The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) announced the first commercial vacuums to earn certification under its new Seal of Approval/Green Label testing program. An independent testing laboratory certified that the vacuums meet high industry standards for soil removal, indoor air quality and carpet fiber protection. This announcement coincides with the 2007 ISSA/Interclean trade show in Orlando, where CRI showcased the newest addition to its Seal of Approval program for carpet cleaning solutions and equipment. Nearly 300 products carry the CRI Seal of Approval.

The Seal of Approval/Green Label vacuum program utilizes NASA-enhanced x-ray fluorescence technology (XRF) to measure precise amounts of soil from carpet samples and clearly differentiate performance levels.