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Contents02-03 Introduction
04-05 Fortress
06-07 eBand
08-09 Base
10-11 GIFAfloorfromKnauf
12-13 Pedestals
14-15 Accessoriesand TemporarySiteProtection
16-17 Finishes
18 FireBarrier
19 Cuttingoutthejargon
SolidFoundationsforBusinessEurodek® Raised Access Floors present the ideal solution to the ever increasing demands of modern interior fit-out projects in today’s fast paced environment.
Thedevelopmentoftechnologyandchangesincustomerrequirementsmeansthataversatileandhighperformancesolutionisrequiredtoeliminatecostlyrepositioningofserviceswithintheworkplace.
Eurodek’sRaisedAccessFloorsolutionsfacilitatethedeliveryofpower,telecoms,dataandotherservicespreciselywhererequiredandpermiteasyre-configurationofinteriors.
Aperfectplatformforbusiness,Eurodek’sRaisedAccessFloorsaredesignedtomeetthemostdemandingofnewbuildorrefurbishmentbriefs,providingacosteffectiveandflexiblesolution.Whetherusedforcommercialoffices,hospitals,ITsuitesorreceptionareas,thereisaEurodek®RaisedAccessFlooringSystemproducttosatisfyanyproject.
eBand
Base
Fortress
ApplicationsProducts
Fortress(pages4-5)
eBand(pages6-7)
Base(pages8-9)
GIFAfloor(pages10-11)
Callcentres • •Controlrooms • ••Officeareas •• •• •Datacentres • ••Education&healthcare • • •FireSensitiveAreas ••Levellingsolution • •Publicbuildings •• •Receptions&LiftAreas •Retail • • •WetAreas ••
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Where to use Eurodek® Raised Access Floors
Theapplicationselectortableprovidesguidanceonthepaneltypetouseandwheretofindmoredetailinthisbrochure:
Quality & Standards
Eurodek®RaisedAccessFloorsystemsareconstructedfromhighqualitymaterialstomeet
thestringentspecificationstandardsofBSEN12825&PSAMOBPF2PS/SPU.
ThechipboardsourcedfortheEurodekBaseandFortresssystemshasFSC®ChainofCustodycertificationforpeaceofmindwhenitcomestoproductsbeingfromwellmanagedsources.
Comprehensive Choice
AwidechoiceoffinishesisavailablefromEurodek,designedtocomplementanyinteriordesignschemeorcorporateguidelines.Aselectionofthefinishesavailableisshownonpages16-17.
Technical Support & Service
Fullytrainedstaffhavetheexpertknowledgeandexperiencetosupportanyprojectandextensivestocksofallcoreproductsareheld,readyforimmediatedeliverynationwide.
Fordesignersandspecifiers,EurodekproductsarelistedwithintheRIBANBSPlusspecificationsystem.
For the latest up to date information, please visit the Eurodek® website: www.accessfloors.net
Whyuseanaccessfloor?Accessible floor systems offer both the user and the building owner great flexibility on how the workspace can be used and reconfigured. The ability to route and re-route services, such as data and power delivers great versatility. Eurodek® offers the following advantages.
• Creates an open plan, versatile and flexible environment
• Durable, cost effective solution for current and future business requirements
• Delivers power, telecoms, data and other services precisely where required
• Facilitates rapid and easy re-configuration, with minimal disruption
• Provides passive ventilation or conditioned air options
• Offers a wide choice of high quality, durable and aesthetic floor finishes
eBand
Key:Highlysuitable••Suitable•
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The Eurodek® Fortress range consists of gravity loose lay panels, encapsulated in corrosion resistant galvanised steel, with a high density chipboard core, ideally suited to a wide range of applications, where strength and long life are the primary concerns.
Mechanicalstitchingwithintheuniquelidtotraylockingsystemgivesstrengthandintegritytothepanelsdesign.Thepanelshaveagalvanisedsteelbottomtraywithanoutturnedprofile.Thesteellidisthenrolledaroundthelowerprofilecreatingalocked,doublelayerofsteel.
Eurodek®FortressLockscrewdownpanelsarealsoavailable,providingextrasecuritywhererequiredandgreaterintegrityforhighvoids.Allpanelsaresuppliedbaretoacceptanappropriatelooselayfinish.
TheuniquedesignofFortressmeansthatthepanelsachieveavarietyofclassifications.TheFortresspanelmeetsBSEN12825Classes5A3,3A3and2A3whenusedwiththeEurodek®HDandXDrangeofpedestalsandPSAMOBPF2PS/SPU–mediumgrade.
ThechipboardsourcedfortheFortressrangeofpanelshasFSC®ChainofCustodycertification.
Applications
Call Centres
Control Rooms
Office Areas
Data Centres
Education and Healthcare
Public Buildings
Retail
F O R T R E S S
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TechnicalInformation
PSA BSEN Class 3 BSEN Class 2
Size 600x600mm 600x600mm 600x600mm
Thickness 31mm 31mm 31mm
Weight 10Kg Approx9Kg Approx9Kg
Core HighDensityChipboard
Casing CorrosionResistantGalvanisedSteel
Performance PSAMOBPF2PS/SPUMediumGrade
BSEN12825:2001-Class3A3
BSEN12825:2001-Class2A3
Point/Working Load (25mm2) 3kN 2.8kN 2.5kN
Uniformly Distributed Load 8kN/m2 - -
Ultimate Load (in excess of) - 8kN 6kN
BSEN Reference 5A3 3A3 2A3
Fire Rating Class0
Electrical Continuity Yes Yes Yes
Fulltestdataisavailableonrequest.AllFortresssystemsareavailableasFortressLock(Fortress5A3suppliedasstandardwithfulltestdata).
Performance advantages
Tested and certified to BSEN 12825 class 5A3, 3A3 and 2A3
Tested and certified to PSA MOB PF2 PS/SPU – medium grade
Unique design for added strength and durability
Solid feel underfoot
Corrosion resistant for long life
Fortress Lock version for security or additional rigidity at high voids
Supplied bare to accept any loose lay floor covering
Fortress
Fortress Lock
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The Eurodek® eBand system consists of a gravity loose lay panel with a high density chipboard core, sheet steel base (and top sheet on Heavy Grade (HG) panels). The protective PVC/ABS edge band makes the panels suitable for applications which require a medium or high load bearing capacity.
HeavyGradepanelsaresuppliedbothwithbondedvinylfinishesorbaretoacceptawiderangeoflooselayfloorcoveringsandmeetBSEN12825class6A3andPSAMOBPF2PS/SPU–HeavyGradestandards.
MediumGradepanelssuppliedasstandardwithaSteelGreyfactorybondedantistaticvinylcoveringprovidingahardwearingfinishforappropriateapplications.eBandMediumGradepanelsachievecertificationtoBSEN12825class4A3andPSAMOBPF2PS/SPU–mediumgradewhenusedwithEurodekXDrangeofpedestals.
Applications
Call Centres
Control Rooms
Data Centres
Education and Healthcare
Public Buildings
Retail
e B A N D
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Performance advantages
Manufactured to BSEN 12825 Classifications: HG Bare: 6A3, HG Vinyl: 6A3, MG Vinyl: 4A3
Tested and certified to PSA MOB PF2 PS/SPU – medium OR heavy grade
Discreet yet strong edge detail for durability
Solid feel underfoot
Bare panels accept factory bonded carpet, laminate and other coverings where required
eBand bare
eBand with bonded vinyl covering
TechnicalInformation
ED39EB ED40EB-5030 ED41EB-5030
Size 600x600mm 600x600mm 600x600mmThickness 39mm 40mm 41mmWeight 13.6Kg 13Kg 13.6KgCore 38mmdeep,highdensitychipboard,classE2twoconductivespringsCasing CorrosionResistantGalvanisedSteel
Top (sheet steel) 0.4mm - 0.4mmBase (sheet steel) 0.8mm 0.8mm 0.8mmEdges (PVC/ABS) 0.6mm 0.6mm 0.6mm
Floor Covering n/a AntistaticVinylcolour-5030SteelGreyPerformance PSAMOBPF2PS/SPU
PSAHeavyGrade PSAMediumGrade PSAHeavyGradePoint/Working Load (25mm2) 4.5kN 3kN 4.5kNUniformly Distributed Load 12kN/m2 8kN/m2 12kN/m2
Performance BSEN12825Class 6 4 6Safety Factor 4 3 4Deflection Class AllpanelsaredeflectionclassAunderapplicationofworkingloadFire Rating Class0Electrical Continuity Yes Yes Yes
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Eurodek’s Base Range is available in both light and medium duty. This gravity loose lay raised access floor system is manufactured from high density chipboard. Suitable for all commercial office and general use applications, these panels are ideal where cost is the primary concern in a project.
TheBaserangeisavailableasstandard38mmdeeppanelswith30mmpanelsavailableonrequest.PanelsaremanufacturedinaccordancewithEN312-6:2003standards.Thepanelissuppliedbaretoacceptawiderangeoflooselayfloorcoverings.
Eurodek’sBaserangehasFSC®ChainofCustodycertification,usingchipboardfromwellmanagedsources.
Applications
Office Areas
Levelling Solution
B A S E
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Performance advantages
Meets the manufacturing requirements of EN 312-6 :2003
Cost competitive system
High density chipboard for strength
Light weight for ease of lifting
Accepts a wide variety of loose lay floor coverings
Bare Base Panel
TechnicalInformation
Light Duty Medium Duty
Size 598x598mm 598x598mm
Thickness 30mm 38mm
Weight 6.8Kg 8.6Kg
Core 30mmdeep,highdensitychipboard
38mmdeep,highdensitychipboard
Performance Tested&ConditionedinaccordancewithBSEN312:2003.ManufacturedtoEN312-6:2003
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The Knauf Integral GIFAfloor system is a partial-access floor system using natural gypsum based (calcium sulphate) tongue & groove panel installed on a conventional 600mm grid access floor under structure. Once installed, the floor is flat and smooth and joints will not track through the applied finish, and access can be incorporated with conventional access floor panels or access frames.
Manufacturedfromhighlycompressedcalciumsulphate,thispanelisofahomogenousmonolithicmaterialidealforapplicationswhereacousticpropertiesanddurabilityareparamount.GIFAfloorisalsotheidealreplacementforfloorscreedparticularlyinmulti-storeyprojectswherecostandtimesavingsareessential.
KnaufIntegralGIFAfloorF181singlelayerisIdealforraisedfloorareasrequiringcontinuousfinishessuchassheetvinyl,rubberorlinoleum.Forhardfinishessuchasstoneandceramic,F182double-layerorF183triple-layerGIFAfloorprovidesuperbstability.
Applications
Office Areas
Education and Healthcare
Fire Sensitive Areas
Levelling Solution
Receptions and Lift Areas
Retail
Wet Areas
G I FA F L O O R
GIFAfloor tongue and groove construction
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Performance advantages
Tested and certified to BSEN 13213
1200x600mm format for quick installation and superb stability
Solid feel underfoot
Inert material up to F60 fire resistant
Completely dry system
Excellent alternative to screed
Accessible void via run of conventional panels or access hatch
GIFAfloor supplied bare to accept a wide range of finishes
TechnicalInformation
F181 Single Layer F182 Double Layer
Size 1200x600mm&600x600mm
Thickness* 28mm 32mm
Weight 42Kg 48Kg
Core CalciumSulphate
Performance BSEN13213
Point Load (25mm2) Class3 Class5
Uniformly Distributed Load n/a
Fire RatingA1toEN13501-1
F30/F60resistance
Electrical Continuity n/a
*Otherthicknessesavailableonrequest
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XD Pedestals
Eurodek’sXDpedestalscomprisefullsteelpedestalsdesignedtomeettherequirementsofmediumtoextraheavydutyapplicationsforEurodek®raisedfloorsystems,andprovideanidealsolutionwhereextrarigidityorgreaterfloorheightsarerequired.
MD Pedestals
Eurodek’sMDpedestalrangearefullsteelpedestalsdesignedtomeettherequirementsoflighttomediumdutyapplicationsforEurodek®raisedfloorsystems.
Pedestals, sometimes referred to as ‘up-stands’ or ‘legs’, are an integral part of any raised access floor system. The Eurodek® Raised Access Floor system incorporates a wide selection of different grade pedestals, available in a variety of heights from 26mm to achieve many finished floor levels.
Constructedfromcorrosionresistantsteel,allEurodek®pedestalsincorporatealockingnuttoofferapositionlockingfacility,andaremanufacturedforusewithallEurodek®RaisedAccessFloorSystems.
Eurodek®pedestalscanbesuppliedwithavarietyofholecentres,slottedtotakestringers,orwithangleheadswherefloorrampsarerequired.
HD Pedestals
Eurodek’sHDpedestalrangecomprisesfullsteelpedestalsdesignedtomeettherequirementsofmediumtoheavydutyapplicationsforEurodek®raisedfloorsystems.
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Gaskets
AllEurodek®pedestalscanbeusedwiththefullEurodek®gasket(orcap)range.Gaskettypesvarydependentonthepanel&systemapplication.
•FortressTsectionGasket•StandardGasketsuitableforstringers•BaseGasket
Stringers
Stringersareavailablethateitherclip-onorbolt-ontopedestalheadstoprovideenhancedlateralstrengthandstability.Theyarenecessarywherehighfinishedfloorheights(recommendedover600mm)arerequired.
Base Gasket
Standard Gasket suitable for Stringers
Fortress T Section Gasket
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ACCESSORIES & TEMPORARY SITE PROTECTION
1 Air Grilles
AirGrillesareavailablewhereaircirculationisrequired.Easilyinterchangeablewithstandardpanels,airgrillesareidealforcontrollingairflowincontrolroomsanddatacentres.Madetoorderandcanincludedampers.
2 Floor Sealer
AwaterbasedPVAfloorsealertopreparethefloorsurfaceandsuppressmoistureanddust.
3 One Part Pedestal Adhesive
Suppliedin9Kgtubs,onepartpedestaladhesiveisconvenientandeasytousetobondpedestalstopre-sealedconcretefloors.
4 Two Part Pedestal Adhesive
TwoPartsolvent-freepolyurethaneadhesiveisalsoavailablefromEurodek®,speciallydesignedforbondingpedestalstopre-sealedconcretefloors.
5 Lifting Tools
Arangeofliftingtoolsisavailableforusewithbarepanelsorpanelswithcarpet,vinylorlaminatebondedfloorcoverings.
6 Aluminium Tape & Foam Strip
Moistureresistantandclass‘O’fireresistantaluminiumtapeforsealingtheedgesofcutpanelsandClass‘O’fireresistantfoamstripfortheperimeterpanels,tofillthegapbetweenthepanelandtheabutment.
7 Outlet Boxes
Outletboxesareavailabletohousepower,dataandtelecomaccessorieswhereoptimumflexibilityisrequired.Othersizesareavailableonrequest.
8 Grommets
Flooringgrommetsareavailabletoallowprotectedaccesstocablesthroughtheraisedaccessfloor.
9 Lasers
Awiderangeofhighvisibility,selflevellinginteriorlasers,suitableforreachingtherequiredconsistentfloorheight,isavailablefromyourlocalEurodek®stockist.
10 Carpet Protection Film
Manufacturedfromatoughpolythenefilmwithaspeciallowtackadhesiveback,carpetprotectionfilmisidealforprotectingcarpetsonatemporarybasiswithoutcreatingatriphazard.Dispensersarealsoavailableonrequest.
11 Tack Mats
HeavyDutyRubberFramedTackMatsaresuitableforentrancestosensitiveareas.Consistingof30layersofnon-transferableresinoneachmat,loosedirtparticlesareretainedintheresintokeepentrancesclear.
12 Twin Shield
Twin-walllightweightpolypropyleneboardssuitableforprotectionofalltypesofflooring.Durable,impactresistantandwater/chemicalproof,TwinShieldalsoconformstoLPS1207FlameRetardantstandardsandiseasilyandquicklycutorcreasedtofitonsite.
13 Overshoes & Dispensers
Light,durable,non-stainingandbiodegradableovershoesareavailabletoprovidegripandpreventslippingonmanyfloorsurfaces.Suitableuptosize14shoesandsize12onriggerboots.Dispenserandcarrycasealsoavailable.
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Eurodek can supply an extensive choice of raised access floor coverings to create the desired effect or harmonise with existing interior finishes. Sample floor finishes can be requested from Eurodek® stockists to ensure the raised access flooring panels match the aesthetic and practical requirements of any project.
F L O O R C O V E R I N G S
Vinyl
Eurodek’sRaisedAccessFloorsofferawiderangeofanti-staticvinylfloorcoverings(themostpopularshownhere).Factorybondedvinylissteelgreyasstandard;however,anextensiverangeofadditionalvinylfinishesisavailable,onextendedleadtimes,uponrequest.
Sparepadsandsheetvinylarealsoavailableforrampareas.
Steel Grey WoodgladeTeal
Ocean BlueGolden Sand
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Carpet
Eurodek®offersawidevarietyoflooselaycarpettilesinbothloopandcutpile(themostpopularshownhere)tocomplementthebarefinishedpanels.Thefullrangeofoptionsisavailableonrequest.Looselaytilesallowquickandeasyreplacementforverylittleexpense.
•LooseLaySigma(LoopPile)
•LooseLayGeneration(CutPile)
Anti-staticfactorypre-bondedcarpetpanelscanberequestedonlongerleadtimeswhereimmediateaccesstothesubfloorisrequired.
PVCsit-onskirtingandstairnosingcanbesuppliedtofinishtheproject.
Other finishes
Thefollowingnon-stockbondedfinishesareavailabletoorderonlongerleadtimes.
•Highpressurelaminate
•Woodeffectpanels
•Studdedandplainrubber
•Checkerplatemetalfinishes
For full details of Eurodek® finishes, please visit the Eurodek® website at www.accessfloors.net
Pleasenote:Everyefforthasbeenmadetogiveatruerepresentationofthefinishesshown,howeverEurodek®cannotguarantee100%accuracyduetotheconstraintsoftheprintingprocess.
Loose Lay Sigma (Loop Pile)
Loose Lay Generation (Cut Pile)
Barley
Cloud
Red
Stone
High Pressure Laminate
Studded Rubber
Wood Effect
Metal Checker Plate
Dark Green
Lead
Slate
Sunlight
Evening Blue
Ocean
Granite
Sky Blue
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F I R E B A R R I E R
Eurodek® Under Floor Fire Barrier is a high density mineral wool and foil faced fire, smoke and acoustic barrier for raised access floor voids.
Suppliedbothcuttosizeorinslabform,thefirebarrierissuitableforvoidsbetween15mmand1000mmandcanprovideupto120minutesfireresistance,preventingthepassageofflameandsmokethroughthevoid.
Eurodek’sFireBarrieralsohasacousticpropertiestoreduceflankingtransmissionofsoundthroughthevoidbyatleast9dB.Wherethebarrierisinstalledbeneathapartitionlineintoanimperforatetimberbasedaccess
floorsystemofatleast30mmthickness,withfloorcoveringover,theroomtoroomsoundreductiononthepathofthefirebarrierwillbeatleast45dB.
Performance advantages
1. Subdivision of large uninterrupted cavities.
i) To comply with Building Regulations – 30 minutes integrity plus 15 minutes insulation.
ii) To comply with LPC Design Guides – 30 minutes integrity plus 30 minutes insulation.
2. Alignment under a partition, to maintain partition rating.
i) 30 minute partition – 30 minutes integrity plus 30 minutes insulation.
ii) 60 minute partition – 60 minutes integrity plus 60 minutes insulation.
iii) 120 minute partition – 120 minutes integrity plus 120 minutes insulation.
Type Fire Resistance
Barrier Thickness
Max Void Supported
Max Void Unsupported
No.of Slabs per carton (slab size mm)
No.of Slabs per pallet (slab size mm)
1/2 hr RAF barrier 30mins 50mm 250mm 600mm 9(1200x600) 36(1200x1200)
1hr RAF Barrier 60mins 75mm 400mm 600mm 6(1200x600) 24(1000x1200)
2hr RAF Barrier 120mins 100mm 400mm 600mm 4(1200x600) 18(1000x1200)
High Void RAF Barrier 30-60mins 150mm 600mm 1000mm n/a 9(1000x1200)
4hrRAFBarriersareavailable,pleasecontactus.N.B75mmforvoids401to600mmand100mmforvoids401to600mm
Detailed acoustic test results and full installation instructions are available on request.
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C U T T I N G O U T T H E J A R G O N
In the UK and Europe the recognised marks of quality and performance standards are indicated by BSEN and PSA certifications.
BSEN Specification
ThisspecificationisnowrecognisedasaBritishStandard–BSEN12825,approvedbyCENasavoluntaryspecificationforprivateprojectsandmandatorypublicprojects.
BSENspecificationclassifiesRaisedAccessFloorsbasedontheloadatwhichfailureoccurs,referredtoastheultimateload.Thisclassificationisalsobasedonachosensafetyfactoranddeflectionunderworkingload.Forexampleaclass3A3panelmeans
3=UltimateLoad–thepointatwhichthe systemwouldcollapseA=DeflectionClass3=SafetyFactor
BSENclassificationisbaseduponthepanel’sactualstructuralperformanceandnotagainstpre-setcriteriaasperthePSAspecification.
PSA Specification
ThePSAspecificationisalongestablishedperformancestandardusedbythePropertyServicesAgencyandnowreferredtoasMOBPF2PS/SPUoutlininggradesofraisedaccessfloor,light,mediumandheavy.
ThePSAspecificationoutlinesamethodoftestforstructuralperformance.Thisensurescomplianceandprovidesguidanceastotheworkingareaswhereeachfloorgrademaybeused.PointLoadandUniformlyDistributedLoadareusedhere.
Void
Thespacebetweentheundersideofaraisedaccessfloorandtheexistingsub-floor,sometimesreferredtoasthecavityorplenum
Finished Floor Height
Thefinishedfloorheightfromthesub-floor,voidheightandpanelthicknesscombined
Sub-Floor
TheexistingflooruponwhichaRaisedAccessFloorsystemisinstalled
Pedestal
Thevertical,adjustablesupportingcomponentofaRaisedAccessFloorsystem
Panel
Theloadbearing,horizontalcomponentofaRaisedAccessFloorsystem
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