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EqoBalance, the first biomass-balance polyamide yarns for carpets, was chosen from a field of 400 submissions from 25 countries. Around 100 nominees were presented to an international jury which evaluated these entries for their expertise in design, innovation and sustainability. A total of 24 winners were selected across 12 categories. A public poll for the Audience Award will take place from 17th July until 17th August.


EQOBALANCE FROM BEAULIEU YARNS WINS GREEN PRODUCT AWARD 2018


Beaulieu Yarns, global supplier of high-quality synthetic polyamide and polypropylene yarns, is the proud recipient of the Green Product Award 2018 Material category for its EqoBalance family of “biomass-balance” yarns.


QSA LAUNCHES BALTERIO MASTER INSTALLER PROGRAMME


The Academy for Excellence has announced a new accreditation scheme for installers of laminate brand Balterio.


The Balterio Master Installer programme delivers a suite of benefits for professional fitters, most notably a Lifetime Warranty on all installation work of Balterio laminate products. Alongside, qualified professionals receive an exclusive Master Installer ID card, branded clothing, full sampling and access to a dedicated technical helpline.


Lee Thompson, Technical Manager at the Academy, reveals more about the new programme: “The Master Installer scheme is a well-proven formula that has a track-record of success for major flooring brands, and so we could take this model directly to Balterio laminate floors, using the same lifetime warranty on all workmanship to support the brand’s high-quality laminate collections.


“Known for its innovative approach to laminate that has seen industry-firsts including direct digital print, Balterio


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EqoBalance PA6 yarns follow the biomass balance approach, which ensures that, at the very start of the supply chain, natural renewable raw materials replace fossil resources in the production of polymers processed into yarns. The sustainable yarns conform to the TÜV SÜD certification standard CMS 71 “Certification of the use of renewable resources”, which confirms the saving in fossil resources. The potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as a result of the replacement of fossil use is calculated in a Life Cycle


Assessment (LCA). EqoBalance yarns allow a reduction of up to 75% of CO2eq/ kg compared to Beaulieu Yarns’ fossil- based products.


Emmanuel Colchen, Global Sales Director at Beaulieu Yarns, commented: “We are delighted to receive this Green Product Award for the Eqobalance family. These PA6 yarns offer a drop- in alternative solution for carpet manufacturers, delivering the same quality and performance as the fossil- based equivalents, and enabling them to contribute to a sustainable future through less use of fossil resources and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.”


Beaulieu Yarns offers a wide variety of PA6 yarns for use in carpet tiles, carpet planks and broadloom carpets for commercial offices, hospitality and leisure, education and healthcare premises, automotive, as well as residential.


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pass or fail assessment of practical, theoretical and technical knowledge; qualifying attendees are then awarded Balterio Master Installer status. For those already with Quick-Step Master Installer status but wishing to add extra depth to their qualifications, a separate course to gain accreditation is offered.


is considered a premium brand by consumers and so they demand the very best in professionalism from those installing it. The Balterio Master Installer scheme and the supporting Lifetime Warranty is an easy, confidence- inspiring way for consumers to find the best fitters and to guarantee that their investment in a Balterio laminate floor is installed to the highest standard.”


The Balterio Master Installer programme is only available to professionals with a minimum two- years of installation experience. After a three-day training course involving the


“Even for installers holding the Quick- Step Master Installer badge, another accreditation just broadens the potential for gaining new business and spreading the news of quality installation work through word of mouth,” continued Lee.


“Balterio floors are a quality proposition and appeal to an audience of design- hungry homeowners focused on the principle of workmanship in products and the role that they play in enhancing our daily lives. An approach reflected in all decisions surrounding their investment, choosing a Balterio Master Installer seems like a natural step.”


Places for the Balterio Master Installer courses can be booked now by calling the Academy for Excellence in Flooring on 0161 877 6955.


www.quick-step-academy.co.uk www.tomorrowsretailfloors.com


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