Versa Tables Launches New Green Manufacturing Initiative - Blue Is The New Green

April 22, 2008 - PRLog -- Los Angeles, Ca. – Versa Tables, a leading manufacturer of computer lab and classroom computer furniture, launched its newest Green Manufacturing Initiative today in recognition of Earth Day, 2008.

"We've always had a strong belief in doing our part to protect the environment, despite the additional short term expenses of time, money, and manpower," said Chris Laudadio, President & CEO of Versa. "We believe that the long-term protection of our planet's limited natural resources is more important than increasing our profit margins."

While Versa Tables has always made a concerted effort to produce quality, American made computer furniture that has a minimum impact on the environment, this new Green Manufacturing Initiative puts a narrow focus on three main issues; paperless order processing, clean manufacturing practices, and energy efficient facilities.

From online electronic order placement to Versa’s paperless e-fax system, the presence and necessity of paper printouts is kept to a bare minimum.  With a large volume of orders being processed on a daily basis, this simple step reduces yearly paper waste by a significant margin. One of the costliest yet most important steps that Versa Tables has taken in an effort to run an eco-friendly operation is their clean manufacturing practices. By substantially reducing air and water pollutants produced during the manufacturing process, Versa Tables has set themselves apart from the competition. “In the last year we’ve upgraded to the newest closed-circuit powered painting system, non-toxic laminates, natural latex edging, and 100% recycled American steel for all of the frames and sheet metal components of our tables, desks, and carts,” remarked Laudadio. “All of these steps, as well as simple modifications like using 95% natural lighting in our factory and offices have also cut our energy consumption to a fraction of what most operations of our size regularly consume.”

Although the term “green” seems to be more of a buzz word lately than a practice of genuine value, companies like Versa Tables are actually making a very serious effort to reduce their environmental footprint while producing quality consumer products.

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Versa Tables is a leading manufacturer of American made computer lab and classroom computer furniture. Since 1995, Versa Tables has been providing schools, offices, military and government facilities with durable, functional, quality computer furniture. All of Versa Tables products include a lifetime warranty and free shipping anywhere in the United States.