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TOPFLOOR The ideal low shrinkage flooring solution
BENEFITS Sustainable Compared to traditional steel mesh or steel fibre reinforced concrete, TOPFLOOR can reduce CO 2 emissions by up to 20%. Reduced thickness Its enhanced flexural strength enables the installation of a more efficient flooring section. Less joints Saw joints can be spaced out to 20m x 20m without the requirement for steel. Ease TOPFLOOR can be placed using conventional laserscreed methods and traditional finishing processes. Faster working Time is saved through early powertrowelling and joint cutting, while high compressive strength means slab loading can begin at just 14 days. Durable TOPFLOOR is highly durable without surface treatment, achieving BS-8204 standard.
Cost-effective Less material usage, high surface durability and lower maintenance costs can significantly reduce whole life costs. DURABILITY TOPFLOOR provides superior flexural and compressive strength without the need for steel reinforcement. HOW IT WORKS TOPFLOOR is a low shrinkage concrete for use in ground bearing slabs. Extremely durable, with very high abrasion and impact resistance, it provides superior flexural and compressive strength, without the need for steel or mesh reinforcement. Reduces shrinkage, time and costs The mechanical and shrinkage properties of TOPFLOOR enable the design of thinner and unreinforced slabs, with increased joint spacing at 20mx20m (400m²). Construction can be shortened through early power-trowelling and joint cutting, while slabs can be loaded from just 14 days. The drastic reduction of joints, limited curling and high surface durability combine to deliver substantial savings in maintenance and whole life costs. High strength durability Combine low oxygen permeability and low water porosity with high compressive and flexural strength, and you have a flooring solution that is designed to last.
INSPIRED SOLUTIONS FOR INTERNAL FLOORS
Subjected to all types of wear from heavy machinery, abrasive oils and high point loads, TOPFLOOR is a proven solution for internal industrial and commercial floors. Typical Applications TOPFLOOR is breakthrough technology, meeting the market s need, based on the understanding of hydration, shrinkage and the cracking associated with a concrete floor s structural behaviour. The unique patented TOPFLOOR solution uses crack control concrete technology offering a tangible advantage for floor designers, contractors and end users. Waste and recycling Warehouses Factories and industrial units
Tarmac is committed to providing construction materials and solutions that make a positive contribution to the built environment. By working closely with our customers, together we can reduce the environmental footprint of projects and deliver innovative, more sustainable solutions. We take a whole life approach, addressing not only the extraction, manufacture and transport of our products but also consider their sustainable performance in use and opportunities for reuse and recycling at end of life. We use management systems certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 across our operations to continuously improve social, economic and environmental performance. Our commitment to support our customers and provide sustainable solutions is further demonstrated by certification across our product range to BES 6001, the framework standard for Responsible Sourcing and 5* accreditation in the Achilles Building Confidence scheme. TOPFLOOR CONCRETE The number of materials required for the floor make up are minimised due to the removal of steel Resource efficiency created through enhanced compressive and flexural strength enables thinner section floor design Maintenance costs and time are reduced due to fewer saw cut joints Minimisation of joints creates safety, durability and maintenance benefits in highly used areas e.g. warehouses Due to its durability, early loading of the TOPFLOOR slab can be considered Compared to alternative products such as traditional concrete with steel mesh/fibres there is a 20% reduction in CO 2 Due to the absence of steel, TOPFLOOR can be fully recycled at the end of its life. COMMITMENT Tarmac converts over 6.5 million tonnes of construction and industry waste into new products each year.
ASSURANCE FAQs TOPFLOOR provides superior flexural and compressive strength. Why choose TOPFLOOR over steelreinforced concrete? TOPFLOOR is fast to lay and load, costeffective with reduced maintenance and material costs and more sustainable reducing CO 2 emissions by up to 20%. How long does it last? TOPFLOOR is highly durable, requires no surface treatment and has a high abrasion resistance achieving BS-8204: part 2 2002. How does it reduce shrinkage and cracking? Due to TOPFLOOR S mix design technology conventional concrete shrinkage of 550-880 micro metres per metre is reduced to 250-350 micro metres per metre with TOPFLOOR. What are the sustainability benefits? Compared to traditional steel mesh or steel fibre reinforced concrete, TOPFLOOR reduces CO 2 emissions by up to 20%. How much time can be saved? TOPFLOOR can be placed fast using conventional laserscreed methods. Time is also saved through early power-trowelling and joint cutting, while slab loading can begin at just 14 days. What technical support will I receive? To ensure the full benefit of TOPFLOOR is delivered, Tarmac work exclusively with a selected number of industrial flooring contractors who in conjunction with ourselves will answer your project requirements. What are the potential cost savings? Less material usage and lower maintenance costs can significantly reduce the project s whole life costs, while the high surface durability provides a longer lasting floor.
MORE ANSWERS For more information about Tarmac TOPFLOOR contact your local regional office or visit TARMAC.COM/TOPFLOOR +44 (0) 800 1 218 218 topfloor@tarmac.com