OREM, Utah, Feb. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mity-Lite, Inc., the leading manufacturer of durable lightweight banquet, meeting, and event furniture, today announced that its tables and chairs carry GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification® and GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification(SM), awarded by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. The GREENGUARD Certifications signify that Mity-Lite tables and chairs do not contribute to indoor air pollution and meet some of the most stringent chemical emissions standards in the world.

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"These certifications reflect our commitment to offer products that offer exceptional performance, as well as strong environmental advantages," said Mity-Lite CEO John Dudash. "The GREENGUARD Certification means our products don't emit harmful levels of chemicals or contribute to indoor air pollution. That makes them a healthier option for everyone."

Architects, builders, and designers can identify and specify products and materials that meet these standards by looking for a GREENGUARD Certification mark. Selecting low-emitting products when furnishing, renovating, or constructing a hospitality venue, a healthcare or education building, or worship facility is one strategy for preventing indoor air pollution, which can be a causative factor for short- and long-term health problems. The GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification also requires lower emissions limits and includes the health-based California Chronic Reference Exposure Levels (CRELs).

In addition, Mity-Lite tables and chairs now help customers contribute to sustainability credits and code sections in LEED, ASHRAE 189.1, Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS), and other green building rating systems and codes.

Recently recognized as the "2011 Manufacturer of the Year" by the Utah Manufacturer's Association, Mity-Lite was commended for voluntarily obtaining GREENGUARD Certification. According to Martha Blood, Director of Corporate Partnerships at the Association of College Unions International, "Mity-Lite furniture is now certified to the lowest levels of potentially harmful emissions. ACUI Procure applauds their commitment to healthy buildings, customer well-being, and sustainability."

The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute aims to protect human health and improve quality of life by enhancing indoor air quality and reducing people's exposure to chemicals and other pollutants.  The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute certifies products and materials for low chemical emissions and provides a resource for choosing healthier products and materials for indoor environments. All certified products must meet stringent chemical emissions standards based on established criteria from key public health agencies. GREENGUARD Certification is broadly recognized and accepted by sustainable building programs and building codes worldwide.

About Mity-Lite, Inc.

During 2012, Mity-Lite celebrates its status as a global manufacturer of market-leading, durable lightweight banquet, meeting, and event furniture. Mity-Lite was designated the "2011 Manufacturer of the Year" by the Utah Manufacturer's Association and also received the "2012 Manufacturing Leadership 100 Award" in the area of operational excellence from Manufacturing Executive. Trusted worldwide, Mity-Lite products include: ABS, Aluminum, Laminate, Plywood, and Linen-less folding tables; banquet, folding, and stacking chairs; portable dance floors; staging; and partitions. www.mitylite.com

Media Contact:
Melissa Clyne
Scribe, Inc., for Mity-Lite
801.486.6763 | 801.860.1458-cell
melissa@scribepr.com | www.mitylite.com

SOURCE Mity-Lite, Inc.

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