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254 Platinum
BACKGROUND
LATICRETE® 254 Platinum The ultimate one-step, polymer-fortified thin-set that
provides unsurpassed strength, far exceeding all ANSI A118.4 and ANSI A118.11
strength requirements. Ideal for interior, exterior, and submerged applications on
virtually all substrates and applications. Increases your productivity with long open
time, allowing flexibility on the job site that results in fast, accurate installations. Easy
to trowel mortar assures proper coverage on both the substrates and the veneer as well
as less fatigue for theinstaller. The exceptional bond strength and easy workability of
LATICRETE® 254 Platinum makes this multipurpose the ultimate adhesive for
difficult to bond porcelain tiles as well as glass mosaics andlarge format glass.
Inhibits the growth of stain-causing mold and mildew in substrates with Microban®
antimicrobial protection.
MasterFormat Number(s): 09 30 00
http://www.greenformat.com/products/471-254-Platinum
Manufacturer:
LATICRETE International, Inc.
1 LATICRETE Park North
Bethany, CT 06524
[email protected]
http://www.laticrete.com/FindaDistributor/tabid/161/Default.aspx/
(800) 243 4788(main)
Distribution Channels:
Distributor(/Representative)
PRODUCT DETAILS
2.1 SUSTAINABLE STANDARDS AND
CERTIFICATIONS
2.1.3 Third Party Certification - Indoor Emissions
GREENGUARD
Certifying Organization: Green Guard
Level: Children & Schools
Certification Number: HF1Ta96511
Activation Date: 2005-01-15
Length of Term: 36 months
2.2 SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
2.2.08 Openings
Are the values provided from testing by NFRC?
No
2.3 SUSTAINABLE COMPOSITION OF PRODUCT
2.3.2 Toxicity
Does the product contain any California Proposition 65 chemicals?
No
Does the product contain any Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic pollutants
(PBTs) as listed on the EPA Priority PBT List?
No
Is the MSDS and/or a list of toxics available on company website?
Yes
2.3.3 Recycled Content
Does the product contain any recycled content material?
No
2.3.4 Rapidly Renewable Materials
Does the product contain any rapidly renewable materials?
No
2.3.5 Reused Materials
Does the product consist of essentially a salvaged, refurbished, or reused
material?
No
2.3.6 Emissions
For wet-applied products, what is the VOC content?
0.0 g/l
Measurement Standard: EPA Reference Test Method 24
Does the product contain any added Urea Formaldehyde?
No
PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE
3.1 LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS
3.1 LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS
Has this product, or any product in the product category, gone through a life
cycle assessment (LCA)?
No
Is there other relevant LCA data, for example, pertaining to a major constituent
material? (In some cases a trade association or other entity may have conducted
an industry average LCA on a common material. Please note if this is the case,
and also if there are ways in which the process used for this product significantly
deviates from that generic LCA.)
No
Is an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) available for this product, or
any products in this category? (An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
provides Life Cycle Information in a standardized format as described generally
by ISO 14025, and specifically for building products by ISO 21930.)
No
MANUFACTURER COMMENTS
3.2 MATERIAL EXTRACTION AND
TRANSPORTATION
3.2.1 Regional Materials
Location(s) of manufacturing facility(s) producing the reported product
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: Bethany, CT/New Haven, 06524, USA
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: Corona, CA/ 92883, USA
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: Grand Prairie, TX / 75050 USA
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: West Palm Beach, FL / 33407 USA
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: Indianapolis, IN / 46268 USA
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: Hamlet, NC / 28345 USA
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: Lebanon, OR / 97355 USA
Raw materials or components are too numerous, are sourced from too wide a
region, or are too dispersed for a meaningful answer.
Yes
3.3 MANUFACTURING
3.3.1 Manufacturing and Support Facilities
Does the company generate energy on-site from renewable resources?
No
Does the company purchase any thermal energy or electricity from renewable
sources? (for electricity this refers to sources that meet the Center for Resource
Solutions Green-e Energy National Standard)
No
3.3.2 Manufacturing Process
Does the company participate in any recognized voluntary programs to increase
energy efficiency and/or reduce GHG emissions in manufacturing?
No
Does the company report greenhouse gas emissions?
No
Are any Hazardous Air Pollutants (as defined by EPA) created, used, or released
during the manufacture of the product?
No
Are any hazardous chemicals created, used, or released during the manufacture
of the product which must be reported under the State Right to Know Act
(SARA), Section 313 via the Toxics Release Inventory (<a
href="http://www.epa.gov/tri/">TRI)?(The absence of hazardous chemicals or
air pollutants in manufacture is laudable. However the presence of such hazards
is not a simple indicator of environmental impact. Which listed hazards are
present, how they are handled, the magnitude of emissions, nd the extent and
effectiveness of efforts to minimize creation, use, and releases of such hazards,
are all important in assessing environmental responsibility. While it can be
problematic to try to compare the performance of different companies, a record
of TRI releases by company found on the EPA website allows review of a single
company over time. http://www.epa.gov/enviro/html/tris/tris_query.html)
No
3.4 CONSTRUCTION
3.4.1 Construction Waste Management
Shipping and Packing Materials (select all that apply for each)
Pallets: --- - Reusable
Boxes: --- - Recyclable
Packing filler: --- - Recyclable
Containers: --- - Recyclable
Wrapping: --- - Recyclable
Has the company reduced the amount of packaging required?
Yes
Are there programs in place to reduce environmental impacts of packaging?
Yes
If yes, please describe program and results.: Conversion of all plastic containers to
100% recylced plastic containers
Does the design of this product include features that reduce amount of excess
material/overage required at installation?
No
3.4.3 Contract Closeout
Final Cleaning: Do recommended final cleaning materials emit any known
airborne toxins or VOCs?
No
3.5 FACILITY OPERATIONS
3.5.1 Product Lifespan
What is the maximum length of manufacturer's warranty?
25 years
Does the product have an extended life, based on improved durability as
defined by ISO 14021?
No
3.5.2 Recommended Cleaning and Maintenance
Smooth Surface Flooring: Does the product require waxing or polishing to
maintain its appearance?
No
Exterior Products: Do recommended cleaning materials meet requirements of
SCAQMD air and water quality standards and regulations?
No
3.6 DECONSTRUCTION / RECYCLING PHASE
3.6.1 Manufacturer/Industry Programs
Is there a maintenance/replacement agreement?
No
Is there a buy-back or take-back program for products at end-of-life?
No
3.6.2 Product Reuse
Is the entire product reusable?
No
Are components of the product reusable?
No
If yes to either of the above, do installation techniques allow it to be easily
removed/disassembled without damage?
No
3.6.3 Product Recycling / Disposal
Is the product currently being recycled into another product?
No
Is product 100% biodegradable?
No
Is product 100% compostable?
No
Does product require disposal in a landfill?
Yes
If yes, what classification of landfill?: Class III - Nonhazardous waste
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
4.1 STEWARDSHIP
4.1 Stewardship
Are any of the company's buildings/sites certified under a green building rating
system?
No
Are there other environmental groups that also list the product(s)?
Is this product GreenSpec listed?: No
Does the company participate in any voluntary programs to reduce
environmental impact of the listed product(s)?
No
4.2 TRANSPARENCY OF INFORMATION
4.2 Transparency of Information
Is the environmental information reported in this form available on the website?
Yes
If yes link to webpage(s): www.laticrete.com
Does the company have an environmental policy or sustainability plan available
on its website?
No
Does the company produce a corporate sustainability report for public review?
No
Are the ingredients or materials that comprise the product fully disclosed on
product packaging or in materials accompanying the product?
No
MANUFACTURER COMMENTS
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