TECH | 2018 71 Sustainable, eco-conscious products SUSTAINABLE, ECO-CONSCIOUS PRODUCTS–––– LATICRETE’sLatapoxy®BioGreen™ 300, the industry’s first high-strength, chemical-resistant epoxy adhesive made with bio- based material for installing tile and stone, is designed to provide an alternative to conven- tional non-renewable petroleum- derived products. Equipped for the most demanding installations of tile and stone, LATAPOXY BIOGREEN 300 can be used in interior and exte- rior areas such as walls and floors, wet and dry areas. Additionally, the bio-based epoxy adhesive can be used to install a variety of ceram- ic tile, marble and natural stone. laticrete.com Rubi Rubber Buckets are ideal for on-site use owing to their strength and ease of cleaning. The main use of Rubi-Kanguro flexible rubber buckets is measuring and trans- porting liquids, and because of their excellent abrasion and impact resistance, they are very useful for rubble management on build- ing sites or renovation works. The bucket collection includes models that combine various features, such as spouts, inner scales, assorted handles, with excellent load-bear- ing capacity and, in some models, wooden handles. These stackable, space-saving Rubi-Kanguro buck- ets stand out for their excellent performance in low temperatures, remaining unchanged up to -74°F, and for being made of 100% recy- clable materials. rubi.com The Tile Doctor is the exclusive distributor of Litokol in the U.S. and its ZHERO products. A two- year R&D project sponsored by the EU and major universities in Italy involving Litokol products is com- plete. The resulting ZHERO Products (Zero Health & Environmental Risk Option) from Litokol have been developed for use in tile and stone projects with a focus on optimal performance and safety for install- ers and the environment. Products include adhesives and grouts for installation of ceramic materials, natural stone and other materi- als; decorative floor and wall prod- ucts; waterproof membranes; and structural seismic mortars for masonry. ZHERO Products are non- corrosive, non-toxic and VOC-free – and formulated with renewable and recycled materials for the low- est possible environmental impact. thetiledoctor.com Advanced materials benefit environment and simplify installation Over the last five years, consumers have become more committed to long-term sustain- able living and prefer to identify the impact installation materials will have on the environment before purchasing, said Arthur Mintie, Senior Technical Services Director for LATICRETE, “This has been the driving force behind the technological advancements we see today and will continue to see in new adhesive and installation products. “In addition to sustainability improvements such as more products that emit low VOCs, we expect green products to see continuous significant advancements in regards to improving speed, efficiency, cost-savings and quality,” he added. At Progress Profiles, with its renovated Prodeso Heat Grip System, the company seeks to commit more to products and systems that support a sustainable envi- ronment. Thanks to innovative technologies, said Dennis Bordin, company president, the new cable can be placed only where heat is required, avoiding heat dispersion. “Moreover,” he explained, “the 8.5 mm thickness of the membrane allows the installation on any floor or existing surface, for less waste. Also, thanks to the remote-con- trolled thermostat, it is possible to adjust setting and time schedule according to needs and environments, saving money and energy costs.” – Louis Iannoco Arthur Mintie