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Built by You, Backed by ARDEX™

ARDEX Americas announced a new customer campaign earlier this year, “Built by You, Backed by ARDEX”, which incorporates elements from all segments of the business. The campaign draws inspiration from installers, contractors, designers and architects. It recognizes the commitment each has to the pursuit of excellence in their trade.

ARDEX is proud to back tradesmen and tradeswomen with a commitment to manufacturing exceptional products and systems. By expanding training opportunities, and standing behind product and system warranties, ARDEX places their customer at the forefront of their efforts.

“We’re excited to recognize our installers,” said Ben Mack, U.S. General Manager Sales and Marketing of ARDEX Americas. “Their remarkable dedication to installations that will stand the test of decades inspired us to launch this new campaign.”

“Built by You” is customer-centric and details the ways ARDEX is focused on meeting the needs of everyone, including contractors, business owners, architects and distributors. ARDEX is proud to back its customers with exceptional products for flooring, tiling and concrete applications, and support through project recommendations, industry-best warranties and timely, responsive training opportunities.

For more about “Built by You”, please visit the campaign landing page:  https://www.ardexamericas.com/built-by-you/

About ARDEX, A Leading Solution and Service Provider of Innovative Building Systems:
Recognized by installation experts, ARDEX is a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of high-performance specialty building products for all aspects of substrate preparation, floor covering, tile and stone installation systems and architectural concrete systems for commercial and residential applications. A family owned company, the ARDEX Group leads through local customer interaction striving for excellence in all that we do. For more information on ARDEX Americas, please http://www.ardexamericas.com or call 1-888-512-7339.

Concrete Coatings and Flooring Materials During Winter

During the cold winter months, flooring and other over-concrete applications can be especially challenging. From transport to storage to installation and cure, special care must be taken when substrate and ambient temperatures are cool.

Best practices include checking a product’s technical data for ideal storage and installation temperatures. The industry standard minimum temperature is 50°F (10°C) for ambient, substrate, and material temperatures. Cooler temperatures tend to lengthen drying and/or cure times for bonded materials. To facilitate drying, always circulate the air above the surface, and never blow air directly on the surface of a material as it cures.

Liquids

Typically, liquids such as epoxies, primers, additives and sealers should not be allowed to freeze. Always check a product’s technical data for confirmation, and check with the product’s manufacturer to see if frozen liquids can be evaluated for installation suitability. Damaged materials that cannot be installed should always be disposed of in accordance with prevailing regulations.

Powders

Most cementitious, polymer-modified powders, such as underlayments and toppings, are stable to freezing temperatures. However, it is typically advisable to store them at temperatures above 50°F (10°C). When very cold, polymers may not perform as intended, possibly resulting in product failure. Additionally, products may not have a workable consistency and will take longer to set.

For these types of powder materials, it is best practice to avoid installation when temperatures will fall below 40°F (5°C) within 48 hours after installation. It is also generally not recommended to use warm water to compensate for cold temperatures, as this can impair the workability of the products.

Adhesives

While most flooring adhesives are freeze/thaw stable (check the adhesive’s technical data for confirmation), it is typically necessary to protect them from excessively low temperatures and multiple freeze / thaw cycles. It is best practice to use heated transit and heated storage.

Check with the adhesive manufacturer to verify the recommended procedure for frozen materials. Often, adhesives can be thawed gradually at room temperature and installed, provided they resume their original consistency.

Temporary Heat

While tenting and temporary heat is always an option in colder temperatures, note that heat sources that use fossil fuels and heat sources that are not properly vented can leave behind oily, bond-breaking residues on the surface of the substrate. Properly vented propane or natural gas heaters are best. Check with product manufacturers to verify proper temporary heating methods.

 

by Tivona Schneider, Technical Communications Supervisor

Tivona has been with ARDEX since 2010. Her areas of expertise are product documentation and jobsite recommendations, and she has been certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration. Tivona and her team of technical writers produce all technical documentation for the company, including technical data sheets, labels, project-specific recommendations and technical updates.

 

 

The ARDEX Rapid Flooring Installation System

This year has brought many changes to the construction industry, and everyone who is involved with it. More than ever, installers need to respond to changing demands fast. At the same time, they need reliable, high quality products that get the job done right, the first time. ARDEX offers complete product systems, to help installers do their best work, at a pace that will keep installations on the fast track.

One recent addition to the ARDEX portfolio is the Rapid Flooring Installation System, which is the fastest system on the market, letting our customers install the finished floor in less than 3 hours! The system consists of three products, the primer ARDEX P 4TM, ARDEX K 40TM RAPID self-leveling underlayment and finally the roll-apply adhesive HENRY® 647 PlumPro.

ARDEX P 4 is a pre-mixed, multipurpose primer that can be used with ARDEX Tile & Stone products as well as most ARDEX Underlayments. It dries in as little as 30 minutes and has a white color to clearly identify primed areas and achieve optimal results.

The rapid, high flow self-leveling underlayment ARDEX K 40 RAPID can be used to level and smooth interior concrete, terrazzo, ceramic and quarry tile, epoxy coating systems and non-water-soluble adhesive residue on concrete. It levels from 1/8” (3 mm) up to 1” (24 mm) thick and it’s rapid dry technology lets you install flooring after only two hours.

The last step in the system is the HENRY 647 PlumPro Fast-Track, Roll-Apply Vinyl Flooring Adhesive. It’s moisture resistant up to 99% RH and dry-to-the-touch in just minutes.

The complete system solution from ARDEX is both, reliable and fast! For more information on the system, or the complete ARDEX product line-up, visit our website at www.ardexamericas.com.

 

 

 

ARDEX RECOGNIZED AT 2020 STARNET DESIGN AWARDS

ARDEX Americas was delighted to be recognized at the 2020 Starnet Commercial Flooring Design Awards across different categories. Starnet, the largest network of independent flooring contractors, is committed to raising the bar in the flooring industry. This year’s awards drew nearly 40 applications from flooring contractors who used ARDEX or HENRY products for their installation.

« ARDEX is grateful to be included in a number of prize-winning installations from across the country, » said Robert Dalton, ARDEX Manager of Strategic Partnerships. « Starnet’s Design Awards provide a welcome opportunity to recognize outstanding flooring contractors, and we are pleased to be a part of it. »

The winning installations that named ARDEX, or HENRY, as a preferred vendor are:

 

 

The Idea Garage – Studio B2SJ: ReSource Colorado
Gold Winner: Corporate

 

About ARDEX, A Global Innovation Leader in High Performance Specialty Building Materials:
Recognized by installation experts, ARDEX is a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of high-performance specialty building products for all aspects of substrate preparation, floor covering, tile and stone installation systems and architectural concrete systems for commercial and residential applications. As a family-owned company, the ARDEX Group leads through local customer interaction striving for excellence in all that we do. For more information about ARDEX Americas: www.ardexamericas.com, or call 724-203-5000.

Safety Milestone Celebrated at ARDEX Americas Dallas, Georgia Plant

The ARDEX Americas plant in Dallas, Georgia, just reached an important safety milestone: four years without an OSHA recordable incident. The team of about 25 employees celebrated with a southern shrimp luncheon. The plant, which produces both powders and adhesives, also celebrated over 10 years without a lost time incident. It was a job well done, demonstrating ARDEX’ commitment to safety in the workplace.

Introducing the Next Wave of HENRY® Flooring Adhesives: Building on Legendary Performance

Aliquippa, PA (April 26, 2018) – The W.W. Henry Company announced four new products today, the largest new product launch since the company was purchased by ARDEX Americas in 2001. Since 1933 the HENRY® brand has represented innovative, high-performance flooring adhesives and substrate preparation products, and this new line of products delivers on that tradition.

HENRY® 647 PlumPro™ Fast-Track, Roll-Apply Vinyl Adhesive is moisture resistant up to 95% RH and pressure-sensitive in just minutes. It can open to traffic immediately, and has an 8-hour working time. It’s unique, purple color is easy to see and allows the installer to achieve even coverage during application. Approved for use on all substrates, HENRY 647 can be used with commercial and residential installation of LVT and LVP, and fiberglass-encapsulated sheet vinyl.

Ed Masilunas, HENRY Business Manager, said, “HENRY 647 PlumPro was engineered for today’s demanding world of fast-track installations and remodels. Using HENRY 647, installers can install flooring minutes after application, flooring can be immediately opened to traffic and property owners can access the space as soon as the installer cleans up their tools.”

HENRY® 695 High RH Vinyl Flooring Adhesive is a pressure-sensitive or wet-set adhesive for the installation of LVT, LVP and vinyl-backed sheet flooring. It is moisture resistant up to 95% RH and has a 4-hour working time. Its versatility and overall performance make it suitable for all formats and sizes of vinyl-backed flooring.

HENRY® 422 Fortify Wet-set vinyl-backed flooring adhesive is a premium, high-strength adhesive for the permanent installation of vinyl-backed flooring. It is synthetic fiber-reinforced and is engineered to reduce LVT and LVP slippage during install.

HENRY 647 PlumPro, HENRY 695 and HENRY 422 Fortify are all elgible for HENRY’s Best 10-Year warranty and ARDEX Americas SystemOne warranty, when used in conjuction with select ARDEX substrate preparation products.

HENRY® 170 ‘The General’ Carpet Adhesive is a multipurpose adhesive designed for the installation fo commercial carpet in light traffic areas. It has extremely quick webbing and leg development, and installs Action Bac® and other common carpet backings, as well as felt-back sheet vinyl.

Masilunas added, “We’re thrilled to offer these four new innovative products – each of which has been designed to add new features and benefits to our existing adhesive line, while still delivering the exceptional quality that has come to be synonymous with the name HENRY.”

For more information on these products and their respective warranties, please visit www.ardexamericas.com or call 1-888-512-7339 to find a location to purchase near you.

 

A Global Innovation Leader in High Performance Specialty Building Materials:
Recognized by installation experts, ARDEX is a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of high-performance specialty building products for all aspects of substrate preparation, floor covering, tile and stone installation systems and architectural concrete systems for commercial and residential applications. A family owned company, the ARDEX Group leads through local customer interaction striving for excellence in all that we do.

ARDEX Americas Wins 10 Awards at 2018 Starnet Design Awards, Including 5 Gold

Aliquippa, PA, April 23, 2018 – ARDEX Americas is proud to be recognized at The Starnet Commercial Flooring Design Awards as a preferred vendor for 10 winners, including five gold awards. Starnet is the world’s largest network of full-service, independent flooring contractors, committed to the pursuit of excellence in the industry. The 20th Annual Starnet Design Awards recognizes outstanding commercial installations for their creative use of flooring, overall design and quality.

“We’re honored to be involved in so many of their year’s winning projects,” said Robert Dalton, ARDEX Director of Customer Operations and Commercial Excellence. “Starnet contractors’ commitment to installing exceptional floors mirrors ARDEX’ dedication to providing quality products that deliver consistent results.”

The 10 winning installations that named ARDEX as a preferred vendor included both ARDEX and HENRY products. HENRY, a division of ARDEX Americas, is a manufacturer of adhesives for all types of flooring installations. The five gold medal winners are:

ARDEX President Jesse David said, “ARDEX is proud of our long-standing partnership with Starnet, an organization dedicated to raising the bar in the flooring industry, and we look forward to many more years to come!”

To learn more about Starnet, visit www.starnetflooring.com. For event information and a complete list of winners, visit www.designawards.starnetflooring.com.


 


Starnet 2018 People’s Choice, Gold and Healthcare, Silver

 


Starnet 2018 Education, Gold (Preferred vendor, HENRY)

 


Starnet 2018 Healthcare, Gold

 


Starnet 2018 Environmental Achievement, Gold

 


Starnet 2018 Mixed-Use Developments, Gold

About ARDEX, A Global Innovation Leader in High Performance Specialty Building Materials:
Recognized by installation experts, ARDEX is a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of high-performance specialty building products for all aspects of substrate preparation, floor covering, tile and stone installation systems and architectural concrete systems for commercial and residential applications. As a family-owned company, the ARDEX Group leads through local customer interaction striving for excellence in all that we do. For more information about ARDEX Americas: www.ardexamericas.com, or call 724-203-5000.