NOTE: Some of these manufacturers as well as manufacturers not listed may produce materials, which are dimensionally unstable, exhibit some degree of dimensional dynamics by characteristic or exposure to vapor transmission, are extremely sensitive to telegraphing or employ an ineffective scrim. Therefore it is recommended that the manufacturer be contacted to inquire about the characteristics of the flooring material being considered, as the warranty attached to this system does not cover such issues. The adhesive manufacturing industry has established 11 quality control standards for manufacturers. SI-UltraTac 200™ rates as superior in all 11 standards and adds 2 new standards, which no other company is currently providing.
1. **** AGING SI-UltraTac 200™ maintains ultimate performance regardless of age.
2. **** BRIDGING SI-UltraTac 200™ has tested superior for gaps and dips between two substrates.
3. **** ADHESION SI-UltraTac 200™ has equal to or more strength of bond than competitive adhesives.
4. **** WETTING SI-UltraTac 200™ maximizes the points of contact between adhesive and substrate.
5. **** COHESION SI-UltraTac 200™' s internal strength to bond to itself is excellent.
6. **** OPEN TIME SI-UltraTac 200™ is a wet set. Open time is 15 – 30 minutes.
7. **** CONTROLLED ABSORPTION SI-UltraTac 200™ surface attachment is a key element contributing to success.
8. **** CONSISTENCY/VISCOSITY SI-UltraTac 200™ exhibits excellent ability to spread and ease of application.
9. **** MILDEW RESISTANCE SI-UltraTac 200™ is mildew resistant, preventing bacteria and contamination.
10. **** LEGGING SI-UltraTac 200™'s ability to tenaciously bond is excellent and will not dead set.
11. **** FREEZE/THAW RESISTANCE SI-UltraTac 200™ has been tested and proven that it cannot freeze/thaw and still be stable.
The two additional standards that no other manufacturer offers: 12. **** MOISTURE RESISTANT SI-UltraTac 200 is moisture resistant with stability to 8 lb of moisture emissions. 13. **** WARRANTY SI-UltraTac 200 is the first adhesive with a 5-year warranty. Product performance rating scale: * - Unacceptable / **- Below Standard / *** - Standard / **** - Superior Standard At the time of publication Sealflex Industries, Inc. is not aware of any other manufacturer offering a 5 year warranty with a stability of up to 8 lb of moisture resistance. |