LOS ANGELES—As part of the company’s rebranding initiative, Mars Air Systems is launching a clean new website to engage customers through interactive videos, information portals and client case studies. The website also now serves as an industry resource for new laws, studies and programs related to energy-efficient air curtains. In addition, Mars has developed a new logo to reflect its overall vision and purpose—Mars: atmosphere is everything.Mars has redefined its mission to be the company others want to do business with by: •    cultivating an open, honest, and passionate culture for its employees; •    offering the broadest selection of high-quality,...

LAGRANGE, GA.—Lindsay James, a seven-year veteran of Interface Americas who most recently was the modular carpet tile manufacturer’s Director of Strategic Sustainability, has been named Vice President of Restorative Enterprise.In announcing the promotion, John Wells, Interface Americas president and CEO, explained, “The formation of the Restorative Enterprise team is a next step in our company’s journey to our 2020 Mission Zero goal and our promise to eliminate any negative impact our manufacturing and products have on the environment. This team is charged with helping to transform our company into an enterprise that restores the environment as well as preserves...

WATERFORD, N.Y.—Cascades Tissue Group announced its Cascades Antibacterial paper towel secured a “4-Star” Environmental Leader Technology Review Score and has been named a 2013 Edison Awards Finalist in the Consumer Packaged Goods: Cleaning Solutions category. Both mark recognition for the novel paper towel that was launched in October 2012 on the U.S. away-from-home market.The Cascades Antibacterial Paper Towel provides a simple and effective way to further reduce bacterial contamination and transmission. Unlike ordinary paper towels, it almost instantly kills more than 99.99 percent of harmful bacteria. By integrating a safe active ingredient into a dry format, the distinctly green-colored...

LOS ANGELES—Green Globe Certification is promoting ADA Fair Trade Hotel Cosmetics, the latest cosmetic series launched by ADA Cosmetics International. The Fair Trade line includes shower gel and shampoo that contains raw cane sugar from Mauritius, body lotion and conditioner made with Brazil nut oil from Bolivia, and soap that boasts avocado oil from Kenya. Production of these raw materials is guaranteed to comply with international standards, and the farmers get paid according to Fair Trade ethical standards. The added value is then used to improve the local infrastructure, education, and health. Therefore, the ADA Fair Trade line is...

WASHINGTON, D.C.—In January 2013, Green Seal announced the publication of GS-51, a new standard designed to address the lifecycle impacts of laundry care products used in institutional and industrial settings.This standard covers more than 20 product categories for conventional laundry and dry cleaning, including detergents, prewash products, spot removers, laundry additives, fabric care products, and more. According to Linda Chipperfield, vice president of marketing and communications for Green Seal, GS-51 represents a comprehensive benchmark for sustainable laundry care products.“It also provides manufacturers the opportunity to be recognized as leaders in the industry, and allows purchasers to identify safer,...

LAS VEGAS—Concept Amenities announced that Tracey McRae has been named vice president of marketing & communications of the Americas division. With a broad understanding of marketing and media, McRae brings nearly 12 years of marketing experience and accountability in developing results-driven campaigns.“I am excited to start this role with Concept Amenities and look forward to working with the team to further develop their marketing initiatives,” McRae says. “I am fortunate to be joining such a respected company that prides itself on top quality products and service.”“We are very excited to have such an experienced and talented marketing manager of...

OAKLAND, CALIF.—Móz Designs now features Cosmos, a unique series of blended colorways and subtle patterns that create a new aesthetic in metal surfacing materials. Cosmos is the latest addition to the Móz Graphix Collection, graphically-enhanced aluminum panels for distinctive hotel and commercial interiors.Cosmos is highlighted with a subtle celestial pattern inspired by the northern lights and is available in two scales. The series has dramatic light-to-dark color gradients that merge vibrant tones into subtle neutrals. Color spectrum options include Twilight, Dusk, Moonlight, Earth and other cosmically-inspired variations.Cosmos is available in 48” x 96” and 48” x 120” aluminum or...

FREMONT, OHIO—It is expected that version 4 of LEED-EBOM (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, will be adopted later this year. This new version will be broader, addressing a wider range of facilities and put more emphasis on environmental issues, such as climate change, and encourage more careful and efficient use of energy and water.However, what some cleaning professionals have noticed is several traditional cleaning-related credits, such as for the installation of effective entry matting systems, are no longer included in version 4.But that is not...

SECAUCUS, N.J.—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized Panasonic Eco Solutions Division with a 2013 Energy Star Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award for their continued leadership in manufacturing innovative ventilation fans and protecting our environment through superior energy efficiency. Panasonic’s accomplishments will be recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. on March 26, 2013.An Energy Star Partner of the Year in 2010 and 2011, and Sustained Excellence Award recipient in 2012, Panasonic Eco Solutions Division will be honored with the EPA’s most prestigious award for its long-term commitment to innovation and sustainability. With the highest efficacy...

PACOIMA, CALIF.—Eco-Me introduces its Green Cleaning Program. Since 2006 Eco-Me has been a leader in the eco-friendly cleaning market as a manufacturer and distributor of premium eco-friendly natural cleaning products. Operating out of California, Eco-Me distributes natural cleaning products nationally supporting residential and commercial cleaning outlets. The Eco-Me brand, having recently been rated in the highest tier of the Whole Foods Market’s Eco-Scale, will now offer a private labeling option, catering to businesses with large-scale janitorial needs. The new program is now available on the company’s website. The program is an expansion of the brand’s founding mission—to remove dangerous chemicals...