"Having earned the 'Best in Test' certification helps us, of course, recruit clients who will then hire Ångtvättbilen AB for carpet cleaning," he adds.

On CRI's part, officials say they are delighted to have the SOA program recognized as having "international value."

"We say Valkommen to this Swedish company, and, while the SOA program exists to support U.S. carpet users, CRI would welcome any manufacturer from anywhere in the world to send their carpet-related products to be tested by CRI's program," says Braun. "They cannot help but receive a higher level of recognition and credibility from earning SOA certification."

About The Carpet and Rug Institute

The CRI is the leading industry source for science- based information and insight on how carpet and rugs create a better environment-for living, working, learning and healing. The Institute's mission is to serve the carpet industry and public by providing facts that help people make informed choices.

Its best practices promote a balance between social, economic and environmental responsibility for the long term. CRI does this for its industry, yet it strives to be a model corporate citizen for all industries.

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