These attributes are a result of reinventing our design process to recognize the positive impact dematerializing our products has on the environment, and our total commitment to become a sustainable corporation. In 1998, Interface Research Corporation published the first-ever corporate environmental Sustainability Report. This report serves as our road map toward more sustainable practices. Interface s Sustainability Report focuses on seven key steps. The Solenium production line has been introduced as a zero-based waste manufacturing system.
Less water is used in the process to solution dye the new face fiber.
Benign Emissions Introduction of the Solenium production line has allowed Interface Flooring Systems to discontinue use of over 300 chemicals in the manufacturing plant and has eliminated the need for three emission sources. The Solenium line takes advantage of solar supplemented energy for its looms. Closing the Loop Solenium has been designed so that all its components are completely recyclable. The product is reclaimed at the end of its useful life and all thermoplastic polymer is recycled into similar polymer applications. Backing is broken down and used for backing in new flooring production.