Environmental Design + Construction - January 2009 - (Page 48)

SPOTLIGHT NORA SYSTEMS, INC. noraplan environcare 3.0 mm Expands to 48 Colors. UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE NICU UNIT The recent expansion of noraplan environcare 3.0 mm to 48 colors greatly increases the range of design possibilities with the environcare family of products, which also includes 2.0 mm and special al and acoustic products. So, it is easier than ever to carry a design throughout a facility without sacrificing the unique performance features that make noraplan environcare the floor covering of choice in many healthcare and educational settings. “We are thrilled to make these additional colors available to designers and architects,” said Andreas Mueller, vice president of sales at nora. “Now, the distinctive palette of soothing, nature-inspired colors that characterizes other environcare products can be applied in all key areas of a facility, ensuring a carefully coordinated, emotionally refreshing and welcoming interior design that meets the diverse demands of healthcare and educational facilities as well as other commercial environments.” Available in rolls or as tiles, noraplan environcare was developed in conjunction with architects, designers and representatives of Kaiser Permanente to specifically address the needs of today’s healthcare facilities. It offers a comprehensive healthcare solution for every application including emergency rooms, surgical suites, patient rooms, intensive care units, pediatric wards, etc. Naturally bacteriostatic and fungistatic, noraplan environcare products fulfill the highest requirements for rolling loads, sanitation, slip resistance, and resistance to chemicals and disinfectants such as betadine – allowing most spills to be removed easily without residual staining. The thicker environcare 3.0 mm product easily withstands the heavy rolling loads typical of trauma units, emergency departments, surgical suites and operating rooms, while providing the durability, underfoot comfort and sound-reducing properties so important to medical staff and educators. noraplan environcare 3.0 mm also features slip resistance in compliance with ASTM guidelines and is GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified, contributing to healthier indoor air. In addition, the floor’s dense, nonporous surface eliminates the need for waxing or sealing to ensure easy maintenance. The line also includes specialty products like noraplan environcare acoustic, which effectively absorbs sounds associated with rolling carts, creating a quieter, more restful environment. noraplan environcare acoustic is ideal for areas like NICU/PICU units and corridors, because it’s comfortable to stand on and has a high footfall sound absorption up to 20 dB. And, noraplan environcare al keeps static generation consistently lower than 10 V (ESD STM 97.2), so it is perfect for use in rooms with electronic devices and equipment that must be protected from static discharge. Extremely durable, noraplan environcare al is resistant to most oils and grease and can also withstand the heavy rolling loads of carts and portable machines. Many of the same qualities make noraplan environcare a great choice for school and university applications. Moreover, it is GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified, GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified for Children and Schools, and meets the South Coast (CA) Air Quality Management District 1168 Rule 51. This low-VOC, PVC-free floor covering solution offers all of these great qualities while allowing designers and specifiers virtually unlimited design flexibility. To see the complete range of color patterns and product options, visit www.norarubber.com. For more information: Carol Fudge Toll-free: 1-800-332-NORA Phone: (978) 689-0530 www.norarubber.com 48 ed+c J A N UA R Y 09 http://www.norarubber.com http://www.norarubber.com

Table of Contents Feed for the Digital Edition of Environmental Design + Construction - January 2009

Environmental Design + Construction - January 2009 Contents Web TOC Editor's Note Newsline New + Notable Civic Responsibility Readers’ Choice Awards Success Story 2009 Manufacturer Spotlights Feeling Right at Home Marketplace + Classifieds Advertiser's Index Parting Shot

Environmental Design + Construction - January 2009

For optimal viewing of this digital publication, please enable JavaScript and then refresh the page. If you would like to try to load the digital publication without using Flash Player detection, please click here.