Obex®

QuadrusComet/Star

Modular entrance flooring solutions

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OBEX®The OBEX® product range offers highly effective comprehensive modular entrance solutions. It has been designed as a three zone barrier system to prevent dirt and moisture from entering a building.

Available in co-ordinated colours and patterns, OBEX® entrance products are engineered to increase the functionality of a building’s entrance without compromising on design or aesthetic. Simple and easy to work with, OBEX® offers entrance systems which can be recessed or surface-mounted, including exterior and interior applications.

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THE NEED FOR ENTRANCE FLOORING

THE RECOmmENDATION…

In commercial and public buildings, property owners and facility managers face the daily challenge of trying to keep their facilities clean and safe, as well as optimising their maintenance budget.

DID YOU KNOW THAT…..

• 70%to90%ofthesoilwhichentersafacilityis“walkedin” throughthefrontdoor(s),andcanamountto10kg per1,000peoplewhennomattingisinstalled. “Worldwide Cleaning Association” • 40%ofanycleaningbudgetisusedtocleanfloors. “Carpet & Floor Covering Review” • Indoorairisfoundtobebetweentwoandfivetimesmore pollutedthanoutsideair,yetmostpeoplespend60%to90% of their time indoors. “Environmental Protection Agency and American Lung Association” •Plaintiffswin51%ofpremiseliabilityclaimsforslipsandfalls.

“Jury Verdict Research”

Installingthecorrectentranceflooringsolutions,withtheright maintenance programme, will lengthen the lifetime andretaintheappearanceoftheinteriorflooringproducts. • SAVINGON •Maintenance •Premiums/liabilities •Cleaningfrequency •Prematurecarpetreplacement •Prematurehardfloorrefinishing • CREATINGTHERIGHTFIRSTIMPRESSION •Youdon’tgetasecondchancetomakeafirstimpression!

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THE OBEX® PRODUCT COLLECTION PROVIDES A COmPLETE 3 ZONE CONCEPT SOLUTION

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SPeCIAL USAGe

oUTdoorS:Theareajustbeforethebuildingaccess–requiresaproductwithscrapingactiontoremove grit and heavy dirt particles, including snow or sand. Milliken Product Solution:Prior™and/orTergomodularscrapersystem.

INdoorS: The primary area just inside the building where a product with dual action - scraping and moisture retention - should be installed to defend against dirt and moisture. This area often features a recessed mat well. Milliken Product Solution:Tergoand/orForma™-amodularscraperandtextileduosystem.

INdoorS: The secondary area inside the building after Zone 2. A textile product for moisture retention is the preferred solution. Also applicable to circulation areas other than entrances. Milliken Product Solution: Quadrus-modulartextilewithcushionbacking.Availablein2designs/8colours.

SPeCIAL USAGe: Forareaswithspecificneedssuchasbrandimagepromotion,anti-fatigue,wetareas,communication or messages, etc.

Other product solutions are available in the OBEX® range, such as textile roll goods for circulation areas as well as individual standard and logo-mats.

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Quadrus is a modular entrance tile system that creates a stunningfirstimpressioninaspacethatmustalsodealwithan active world and create a barrier against the elements. Designed to provide a superior combination of performance andaesthetics,theECONYL®dual-fibrepolyamideyarnand open textile construction will stop dirt and moisture at the door, while allowing easy removal during maintenance.

Quadrus is offered in three contemporary designs, Galaxy, CometandStar,andisavailableineightcolorationstocreate the perfect balance of design and function.

Quadrus patterns and colours can be customised and standard colours incorporated to coordinate with the OBEX®Prior™andForma™modulargridsystem.

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QuadrusmodulartilesareofferedwithComfortPlus®asstandard, an environmentally friendly cushion backing that delivers superior comfort, sound absorption, and durability.

ComfortPlus®ismanufacturedwith90%recycled open cell polyurethane material.

Daily vacuuming is recommended to maintain product performance. As needed, periodic extraction is recommended to restore appearance and function.

TheMilliCare®cleaningmethodispreferredasthe standard maintenance regime.

QuadrusiscoveredbytheOBEX®5-yearwearguarantee

OBEX® QUADRUS TEXTILE IS SPECIALLy DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SUPERIOR PRODUCT PERFORmANCE

Impervious backing Primary backing

Dirt particles trapped in the pile

OPEN TEXTILE CONSTRUCTION The open textile construction will trap soil and moisture, while allowing easy release during maintenance.

ThedualfibreECONYL®polyamideyarnisextremelydurablewith proper maintenance.

Thehighqualityimperviousbackingwillblocksoilandmoisture in the textile layer for easy removal.

QUADRUS IS mANUFACTURED WITH 100% ECONyL® REGENERATED POLyAmIDE FIBRES

POLyAmIDE yARN CONSTRUCTION

High twist and heat set yarn cabling for durable performance

Carbon fibre for permanent anti-static properties

High denier multi-filaments for optimum moisture removal

Coarse monofilaments, for efficient dirt scraping effect

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Comet

CMT73Uranus

CMT114Venus

CMT27Jupiter

CMT123Earth

CMT183Neptune

CMT169Mars

CMT118-27Moon

CMT96Mercury

Star

SAR73Uranus

SAR114Venus

SAR27Jupiter

SAR123Earth

SAR183Neptune

SAR169Mars

SAR118-27Moon

SAR96Mercury

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OBEX® QUADRUS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS mODULAR ENTRANCE FLOORING SOLUTIONS

ProductApplication Suitable for commercial contract use

ProductConstruction

Yarntype 100%ECONYL®regeneratedpolyamideBCF

Yarnconstruction Twistedandheatsetdualfibres–multiandmonofilaments

Manufacturingmethod Tuftedcutpileonnon-wovenpolyesterprimarybacking

Pilethickness 6.4mmapprox.

Fabricweight 1100g/m2 approx.

Backingtype 90%recycledopencellpolyurethane

Backing thickness 6mm approx.

ISO1765 Totalthickness 12mmapprox. 1ISO8543 Totalweight 4600g/m2 (+/-5%)approx. . Tilesizes 18"x18"(457.2mmx457.2mm)

Tilesperbox 16(3.344m2)MinimumOrder

ProductPerformanceTesting

EN1307 Wearresistance 32-Suitableforcommercialcontractuse FENISO105/X12 Fastnesstorubbing 4.5

ENISO105/B01 Lightfastness >6 pENISO105/E01 Waterfastness 4.5

BS1006 Shampoofastness 4.5

ISO8543 Piledensity 0.129g/cm3

EN1307 Comfortclass LC4 jISO6356 Personalcharging <2kV LISO8302 Heattransmissionresistance 0.12m2K/W(Suitableforheatedfloors) eEN13501-1 Fireresistanceclassification Cfl–s1 TProductGuarantee 1 year guarantee against manufacturing defects 5yearwearguaranteeaccordingtomanufacturers’recommendationsre.installationandmaintenance

CEMarking AllObex®productsmeetthedemandssetbyEN14041 7REACH1907/2006/CE ThisproductisinconformancewithREACHEuropeanregulation

CARBONNEGATIVE MillikenManufacturingFacility

ADA/BS8300 ISO21542Compliant

LEED® Leed®PointContributor

mONOLITHIC

INSTALLATION mETHOD

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AllspecificationsareaccordingtoISO9001QualitycertificationandISO14001Environmentalcertification,andaresubjecttochangetomeettheongoingimprovementsandinnovationofourproducts.

HaveyouseenourcompleteOBEX® product collection ?

OBEX®Forma™

OBEX® Regia and Regia Duo

OBEX®Prior™andForma™

OBEX® Ansa

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