Want to know more about the new ANSI A137.2 glass tile specification, ANSI A138.1 Green Squared® standard, and DCOF AcuTestSM method? Check out articles on these topics plus others in the 2012 TCNA Tile Initiative. This TCNA publication is available as an insert in...
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Multi-Attribute Sustainability and LEED®
The following is an update on where USGBC stands on recognizing multi-attribute product sustainability standards and certification programs, such as Green Squared®, for point contributions in LEED®.
Testing for Reaction Resin Adhesives and Grouts (ISO 13007-2 & ISO 13007-4)
TCNA is now offering testing of ISO 13007-2 and ISO 13007-4 test methods for reaction resin adhesives and grouts.
NAHB’s National Green Building Standard
A couple of weeks ago, the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) released draft revisions to the 2008 National Green Building Standard (NGBS). This document is out for public comment until June 11, 2012. The next version (2012) of this standard is expected to be finalized and published by the close of the year.
Incorporated Antimicrobials
The term “Antimicrobial” covers a broad range of activity by different compounds. The activities of such “Antimicrobials” vary from, killing the microorganisms, slowing the growth, inhibiting their growth, resisting their growth, and preventing biofouling. EPA classifies antimicrobial products as public health products if they control microbes which cause infections in humans and animals and as non-public health products if they only control microbes which cause infections in animals.
Tile: Inherently Organic-Free, No VOCs, Exempt from VOC Testing in LEED®
Tile is fired at very high temperatures, usually in excess of 2,000°F. At such high temperatures, any organics that might be present in clays or binders are completely burned away. As a result, the final product is inert and has no VOCs that can be emitted.