Environmental Certifications
Environmental Certifications
We comply with – and exceed – many applicable environmental laws, regulations and obligations. Our efforts are validated by the certifications and actions below. For more details, please see our sustainability section.
Overall Sustainability
ISO 14001 – Environmental Management System (EMS)
We operate in accordance with the world’s most recognized EMS certification. It provides a framework to measure and continually advance sustainable operations.
EcoVadis Gold Sustainability Rating
The world’s largest sustainability auditor recently awarded us a 100% on its environmental scorecard. We also rank in the top 2% of all global furniture manufacturers for how we integrate sustainability and corporate social responsibility principles.
Materials Safety
All Smith System products meet the certifications and compliances below, unless otherwise stated.
GreenGuard™ Gold Certification
We meet UL 2818 – 2013 Gold Standard for Chemical Emissions for Building Materials, Finishes and Furnishings.
CA 01350 Compliance
This is one of the most widely used standards to evaluate building and interior products for low chemical emissions.
CREL Compliance
Chronic Reference Exposure Level (CREL) is a standard for emissions in the carpet and rug industry.
LEED Contributions
Smith System products contribute to LEED points through sustainable material use and low emissions.
BIFMA Standards
We test our products against the applicable Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) standards through ISO 17025-accredited labs.
Flammability Standards
Our upholstered furniture complies with CA TB 117-2013 standards, with options ranging from Class A to Class C flammability ratings.
ISO 14001 Certification: Proposition 65 Compliance
Chrome-plated parts in our applicable products do not require a California Proposition 65 warning for hexavalent chromium.
Questions?
If you have questions about any of our certifications, please contact us or your Smith System dealer.
