferable products and services, including envi-ronmental attributes to look for, procurement guidance, tools, case studies and other useful resources. Numerous guides are available on a range of topics, such as “Sorting Out Green Advertising Claims,” “Integrating Green Purchasing into Your Environmental Management System” and “Buying Green Online.” The site also offers a database of environmental information for products and services and a tool to facilitate the purchase of products and services with reduced environmental impact. For more information, visit www.EPA.gov/epp. Keep these green labeling options in mind when deciding which products to purchase for your business or facility. And, remember that the steps you take today will help make the world more sustainable for future generations. CM Choose 1 Product with 9 Uses! 1. Cleans 2. Degreases 3. Disinfects against viruses in 30 seconds 4. Disinfects against bacteria in 45 seconds 5. Sanitizes in 10 seconds 6. Kills fungus in 3 minutes 7. Deodorizes 8. Controls mold & mildew 9. Removes stains For more information, visit our website at www.spraynine.com Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/spraynine Spray Nine is a TM of Illinois Tool Works Inc. Copyright © 2012. Permatex, an ITW company. All rights reserved. 1201-005 Product Information no. 215 on page 24 www.cmmonline.com 37
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