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Laticrete launches Fracture Ban membrane for adhesives

05 Feb '16

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Laticrete, a manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has launched Fracture Ban membrane, a high-performance, pliable, light weight peel and stick membrane designed for use under thin-bed adhesives for ceramic tile, stone and other hard surface installations.

The reinforced high-strength membrane performs as an anti-fracture and an acoustical underlayment system that eliminates the transmission of stresses from the substrate while dampening the transmission of impact and air borne noise through the floor to the room below.

The Fracture Ban membrane comes in 40 mil (Fracture Ban 40) and 90 mil (Fracture Ban 90) thicknesses. Both thicknesses are tested to ANSI A118.12 (anti-fracture) and ANSI A118.13 (sound reduction) specifications. It is suitable for almost any substrate including: concrete slabs; cement mortar beds; exterior glue plywood; precast floor panels; gypsum underlayments; radiant heated floors; ceramic tile; terrazzo; stone; self-levelling and patching compounds; backer board; and, existing VAT, VCT and vinyl floors, according to a press release.

Made from a hot-applied polymer modified asphaltic adhesive coated on a 100 per cent non-woven polyester with a 60 pound release liner paper, the Fracture Ban membrane has the physical properties to prevent stress and sound transmission. The water-resistive barrier installs quickly and features a white, non-woven surface that provides easy chalk line identification.

With the release of the Fracture Ban membrane, Laticrete is also
launching the specially formulated Fracture Ban Primer. Fracture Ban Primer is a concentrated premium-quality, water-based primer designed to be applied prior to the installation of Fracture Ban membrane. The multi-purpose primer may be broom, roller, or spray applied and can be used on the same range of substrates as the Fracture Ban membrane.

Sean Boyle, senior director of marketing and product management said, “This new peel and stick membrane is designed for both commercial and residential jobs where a quick dependable turnaround is required. Whether the contractor is working on apartment building, office, or hospital, this unique product is perfect for interior applications where sound and cracking may be an issue.” (GK)

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