WAGRAM, N.C.—Cascades Inc., a North American leader in the recovery, manufacturing and converting of green packaging and tissue paper products, announces the installation of a new tissue converting facility in Wagram, N.C. This investment will reorganize and expand the c company’s converting activities in the Southeastern United States—a targeted area of growth for the corporation. The total estimated cost of the project is $55 million and the startup is planned for the end of 2014. Suzanne Blanchet, Cascades Tissue Group’s current President and CEO, commented on the project, “Cascades is expanding its presence in the Southeast, one of the fastest...

RIPON, WIS.—UniMac, a leading provider of on-premises laundry equipment, has unveiled its redesigned UW 85-160-pound hardmount washer-extractors. “Our renowned UW45 and 65 hardmount washer-extractors design has now been extended to complete our UW series and meet the demand for larger capacities,” said Bill Brooks, National Sales Manager for UniMac. “Our 85- and 160-pound machines are equipped with cutting-edge technologies that competitors simply cannot deliver, maximizing throughput and saving more on utility costs than ever before.”The UniLinc Control System is available on all larger capacity models within the UW series, which helps laundry operators stay in control of their business...

NEW YORK—Premium Danish furniture brand Republic of Fritz Hansen announced their qualification for the Greenguard certification as of July 2014. Greenguard certified products include Egg and Egg footstool, Swan, Series 7, Ant, Grand Prix, Lily, Oxford, Ro, Nap, and Dot.In order to receive certification, the products have been tested by UL Environment for Volatile Organic Compounds and have obtained the Greenguard Indoor Air Quality certification. This program helps manufacturers create and buyers identify and trust a brand whose products have low chemical emissions. Greenguard exemplifies Fritz Hansen’s efforts to continuously improve on reducing toxic emissions and exposure to toxic chemicals...

REDMOND, WASH.—Alerton has appointed HVAC and building controls industry veteran Dwayne Wright as its new sales director. Wright comes to Honeywell’s Alerton business with 31 years of experience in engineering and sales of technically complex equipment, both domestically and internationally. In his previous position, Wright was a regional sales manager for Honeywell, where he led a sales team serving original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).As the Alerton sales director, Wright will focus on strengthening customer relationships and leading and motivating the sales team. In conjunction with Alerton’s new business leader, Josh Cales, Wright will pursue ways to further help support and...

NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO—Combining additional style options with optimal hygiene protection, Moen Commercial’s M•Power line of sensor-operated faucets has expanded to include new modern and transitional-styled models, with looks that fit with any design preference. These hands-free faucets are suitable for any high-traffic commercial spaces. “We know aesthetics and the overall design of commercial facilities are becoming more important to facility managers, building owners and operators,” said Karen Folmer, Director of Marketing and New Product Development, Moen Commercial. “In order to provide the right style options to meet their needs, we consulted with professional interior designers and architects when creating the...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIF.—Noritz America continues to streamline its website with two newly redesigned, user-friendly Professionals and Products web pages. Noritz recently added the Noritz University online training portal for convenient access to education resources.“Our main goal is to reassure both the professional and the consumer that they’re getting the right product,” says Jason Fleming, Marketing Manager for Noritz America. “We want to make sure we give them everything they need to make an informed decision.” The new Professionals page has been restructured so that content is easier for trade users to find. Information on tankless water heater models, accessories, technical...

RIPON, WIS.—UniMac, a leading provider of on-premises laundry equipment, announced Super Laundry as its 2013 Distributor of the Year award recipient. For more than 40 years, UniMac has presented one of its distributors with this award.“When determining our top distributor each year, we not only look for a company with impressive sales growth, but one that shows proven dedication to its customers and providing the best in quality service,” says Bill Brooks, UniMac National Sales Manager. “With its expanding geographical footprint and exceptional customer service, Super Laundry has made its mark as both a valued member of UniMac’s distributor...

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LOS ANGELES—The Shelton Group, a marketing and communications firm focusing on the sustainability and energy sector, found in a study that 70 percent of consumers want “greener” products and corporate commitments to sustainability. Further, when making a product selection, about 30 percent of American consumers select products based on a company’s green reputation; 25 percent look to see if the product has been certified by a leading certification organization. The study also pointed out that while overall interests in green and sustainable issues are gaining ground, many green purchases and behaviors—including selecting green cleaning products, personal care and food products,...

HORSHAM, PA.—Roxanna Lopez, an Operations Manager for LRA Worldwide in the Audits and Inspections Group, has achieved LEED Accredited Professional (AP) status from the United States Green Building Council. Lopez’s certificate is in the Building Operations & Maintenance specialty. Previously, Lopez was recognized as a LEED Green Associate; the LEED AP credential signifies an advanced depth of knowledge in green building practices along with the ability to work in the specialized LEED Rating System.Lopez has been at the forefront of LRA’s work in the sustainability field, developing the on-site verification process for the Green Key Eco-Rating program, the hotel...