Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)

FSC accredited, independent, “third-party” certification bodies or “certifiers” certify forests. They assess forest management using the FSC principles, criteria, and standards, each certifier uses their own evaluative process. This allows FSC to remain outside of the assessment process, and supports the integrity of the standard, and of the FSC system.
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DIN

DIN is a German standard developed to test many items including floor surfaces, for ball rebound, shock absorption, vertical deflection, area deflection, rolling load and friction. DIN is analogous to U.S. standards like ASTM and UL. Products can be tested against DIN standards by one of two bodies: The Otto Graph Institute in Germany, or the USSL in the United States. Standards for hardwood floors were introduced in 1991.

FIBA

FIBA, the world governing body for basketball, is an independent association formed by 213 National federations of basketball throughout the world. FIBA is recognized as the sole competent authority in basketball by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) FIBA is a non-profit making organization and, in principle, does not pursue any objective of economic character for its own gains.
The headquarters of FIBA are established in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA)

Founded in 1897, the MFMA is the only authoritative source of technical information about hard maple flooring. The association publishes grade standards, guide specifications, floor care recommendations and specifications for athletic flooring sealers and finishes available from MFMA headquarters

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)

The U.S. Green Building Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community of leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation.
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AIA

AIA Continuing Education System. Continuing learning is required to stay competitive in the profession and to serve your clients most effectively. The AIA Continuing Education System helps you stay current.
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ASBA

The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) is a resource not only for the professionals who design, build and supply materials for top-flight sports facilities, but for the owners, operators, players and others who enjoy them.
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