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SMI Architectural Millwork Inc. is familiar
with the FSC CoC or Chain of Custody and with the LEED certification process.
We work with a variety of green materials and are happy to share information
about availability, suitable applications and pricing. Below are links to
projects which have either been LEED Certified and/or FSC Certified projects.
Please contact us if you are interested in learning about how SMI Millwork can
help you with your green project.
FSC
SMI Architectural Millwork Inc. has been
involved in many different FSC Certified projects. The Forrest Stewardship
Council or FSC was created to change the dialogue about and the practice of
sustainable forestry worldwide. FSC sets forth principles, criteria, and
standards that enable the coordination and development of improved forest
management. Many architects and builders are using FSC-certified wood and
materials in their projects as a means of demonstrating their own commitment to
the environment. In 2009 SMI Architectural Millwork Inc. applied for and has
become certified to be part of the chain of custody. (See a copy of our certificate
here.) While it is not required for projects that are being installed
by SMI, it does allow us to sell our manufactured products to other millwork
companies. It has also made us more informed about the processes of FSC and
what to look for in materials.
LEED
LEED or Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design Green Building Rating System certification, SMI can help
you select from materials that will help your project get to the credit level
you desire. Credits that SMI can typically help you achieve are under the
Material & Resources (MR4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 6 & 7) and Indoor
Environmental Quality (EQ4.1 & 4.4). SMI has been involved in many
different LEED Certified projects and we have the knowledge to make sure all of
the correct materials are used on your project for the level of certification
you are looking for. One project of note for SMI was the Environmental Nature
Center, completed in 2008, received the highest possible rating of Platinum for
the project. Not sure if you are going to get the credits you are looking for
on your project? Contact us to find out, or go to www.usgbc.org for more
information on LEED.
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