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CUTTING CORNERS


The inventors of a phthalate-free vinyl cleanroom system are seeking support from flooring industry.


A father-and-son business from Manchester is looking to work with flooring companies to promote their patented phthalate-free GMP system for use in clean and sterile environments.


Steve Alford, who runs Cutting Corners with his two sons, says that their GMP system has met and surpassed all the worldwide regulatory body standards and requirements for the finishing detail in cleanrooms including ISO14644-4, the MHRA and the European Commission.


The task of achieving an internal mitre in the installation of sheet vinyl on floors, walls and ceilings in clean air


rooms is often seen as difficult task and as such is only attempted by a select few companies. This is something that Steve hopes will change due to this innovative system.


The new system comprises of two components and simplifies the skill factor that was previously required by floor fitters. Steve and his sons have developed the system further by adding a solution for external corners.


The system eliminates the need to use fillers or toxic substances to form the radius corner required by ISO standards. It also meets BREEAM requirements, having a huge impact on sustainability as well as health and safety on site.


Tarkett UK has already approved the system. Dave Brown, Technical Consultant for Tarkett UK commented: “The system is the most significant improvement in installation techniques we have seen for years. It has simplified the installation of vinyl in the internal corners of clean air rooms and controlled environments.


“Using the system makes these corners consistent, smooth and creates and


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provides a more uniform finish that is easy to clean and maintain. This in turn will reduce any build up and hibernation of bacteria in arguably the most critical part of any sterile area.”


The inventors are now looking for other vinyl manufacturers to approve and recommend the phthalate-free GMP system and Steve has said that his company will provide training through their existing programmes.


S&D Flooring from Hull have signed up to training and the managing director commented: “We are excited about the opportunity and as a company who wishes to grow and extend our services we are looking forward to completing the training provided by Steve.”


To sum up, Steve said: We are immensely proud of our achievements in obtaining patent status and in particular contributing and giving something back to the industry we have served for many years. We just hope now that our efforts are recognised and our developments are seen as a positive step forward.”


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