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Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods BTW Industries (Better Than Wood) Bob Lehrman
Hollywood, FL 33021
954-962-2100
http://www.recycledplastic.com
BTW Industries (Better Than Wood) take post consumer plastics and turn them into recycled plastic lumber, benches, picnic tables, decks, walkways, car stops, waste receptacles, and fencing.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings Ross Leonard, General Manager, Corporate Business
Dalton, GA 30721
800-248-2878
http://www.powerbond.com
Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings specializes in manufacturing high-performance carpet tiles and 6 foot roll goods for commercial markets. Collins & Aikman's total marketing strategy centers around unsurpassed performance, service and environmental commitment. In addition to superior performance, Collins & Aikman flooring systems are noted for superb style and design features.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Crystal Domes International Dan Luxan
Oviedo, FL 32765
407-349-1028
Crustal Domes offers a new advanced eco-healthy futuristic hi-lo tech self-sufficient sustainable dome building for eco-health resorts, cottage industry and communities.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Evergreen Nylon Recycling Dan Harkness
706-849-6405
Evergreen Nylon Recycling, llc (ENR) is a 50/50 joint venture between AlliedSignal's Polymer Division and DSM Chemicals North America. They are building a plant in Augusta to process 250 million pounds per year of waste nylon 6 carpet. They will produce about 100 million pounds per year of caprolactam, the monomer for nylon 6 and about 150 million pounds per year of Co-Product. In the USA, nylon 6 yarn is produced by AlliedSignal, BASF, and other carpet makers. The nylon face of the carpet represents less than 45% of the weight the carpet; the backing about 55% +. The backing consists of calcium carbonate, latex, and polypropylene. The Co-Product is a solid flake material consisting of the materials in the carpet backing. After January 1, 2000, the Co-Product will be shipped to a cement manufacturer who will burn the material in a lime kiln (mixed in with his regular feed stock) to produce cement. The entire waste carpet feed is recycled to usable products. The caprolactam will be polymerized into nylon 6 chips for reuse and the backing will be used to make cement, removing 250 million pounds of material from landfills annually.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Georgia Institute of Technology, Environmentally Conscious Design and Manufacturing Tom Graver
Atlanta, GA 30332-0560
404-894-5676
Environmentally Conscious Design and Manufacturing (ECDC) is a division of Georgia Tech's manufacturing research center.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Hi-Rise Family of Companies James Wood
Miami, FL 33014
305-624-9222/800-231-3888
http://www.hiri.com
The Hi-Rise Recycling System family of companies provide solid waste management equipment for all types of facilities. Wilkinson Company, Inc. manufactures garbage and linen chutes, compactors and containers. They offer solid waste planning services for buildings and manufactures recycling equipment. Residence halls are a specialty and references are available. Sorbant Environmental produces products that help facilities manage storm water. Hi-Rise Companies can work with developers and architects to design environmental systems for all types of facilities.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Home Depot Kimberly Woodbury
Atlanta, GA 30339-4024
770-433-8211, x 15871
The Home Depot offers many alternative products that provide environmental choices for consumers. The Home Depot awarded more than $750,000 in grants to nearly 60 environmental non-profit organizations in 1999, to aid in the study of a variety of environmental issues. The company's focus areas include forestry and ecology, sustainable and green building practices, clean-up and recycling, lead poisoning prevention and consumer education. Past grant recipients include the World Wildlife Fund, World Resources Institute, Keep America Beautiful, Conservation International and Reforest the Tropics. The Home Depot has received numerous awards for environmental excellence, including the President's Council for Sustainable Development Award (1996), Vision for America award from Keep America Beautiful (1997), an "A" rating for environmental programs for the Council on Economic Priorities' Corporate Report Card (1998). By the end of 2002, Home Depot plans to stop selling wood from endangered areas including certain lauan, redwood and cedar products, and give preference to 'certified' wood.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Hymmen EcoBoard Technologies Josef Kratky or Joe Byrne
Duluth, GA 30096
770-476-7466
Hymmen provides turnkey plants for the production of panel board made from agricultural waste fibers such as wheat and rice straw, kenaf, bagasse and the like using environmentally freindly resins for a formaldehyde-free product. These plants are small enough to be located near the harvesting site.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Interface Flooring Systems, Inc. (IFS) Marianne Cone
LaGrange, GA 30241
800-336-0225, x 6156
http://www.interfaceinc.com
Interface Flooring Systems, Inc. (IFS) is a manufacturer of high quality modular flooring systems for healthcare, educational, hospitality and corporate environments. IFS features a wide selection of environmentally friendly products and solutions, and is a world leader promoting sustainable industry.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods J&J Commercial Mickie Gravitt
Dalton, GA 30722
800-241-4586
http://www.jjcommercial.com
Through their EnAct (Environmental Action) Initiative, J&J promotes sound environmental policies, including an environmental commitment to reduce total raw material consumption. The introduction of Encore SD Ultima with its recycled content will enable J&J to reduce annual consumption of virgin nylon feed stock by a minimum of 2 million pounds. Such a reduction saves significant quantities of precious resources including water, petrochemicals, fossil fuels, and electrical energy.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Lifeguard Purification Systems, Inc. Ron Cheshire
Tampa, FL 33614
813-875-7777
Lifeguard Purification Systems manufactures many different non-chemical spa and pool purifiers. The Mineralizer is a copper/silver ionizer that reduces chlorine consumption in pool/spas by about 90%. Advantages include: lower cost, easier maintainance, no dangerous chemicals, and better water quality.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods NonToxiCA, Inc. Garret Brodhead
Dunedin, FL 34678
813-736-0930
NonToxiCA manufactures interior and exterior architectural paints. Their paint standards are no VOC's, no formaldehyde, no benzene, no heavy metals, no isocyanates and it is virtually odorless. Florida-proven. Dealerships available.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Prince Street Technologies, Ltd Myra Ramsey
Cartersville, GA 30120
770-607-4681
http://www.interfaceinc.com
Prince Street Technologies is manufacturer of high quality, designer-oriented broadloom and woven carpet. Prince Street is a subsidiary of Interface, Inc., a recognized leader in the worldwide commercial interiors market. Prince Street participates in Interface's overall mission for sustainable industry and environmentally friendly product solutions.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Red Hills Lumber Jake Parnell
Thomasville, GA 31799
912-227-3556
Redhills Lumber is a supplier of interior longleaf heartpine products. The wood is certified sustainably harvested through Smart Woods.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Solenium, An Interface Company John McIntosh
LaGrange, GA 30241
800-336-0225, x 6155
http://www.solenium.com
Solenium is an Interface America's brand offering a new product category. Solenium is a two-dimensional resilient textile flooring developed especially for the healthcare and educational markets. Solenium combines the aesthetic benefits of a soft surface with the functional cleanability of a hard surface, with a drastic reduction in material consumption for manufacturing.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Tapeter Decorative Wall Solutions Dich Roos
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
954-429-8516
http://www.borastapeter.se
Moment Environmental Wallcovering is made of a non-woven polyester and cellulose with chopped glass fibers. It complies with IGI standards that limit formaldehyde, heavy metals and vinyl chloride; printed with water based inks; is Class A fire rated, emits no offgassing; and is breathable to reduce risk of mildew. For residential or contract use.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods TASSO Glass Textile Wallcovering System Deborah Roos
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
800-888-2776
Tassoglas Glass Textile Wallcovering is eco-friendly, made of all natural materials. It does not contain PVC's or chlorine, is breathable to reduce the risk of mildew. It does not burn or off gas. It covers problem surfaces and can be renewed by simply repainting. Appropriate for contract or residential application.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Thermal Conversion Technology Griffin Carrison
Sarasota, FL 34230-3887
941-953-2177
Thermal Conversion Technology is a manufacturer of solar thermal equipment since 1974, including the ProgressivTube Passive Solar Water Heater, the original multiple tube series flow integral collector storage (ICS) design. All models have FSEC & SRCC certifications, are listed by IAPMO, and have passed 180 mph wind loading. Four sizes available. Systems have been installed on hotels throughout the Caribbean, and are used exclusively by US Home and other builders if Florida.
Regional Manufacturers Materials and Methods Ytong Florida, Ltd. Haines City, FL 33844
800-986-6435
YTONG Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) panels and block are part of an integrated building system ideal for constructing single and multi-story load-bearing and non-loadbearing structures. Their non-combustible panels and block meet all maximum UL fire rating requirements without additional materials. Fast, efficient installation reduces time and labor costs. YTONG's insulated panels and block also deliver outstanding thermal ratings and good energy savings. | 
