Farrell Furniture joins the EPD Newcomers club
First EPDs change how a brand shows up in specs. Farrell Furniture just published a first wave of declarations across core office pieces, turning quiet capability into visible proof that helps win work when projects ask for product‑specific, third‑party verified data.
What just went live
Farrell Furniture has published four product‑specific Environmental Product Declarations. The set covers a height‑adjustable desk, a four‑person workstation, a boat‑shaped conference table, and a six‑door locker unit. All four were issued by EPD Hub with current validity through 2030, using EPD Hub’s Core PCR v1.1 and NPCR 026 Part B for Furniture where applicable. An external LCA consultant supported development, which is often the fastest path for a first portfolio.
Why this portfolio fits their market
Farrell makes commercial furniture for modern offices and education, with desking, collaborative tables, and personal storage squarely in the spec path for fit‑outs. These are exactly the items that draw sustainability questions first. Having EPDs on desks, benches, tables, and lockers means specifiers can keep the line item rather than swapping to a different brand just to satisfy documentation. It sounds small, but it protects the whole furniture scheme.
Scope notes that matter to specifiers
Each declaration is tied to a defined product, not a generic family without clear bounds. That makes the data easier to reference in schedules and submittals, and it reduces back‑and‑forth about what is actually covered. If a project needs a specific workstation or table size, this kind of clarity speeds approvals alot.
Competitive snapshot, based on current public EPDs
Herman Miller shows workstation coverage with product EPDs for benching and height‑adjustable desks, issued by NSF International and currently listed through 2026. Teknion has casegoods and workspace EPDs, also via NSF International, current through late 2026. Bisley stands out on storage, with a broad locker and pedestal set published with EPD Hub and valid well into 2029. Against that backdrop, Farrell’s first four EPDs land in the middle of the action for desking, collaboration tables, and lockers. The net effect is simple. They are now playing on the same documented field as long‑established office brands.
Program operator choice
Publishing with EPD Hub aligns well for European and UK projects and is increasingly recognized by North American design teams. Operator selection rarely decides a bid, yet it can influence reviewer comfort and database visibility. Farrell’s choice keeps options open if future tenders ask for EN 15804 references alongside ISO 14025.
What this unlocks commercially
Product‑specific EPDs help teams avoid conservative default factors during whole‑building carbon tallies, which can create a penalty for products without declarations. When the documentation is ready on day one, sales can pursue projects that would otherwise be off‑limits or slow to convert. The signal to the market is clear. Farrell has entered the transparency arena and removed a common blocker from the conversation.
Where to find the documents
As of January 5, 2026, we could not locate a public EPD download page on farrellfurniture.com. Visibility is key. Adding a simple sustainability or resources page with direct PDF links, product names, and validity dates will help design teams and dealers move faster.
What’s next for momentum
Two moves tend to pay back quickly. First, round out seating with task chair EPDs, since chairs often make up the highest counts in office schedules. Second, expand the workstation line to cover common size and accessory variants under the same PCR, then publish a clean index so project teams can self‑serve. Keep the data collection engine running and renewal in view, and future updates become routine rather than a scramble.
The takeaway
Four first EPDs across desks, workstations, tables, and lockers is a sharp debut. In specs and bids, that coverage shifts Farrell from explainers to evidence. Competitors already show up with documents in these categories, and now so do they. That is how brands hold the spec and win the room, one verified PDF at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many EPDs did Farrell Furniture publish and which product types do they cover?
Four product‑specific EPDs covering a height‑adjustable desk, a four‑person workstation, a boat‑shaped conference table, and a six‑door locker unit. All were issued by EPD Hub and are current through 2030.
Which EPD Program Operator issued the declarations?
EPD Hub issued the first wave of EPDs for Farrell Furniture.
Were these created with an external LCA developer?
Yes, the EPDs were developed with support from an external LCA consultant, which is a common route for first releases.
How does this compare to competitors in similar categories?
Herman Miller and Teknion show current EPDs in workstations and casegoods, and Bisley has extensive storage EPD coverage. Farrell now presents comparable transparency across desks, collaboration tables, and lockers.
What should be done next to build on this momentum?
Publish EPDs for seating, widen coverage within the workstation line, and add a clearly labeled sustainability or resources page with direct EPD links and validity dates.
About the Author
Hazel Brooks is an editor at EPD Guide covering EPDs and the fast-evolving sustainability data landscape. She tracks program-operator updates, standards and guidance changes, and new EPD releases, connecting the dots across the market to report on trends, shifting expectations, and the competitive EPD landscape. Her work focuses on making complex data sets easier to navigate and access, so manufacturers and sustainability teams can act with clarity and confidence.
