Toronto-based Metropolitan Floors is challenging misleading acoustic rating requirements in condominiums, warning that increasingly demanding Impact Insulation Class (IIC) standards are often unattainable in real-world conditions. The company aims to educate industry stakeholders about the gap between laboratory test results and actual building performance.
The founding members of the joint venture NSP Panels and More LLC—Franz Neuhofer, owner and managing director, FN Neuhofer; Marco Seitner, owner and director of the board, SELIT North America Inc.; and David Pritchard, owner and president of Pak-Lite Inc., are pleased to announce the appointmen Ed Bass to CEO.
Super Sam 125 is a thin, (approx.1/8" thick), self-adhering, self-healing, sound-deadening sheet membrane designed for use under floor surfaces that require impact and audible sound reduction.
Scotchgard Guardian is designed for use under luxury vinyl tile, multilayered flooring products such as rigid core and wood polymer composite, and engineered and solid hardwood flooring.
Amorim’s Acousticork T66 performance underflooring provided thermal and acoustic insulation and impact reduction in the luxury real-estate development, Central Peak, in Hong Kong.
With people regularly listing poor acoustics as the top criticism of their work environment, Tarkett focused its efforts on developing a resilient floor covering that would reduce distractions and foster productivity.
Acousticork by Amorim underlayments offer high performance, protect the building's floor and guarantee the ability to withstand high and variable loads. When installed under a floor, the underlayments provide greater comfort, protection and longevity, whether for ceramic, wood, LVT or laminated floors.
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