Laticrete has not only implemented a tracking system to be sure to stay up to date with the newest and safest construction practices, they've recognized a major trend that has created a spark of demand in the tile and stone marketplace: the use of antimicrobials.

Artisan Group, an elite network of countertop fabrication professionals, announced its members are now manufacturing intubation shields to protect ER medical professionals from COVID-19 when they intubate a patient.

In just a three-day project window, a variety of Schönox subfloor product solutions were used to convert 140,000 square feet of a former newspaper office and production space to a permanent overflow hospital.

Dry-Treat makes 13 products, half of which are stone and masonry sealers and cleaners used for everything from the Sydney Opera House and Cowboys stadium to a homeowners shower or backsplash.  

The new commercial surface enhances acoustics and comfort for people working on the frontlines in the healthcare industry and is available in a soothing array of colors.

Mannington Commercial is introducing the Bloom Collection, three coordinating sophisticated styles of high performance heterogeneous sheet designed for healthcare and senior living spaces.

New services include antiviral testing to determine the survival rates/duration of viruses on different surface materials and the efficacy of common household cleaners to disinfect these surfaces

Presentations will explore the impact of performance on material selection in the healthcare environment, the need for a universal color system, and the impact of lifestyle decisions when designing and programming for the senior population.

ProKnee Corp., a USA manufacturer of custom fit and all purpose kneepads for the floor covering, roofing and general construction industries has expanded its PPE offering in response to the overwhelming need for protection of health care professionals and first responders throughout this global health emergency.

Weaton plans to produce 250,000 face shields for doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals working the front line… in just a few weeks.