NSF in the News

NSF International is regularly cited in news stories in your neighborhood and around the world. The following are recent excerpts from stories referencing NSF and its experts in major international, national, regional and local media. If available, we have added web links to full articles, but please note that links can expire within days of the report, and some media outlets require registration.

For the latest public health news from NSF International, visit the NSF Newsroom.

June 11, 2009
Nutraceuticals World
NSF: Raising the Quality Bar for Supplements & Functional Foods

June 8, 2009
MLive.com
First Furnishings Certified Under BIFMA Sustainability Standard

June 4, 2009
MLive.com
Food Gatherers Looks for New Ways to Fight Hunger As Demand Skyrockets and Financial Support Falls

May 21, 2009
FoodBev.com
NSF Food Safety Leadership Awards Presented at Food Safety Summit

May 14, 2009
The Boston Globe
Anti-swine-flu Superheroes

May 12, 2009
Dallas Morning News
New Online Resource for Consumers, Athletes and Coaches Concerned About Athletic Banned Substances

May 6, 2009
Water Efficiency News
NSF International Provides Educational Information to Celebrate Drinking Water Week

May 4, 2009
Oprah Magazine Online
Is Your Drinking Water Safe?

April 29, 2009
CNBC.com
Red Cross Urges Families and Communities to Prepare During Swine Flu Outbreak -- Washing Hands, Recognizing Symptoms Key to Prevent Spread

April 29, 2009
NPR.com
Keep Flu at Bay With a Song

April 26, 2009
Casual Living
Public Pools Must Meet New Anti-entrapment Rules

April 23, 2009
Refrige.com
NSF Certifies First PVCO Pipe to AWWA C909 in North America

April 22, 2009
KFYR-TV NBC North Dakota
Clean Hands Game Winners

April 21, 2009
Yahoo Canada
Honorable John D. Dingell Speaks at the Growing with a Greening Economy Forum

April 17, 2009
CommodityOnline.com
NSFCMi to Launch India Operations in Food Safety

April 8, 2009
Michigan Business Review
Dan Meisler: NSF Event Seeks to Harness 'Green' Energy

April 8, 2009
The Ann Arbor News
Green Policy Topic of Day-long Event Hosted by NSF International

April 6, 2009
National Driller
NSF/ANSI Standard 61 Incorporates New Requirements

April 4, 2009
QSR Magazine
Food Safety Leadership Awards Announced

April 2, 2009
Water Online
New Study Supports Old Advice: Regular Testing Of Well Water Important

April 2, 2009
MLive.com
NSF's Strategy Aligns With "Green" Goals

March 26, 2009
Forbes
David Begg Associates to Offer Expanded Analytical Services

March 24, 2009
Sustainable Facility
NSF/ANSI American National Standard for Drinking Water Products Incorporates New Requirements for Regenerated Water Treatment Media

March 19, 2009
Cleveland.com
There Are a Flood of Options When It Comes to Home Water Filters

March 18, 2009
The Houston Chronicle
How Safe Are Supplements?

March 1, 2009
Tampa Bay.com
Union to Phillies Players: Watch What You Buy

February 18, 2009
FOX Business
NSF's New "Made with Organic Ingredients" Standard for Personal Care Products Adopted as American National Standard

February 17, 2009
Residential Design & Build Magazine
NSF Offers Certification for Plumbing Products

February 16, 2009
PM Engineer
NSF Certifies First Geothermal Pipes to New Canadian Standard

February 11, 2009
TMC Net
NSF GM to Present at Dubai International Food Safety Conference During GULFOOD 2009

February 1, 2009
Men's Health
Men's Health Answers

January 24, 2009
The Ann Arbor News
World Health Organization Recognized NSF International

January 15, 2009
Yahoo! News
NSF Develops Standard for Low Lead Plumbing Products in Support of New Requirements in California

January 6, 2009
USA Today
Phillies' Romero Says He's Not Guilty in Doping Suspension

December 23, 2008
The Ann Arbor News
Law Alarms Toy Companies

December 17, 2008
Denver Post.com
David Begg Associates Opens New Office in Boston

December 17, 2008
Forbes.com
NSF Beverage Quality Certification - A Priority for One of Europe's Leading Bottled Water Producers

December 15, 2008
Yahoo! News
NSF-ISR Receives Greenhouse Gas Accreditation

December 4, 2008
Crain's Detroit Business
NSF International Offers Answers to Rising Toy Safety Concerns

December 1, 2008
Environmental Design & Construction
DfE Program Continues to Grow

December 1, 2008
Men's Fitness
Safe Water: What to Know

November 18, 2008
Natural Products INSIDER
'AppleBoost Sport' Apple Peel Capsules Receive Certification from NSF's Athletic Banned Substances Program

November 12, 2008
Reuters.com
Summit Industrial Products Becomes the First Company in North America to Earn ISO 21469 Certification

November 1, 2008
The Niagra Falls Review
Are Your Kitchen Counters "Hot Zones" for E. Coli?

October 29, 2008
ESPN.com
Alleged Use of Old-school Drug Surprises Experts

October 8, 2008
Dental Economics
NSF to Host Informational Meeting on ISO Standard for Dental Amalgam Separators

October 1, 2008
Ann Arbor Area Business Monthly
From Farm to Fork, NSF International Certifies Food Safety

October 1, 2008
Food Processing
Orkin and NSF International Prep Food Processors for Audits

September 30, 2008
The Wall Street Journal Online
Mannatech Continues Commitment to Product Quality with Two Additional Certifications from NSF International

September 28, 2008
Crain's Detroit 40 under 40
Christian Lupo, General Manager, NSF International Strategic Registrations

September 23, 2008
Detroit News
7 Ways to Help Kids Stay Well

September 23, 2008
Yahoo! News Asia
NSF Int'l & Trucost Form Global Strategic Partnership

September 16, 2008
Forbes.com
Seven Soaper-Heroes Search for the Cleanest Hands in America's Classrooms

Fall 2008
Real Simple Family
Where Germs Lurk

August 28, 2008
USA Today
NFL Earmarks $1.4 Million for Serious Anti-steroid Message to Youths

August 26, 2008
MedPage Today
Toxic Metals Prevalent in Traditional Indian Medicines

August 19, 2008
The Wall Street Journal
What's Coming From Your Tap?

August 10, 2008
Michigan Radio News
Overseas Business Booming for A2 Safety Company

August 7, 2008
NPI Center.com
NSF and Supermarket News Announce Global Food Safety Webinar

August 4, 2008
Environmental Protection Online
NSF Receives Silver LEED Certification

August 1, 2008
Quality Assurance Magazine
Capt. Craig A. Shepherd Receives 2008 Walter F. Snyder Award

July 30, 2008
Ann Arbor Business Review
NSF International to Help With LEED Applications

July 28, 2008
Crain's Detroit Business
Rising Imports, Food-borne Illnesses Increase Demand for NSF's Services

July 24, 2008
City Pages
The Hustle Behind the Muscle: A Conversation With Perry Castellano, Twins Strength and Conditioning Coordinator

July 23, 2008
Foodservice Equipment & Supplies
NSF Receives Silver LEED Certification

July 22, 2008
Water and Wastes Digest
Petie Davis Appointed Business Unit Manager of NSF's Sustainability Programs

July 10, 2008
Water and Wastewater.com
Vapor Control Balls for Potable Water Reservoirs

July 7, 2008
MSNBC
From Pills to Pillows, When to Replace Your Stuff

July 4, 2008
Water Online
NSF Certifies Vapor Control Balls

July 3, 2008
Water & Wastewater News
DRNA Amalgam Separator Is ISO Compliant

June 25, 2008
Freshinfo
NSF-CMi Expands to Serve Asia-Pacific Region

June 19, 2008
Ann Arbor Business Review
NSF Creates Sustainable Flooring Standard

June 17, 2008
Water Technology Online
NSF Opens Asia-Pacific HQ in Bangkok

June 16, 2008
Ann Arbor Business Review
NSF International to Open Office in Thailand

June 10, 2008
Health Officials Track Salmonella, Suspect Tomatoes
Overseas Business Booming for A2 Safety Company

May 22, 2008
Restaurants and Institutions
Simple Safety

May 19, 2008
Beverage Daily
Natural Beverage Quality Certification Extended

May 12, 2008
Engineeringtalk
Shell Receives Hygiene Certification

May 9, 2008
NUTRAingredients.com
NSF Amends Supplement Standards Ahead of FDA Deadlines

May 9, 2008
The Oregonian
Baby colors? Add Green to Classic Pink and Blue

May 9, 2008
Quality Assurance Magazine
NSF International Launches New Beverage Quality Program

May 2, 2008
Fast Casual
NSF Int'l Launches Beverage Quality Program

May 1, 2008
Fox Business
Shell Becomes First Company Worldwide to Receive ISO 21469 Certification

May 2008
The National Provisioner
NSF Food Safety Leadership Awards Presented at the 2008 Food Safety and Security Summit

April 2, 2008
WaterTech Online
Pharma-in-water Product Standards Considered

April 2, 2008
Water & Wastes Digest
NSF Discusses AP Report on Pharmaceuticals in Water and Next Steps

March 24, 2008
Crain's Detroit Business
Crain's M&A Awards

March 21, 2008
ANSI News & Publications
California Formally Adds NSF/ANSI 61 to its Waterworks Standards

March 21, 2008
Nutraingredients-usa.com
Sabinsa Audit Confirms GMPs in India

March 20, 2008
Supermarket News
Spartan Stores Becomes NSF Food Safety Certified

March 17, 2008
Nation's Restaurant News
Temperature Monitoring Improves Food Safety

March 12, 2008
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Cameron to See Neurologist

February 2008
Reader's Digest
Bottled Water Vs. Tap Water

January 15, 2008
The Grand Rapids Press
Spartan Stores Get A for Food Safety

December 19, 2007
The Republican
NSF: 3 Letters That Offer Extra Protection

December 18, 2007
Seattle Times
5 Things to Avoid at a Dollar Store

December 13, 2007
Reuters
Recent Reports Underscore the Importance of Testing Supplements for Athletic Banned Substances

November 8, 2007
The Providence Journal
State will Post Food Inspections on Website

November 8, 2007
WCSH-TV, ME
Food Inspection Reports for Rhode Island's Restaurants Posted Online

November 8, 2007
QSR Web
NSF Launches Dine Safer Food Safety Certification

November 7, 2007
Tallahassee Democrat
Wastewater Division Earns Praise

November 7, 2007
Industry Week
Strengthen Your Supply Chain, Protect Your Brand

November 2007
Machinery Lubrication Magazine
How to Make Your Food or Beverage Facility Successful

August 22, 2007
cnn.com
The Best Multivitamin for You -- and 11 to Steer Clear Of

August 31, 2007
pressconnects.com
Bottle vs. Tap - When It Comes to Water, Experts Say There Is No Real Difference

July 2007
machinerylubrication.com
What You Need to Know About Food-grade Lubricants
Learn more about the regulations and registrations that impact nonfood compounds.

July 24, 2007
mykawartha.com
Brita-type Jugs Not Enough to Filter Lead
NSF International determined that none of the pitcher filters currently on the market are able to reduce lead to provincially acceptable standards in homes that have elevated levels.

July 24, 2007
wtopnews.com
Dollar Store Shoppers: What Not to Buy
Although dollar stores can have some great bargains, there are a few types of products that should be avoided.

June 28, 2007
crainsdetroit.com
NSF Gets Restraining Order Against New York Company
NSF International enforced its certification mark rights against New York City-based Duso Chemical Co. Inc., which admitted to including the NSF Mark on its products without authorization.

June 26, 2007
forbes.com
New Survey Reveals Patrons will do Almost Anything to Avoid Touching Surfaces in Public Restrooms
NSF International found two different types of bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus and coliform) on 10% of paper towel dispensers and other surfaces during a recent study.

May 23, 2007
dallasnews.com
Rangers Steer Feldman Clear of BALCO Link
Lori Bestervelt is the chief technical officer for NSF International, the Michigan company that certifies supplements for MLB and the NFL. She said studies have shown 15-20 percent of supplements contain ingredients that will cause athletes to test positive for banned substances.