New Delhi, 25th September, 2025 : From India to the world — AFC Furniture Solutions has set a new
global benchmark by becoming the first manufacturer in India to achieve the
BIFMA Level® 3 Certification, the highest international standard for
sustainable furniture manufacturing. This milestone positions Indian expertise
on the world stage for sustainability and innovation, providing architects,
designers, and clients with transparent, data-backed assurance of product
performance.
BIFMA (Business and Institutional Furniture
Manufacturers Association) is the internationally recognised authority setting
standards for safety, durability and sustainability in workplace furniture.
Since 1973, BIFMA has been the voice of the commercial furniture industry. Its
Level® sustainability certification — often compared to LEED ratings in green
buildings — provides a comprehensive, multi-attribute framework to evaluate
environmental stewardship, human health and wellness, and corporate social
responsibility. Level 3, the highest tier, is awarded only after rigorous
third-party audits under ANSI/BIFMA e3 standards, which cover not only the
product but also the manufacturing facility and company policies. Certified
products are listed in an industry-wide public registry for complete
transparency.
AFC’s certification follows years of embedding
sustainability into every aspect of its design, sourcing and production.
Independent verification confirmed compliance across health, safety, material
efficiency, energy use, recyclability and social responsibility. Initiatives
have included reducing embodied energy and greenhouse gas emissions, increasing
recycled content, optimising material usage and conducting full cradle to gate
lifecycle assessments and environment product declarations (EPD) to lower its
carbon footprint and contribute to a circular economy.
AFC has also aligned its material health approach with global “Chemicals of
Concern” lists, encourages the use of Indoor air quality-certified safer
chemicals and has assessed 95% of all maintenance and operations chemicals
based on GHS Safety Data Sheets with precise requirements to reduce or
eliminate hazardous chemical classes. In parallel, AFC has prioritised healthy
workplaces through low-emission, ergonomic designs, glare-controlled lighting,
and the elimination of harmful substances, while also advancing inclusivity,
robust health and safety systems, and community partnerships, so that
sustainability extends beyond products to people and society.
Industry observers note that this achievement places
AFC in a select global league of responsible manufacturers, raising India’s
profile in world markets and supporting green-building initiatives under LEED,
WELL, IGBC, and GRIHA. For customers, the LEVEL® mark now carried by AFC’s
products signals credible sustainability credentials and clear multi-attribute
performance, helping them align with their own ESG goals.
Mr. Maanoj Tomar, the Founder of AFC, was delighted that this recognition coincided with their new brand
launch. He said, “This recognition is a reaffirmation of
our brand purpose, which is all about bringing in a positive change all around
and responsibly. It’s not enough to grow in volume without involving all
concerned and accepting the larger responsibility towards the community and the
environment. BIFMA Level® 3 Certification underscores our ‘All For Change’
attitude and our mission to create safe, sustainable and future-ready
workspaces.”
With this landmark certification, AFC not only
strengthens its leadership in India’s furniture industry but also demonstrates
that “Made in India” can meet the world’s most demanding sustainability
standards, redefining what responsible manufacturing means for the workplaces
of tomorrow.
About AFC Furniture Solutions
Founded in 2008 by Mr. Maanoj Tomar, AFC Furniture
Solutions is one of India’s most respected manufacturers of modular and
ergonomic office furniture. With certifications including BIFMA, SCS Gold
(Indoor Air Quality), FSC, ISO, and IGBC Gold (Manufacturing Unit), AFC
combines design, durability, and sustainability to create environments that
support productivity and well-being.
