Download Technical Bulletins Here     Technical Bulletins Furniture Construction Issues Relative to VOC Off-Gassing from Composite Wood Furniture What is Phenolic Glue? Phenolic glue is one of the formaldehyde based family of adhesives commonly used in the production of pressed wood products. It is primarily used as the glue in structural softwood plywood panels. Phenol formaldehyde glues are actually more efficient in binding the formaldehyde molecules in the cured form, and thus emit formaldehyde at a significantly lower level than urea formaldehyde glues. They are generally darker in color than urea-formaldehyde resins, and thus may change the aesthetic of decorative panel products.   New Document from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration Outlines Importance of Indoor Air Quality in Commercial & Institutional Buildings This important US OSHA "guidance" document concisely outlines Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) issues in buildings and reinforces the practical need for some core measurements (including VOCs, Differential Pressure, Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide and Particulates), and for the ability to perform and document "walkthrough inspections". Although OSHA is not legislating IAQ, the guidance from this document is highly useful for any facility manager, industrial hygienist, environmental consultant, HVAC contractor or other professional that is involved with (or should be aware of) this vital issue.   LEED Credits for Interior Construction Materials, Furniture and Furnishings MAS Certified Green® is an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) certification program that stringently tests and certifies low-emitting interior products and building materials. This program was specifically created to help builders, designers, architects and consumers find products which meet the indoor air quality guidelines called for under LEED, GSA and Municipal building specifications. The Certified Green mark is your assurance of indoor air quality compliance on products that display it; backed by a rigorous program that helps manufacturers continuously monitor and regulate VOC emissions from their products.