FOUR KI DESKING SYSTEMS EARN GREENGUARD CERTIFICATION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 21, 2007

GREEN BAY, WIS. – KI’s desking systems received GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification® for low emitting products by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI).

The 700 Series®, Genesis®, True® and Workzone® desking systems are the latest in a series of KI products to earn GREENGUARD certification. Over the past year, 25 of KI’s seating collections, its Genius® architectural walls and its Prosper® panel system received GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification for low emitting products.

“Consideration for the environment and for the health and safety of our customers is of primary importance to KI,” said Norman Nance, IIDA, LEED, AP, vice president-marketing, KI. “It is our goal to eventually have all of our applicable product lines GREENGUARD certified. We anticipate additional GREENGUARD certifications in the coming months.”

To achieve GREENGUARD Certification, each desking system passed a series of demanding tests required by GEI that determined the products have low chemical emissions. GEI will monitor these products each quarter to ensure it maintains low emitting status.

GREENGUARD Certification is a referenced standard for furniture and other interior product manufacturers to be specified in projects based on the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Rating System. LEED is a voluntary, consensus-based national standard for developing high-performance, sustainable buildings. GREENGUARD certified furniture earns points toward a project receiving certification under the LEED for Commercial Interiors program.

GEI’s methodology for testing and certifying furniture was developed and validated in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental Technology Verification Program. Realistic, worst-case configurations of a product’s components and materials are developed and placed in environmental testing chambers.

GEI is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. As an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer, GEI establishes acceptable indoor air standards for indoor products, environments, and buildings. GEI’s mission is to improve public health and quality of life through programs that improve indoor air.

KI manufactures innovative furniture and wall system solutions for education, healthcare, government and corporate markets. The employee-owned company is headquartered in Green Bay, Wis. and operates sales offices and manufacturing facilities in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. KI tailors products and service solutions to the specific needs of each customer through its unique “Market of One” customer service and manufacturing philosophy. For more information, visit www.ki.com.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact:
Christina Sorbello
Eric Mower and Associates
315-413-4283
csorbello@mower.com

	KI’s GREENGUARD-Certified Desking Systems
KI Genesis® Desking System	The Genesis desking system is a height-adjustable system that can be lowered or raised from the traditional 29” height to between 22” and 51” to allow employees to take advantage of the trend toward a sit-stand style of working. Studies have shown that employees favor a sit-stand style of working, and ergonomics experts have pointed out that adjustable, ergonomic workstations increase quantifiable productivity by up to 50 percent. Genesis system includes modular components such as privacy screens, dividers and overhead storage for a custom, compact, comfortable workspace.
KI 700 Series® Desking System	The 700 Series desking system is a freestanding, modular system of desk components that provide a functional and flexible workspace. Options include single desks or clusters, as well as modesty panels, overhead storage and privacy screens in varying widths and drawer configurations. The 700 Series is also available in a variety of work surface laminates and colors for metal components.
KI True® Desking System	The True desking system is a multifunctional, freestanding desk system that is made to streamline space and eliminate clutter while encouraging collaboration. True desking twists and turns to maximize office real estate, and options such as low or high privacy screens and modesty panels in a multitude of materials make for a flexible and more open, accommodating workspace.
KI Workzone® Desking System	The Workzone desking system is a highly adaptable modular system that allows for convenient and attractive integration of technology using KI’s PowerUp® distribution system, as well as multiple height work surfaces, ergonomic keyboards and adjustable desks. Workstations are available in a variety of color finishes and options such as mobile workstations, tool rails, cubby storage and tack boards.