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Flexible tiles and planks FOR POST-PANDEMIC OFFICES

T he exibility of carpet tiles and planks allows designers to experiment with different spatial options – a capacity which is most important in the COVID-19 o ce environment. Tiles and planks can help de ne areas such as meeting points, activity or quiet zones, way- nding design, and how to use ooring creatively to demarcate social distancing. KBAC Flooring now stocks the Danish producer, Ege’s new The Highline Express Tile Collection, which takes full advantage of exibility to adapt to diverse requirements.

With ooring more important than ever in architectural and interior design, tiles and planks are now recognised as important materials for the o ce of today. The new range from Ege is designed to optimise space, functionality and to meet the needs of employees, with design options that bring emotions and senses into play. Highline Express designs are available in square 48x48cm and 96x96cm tiles and with the addition of the rectangular 24x96cm plank, there is scope to combine the three options to create unique ooring.

The Highline Express Tile Collection offers many standard designs that can be recoloured and produced in one of six different cut or loop qualities. In production, Ege uses its own blend of New Zealand wool renowned for creating a healthy and comfortable indoor environment. Sustainability is a keyword in the new range as Ege’s Highline Express ooring is made with Econyl yarn derived from abandoned shing nets and other industrial waste; and tted Ege’s patented Ecotrust tile backing, produced from old plastic bottles. 

The functional heavy duty impact traffic door

T he Apex SR 9000 heavy duty impact tra c door combines functionality with longevity and allows easy movement of pedestrians and goods. The locally manufactured door also manages to blend into any environment as a result of its sleek, modern design. Many market sectors require an attractive looking door, but need one that is robust and can withstand constant tra c moving through the opening. This is according to Wim Dessing, sales executive at Apex Strip Curtains & Doors, who says this particular insulated tra c door has found popularity as it is also a cost effective option.

Standard vision panels, constructed from 3 mm clear polycarbonate sheeting, are available in a number of custom sizes and are scratch-resistant and UBC compatible for enhanced visibility. Windows can be mounted in various

positions on the door, and double pane vision panels can be installed for use in refrigerated areas.

Dessing says wear is always an issue on impact doors, and to prevent excessive wear on the perimeter edges the door panels are bull nosed with a minimum radius of 8 mm. This signi cantly reduces maintenance on the doors. The Apex SR 9000 doors are mounted on an internal

“We actually nd that customers often specify this particular door upfront, as it has an established reputation for quality construction and durability,” he says. The door is manufactured from a 3 mm ABS skin which retains its physical properties down to temperatures of minus 40°C. The low maintenance skin is impervious to moisture, acids, petroleum

welded steel perimeter with corner gussets, using a CMI type ‘V’ gravity hinging system. Gasket keys are moulded in place and retain gasketing without the use of screws, rivets or other fasteners. High bumpers are also tted to the door panel to further absorb impact from forklift trucks and carts. This also reduces stress on hardware and mount assemblies. 

products, animal fats, rodent, insects and salt solutions. The door’s insulation characteristics are enhanced by its high-density, non- CFC urethane foam core. The patented honeycomb framework and exible urethane foam insulation provide optimum stability and superior soundproo ng qualities.

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CONSTRUCTION WORLD NOVEMBER 2020