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CANFER Continued from page 31 •The technical issues must be fixed to ensure that the regulated industries understand their exact responsibilities under the rules. •The regulation as it stands is unduly burdensome for Canadian small businesses. The burden of maintaining extensive records from complicated supply chains will land most heavily on retailers and small laminators, who do not have any experience in this area. •The regulation represents a violation of supply chain New partnership New possibilities McDonough Manufacturing has acquired B.I.D. Canada Ltd., an expert in material handling equipment. Let's chat about how we can help you achieve your goals. (715) 834-7755 - McDonough (506) 328-4381 - BID Canada www.mcdonough-mfg.com www.bidcanadaltd.com confidentiality and exposes both immediate and extended proprietary information to competitors. Further, the requirement to share a suppliers’ supply chains may violate confidentiality agreements. •The regulation increases confusion within the marketplace as a retailer who receives dozens of supply chains from various suppliers could very easily mix supplier information. •Alignment with TSCA Title VI’s record-keeping will provide for better compliance and enforcement. To learn more about the industry campaign to align the regulation with TSCA Title VI, go to www.TheRightReg.ca. And don’t forget to register! Elizabeth Baldwin is environmental compliance officer for Metropolitan Hardwood Floors. In her 30-year career in the wood industry, she has visited over 70 countries and hundreds of facilities of all sizes and types. She describes herself as a “jack of all wood trades.” This article is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. Persons seeking legal advice on compliance with CARB, TSCA, CANFER or any other law, regulation, or compliance requirement/claim should consult with the regulatory agency directly and/or a qualified legal professional. CANFER Label Requirements CANFER requires similar labels as TSCA Title VI but they must include a French language statement of compliance. Assuming you are TSCA Title VI compliant, your panel label must include the statement “TSCA Title VI compliant / conforme au titre VI de la TSCA” and either the name of the third-party certifier that certified the composite wood panels or the number that the United States Environmental Protection Agency assigned to it. Component or finished goods must have the same bilingual statement but do not include the TPC details. Unlike TSCA Title VI, there are also specific labeling format requirements that include the label having good color contrast, be ≥2mm type height, and be clearly distinguishable from other graphic material on the package. Update your labels now! n HIGH POINT Continued from page 26 growth and partnerships, while new buyer registration was up 21 percent from last spring. International attendance was flat from the fall, but up 3 percent from the spring. The largest groups of international buyers were from Canada, Central America, the Caribbean and the Middle East, followed by Asia. Hooker Furniture unveiled a new showroom and two collections in Oak veneers on solid wood. The 90-piece Modern Mood collection of bedroom, dining room, home office, accent and occasional items was produced with quartered Oak in two finishes: a light pewter hue and a dark brown. A second introduction was The Retreat collection in flat cut cathedral Oak veneers on Hardwood. It also came in two finishes that showcased the Oak grain. “These were very popular with retailers seeking a different look,” said Mike Harris, president of Hooker Furniture Cased Goods and Upholstery. “These will sell very well in different parts of the country and are fresh designs in Oak.” The company’s Bradington Young division had new upholstered pieces manufactured in North Carolina on solid Hardwood frames. The look was retro in styling and color. Solid Hardwood maker Fusion Designs in Goshen, IN., had a successful market with offerings in Hard Maple, Cherry and Hickory. The Amish company had clean designs in bedroom and dining room that retailers were seeking. Sales met expectations. Copeland Furniture reported keen interest in its Lisse Collection that was introduced in October. The solid Walnut dining room group has subtle lines with smooth joinery and interior designers were impressed. A second Copeland group in solid Oak named Iso was designed in a Clarksville Facility variety of sizes to fit modern dining spaces. The light finish showcased Oak grains and was popular. Amish companies continue to show at High Point and Millcraft of Millersburg, OH, had a successful market with existing customers. The designs included Hard Maple, Hickory and Elm in a modern traditional style that were favored by retailers at middle and mid-upper price points. The nation’s largest domestic solid Hardwood bedroom maker Vaughan-Bassett Furniture reported a good The Latest Technology. Expanded Capacity. No Supply Chain Issues. Your Partner in Meeting Record-breaking Market Demand. 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