SCS-COC-001868
TAMPA BAY, FLORIDA - October 2, 2008- A&M Supply announced today it has received the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody Certification. FSC Chain of Custody Certification means the A&M Supply warehouses meet strict tracking requirements for ensuring the wood products the Company distributes as 'FSC-certified' comes from well-managed forests. The certification was awarded following a third-party review by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), an independent organization accredited by the FSC to certify operations to its standards.
The A&M Supply warehouses that earned certification are in Alexandria, VA; Marshall, VA; Knoxville, TN; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Jacksonville, FL; Orlando, FL; Pinellas Park, FL and Ft. Meyers, FL.
With the certification, A&M Supply will be better able to provide customers with FSC-certified products, which is a requirement for participating in LEEDŽ and other green building projects.
"Demand for FSC-certified wood products is increasing every day and A&M Supply fully intends to be in a position to respond to customer's needs for this important new environmental initiative", said Chief Operating Officer - Raymond Prozzillo. "With a vested interest in a healthy environment in which trees and mankind can thrive, this certification demonstrates A&M's commitment towards practices that help sustain our limited natural resources."