XTRACTMelamine Floor Pad

1. INTRODUCTION

We are pleased to introduce the NEW XTRACT Melamine Floor Pad. Melamine is a material invented by the worldwide leading chemical supplier, BASF. This pad is made using the original BASF open-cellmelamine foam laminated to nonwoven material made of 100% recycled polyester fibers. The melamine pad works miraculously to clean floors without removing the floor finish. It is mainly used on shallow grouted floors,cleaning any heavily soiled floors, and isexcellent for removing stubborn black marks.


2. BACKGROUND

In general, the XTRACTMelamine Floor Pad is best used as a cleaning and restoration floor pad. It is excellent for cleaning shallow grouted floor, for periodic deep cleaning or for the removal of stubborn black marks. The melamine foam creates a high level of friction so it is important to always use them completely saturated. Coverage rates will vary depending upon the type of surface, and the condition of the floor, such as an uneven surface or heavy soil.

3. PROPERTIES

Property / Value
White Foam / 100% open-cell melamine foam
Brown Nonwoven Backing / Made of 100% recycled PET polyester fiber
Thickness / 0.9” Total – (Melamine 0.6” / Non woven 0.3”)
Weight/Oz. per sq yd. / 40
Lamination system / Water-based adhesive

4. SIZES AVAILABLE

Round (diameter) / Rectangular / Octopus pad
13” / 12” x 18” / 4.5" x 10"
14” / 14” x 20”
17” / 14” x 28”
20” / 14” x 32”

Other sizes available by request.

5. PERFORMANCE

FEATURE / BENEFIT
100% open cell melamine foam / -High friction for effective soil removal
Backing made of 100% recycled polyester fibers / -Provides a resilient backing for a secure contact with the floor machine drive pad
-Manufactured with fibers made from 100% recycled PET plastic
Water-based adhesive / -Melamine foam and nonwoven material is laminated together with a water-based adhesive
No harsh chemicals needed / - Needs only water, a neutral cleaneror a “green” degreaser

6. APPLICATION

Recommended for use on:

Ceramic and Porcelain Tile

The cleaning results can be quite impressive on these types of floors. Restores dull or dingy tile floor surfaces and cleans shallow grout lines. The floor pad will work best on tile floors that have smooth surfaces, and shallow grout lines. Grout lines are gritty and abrasive, and they can cause a pad towear quickly. Estimated coverage: 1,000 square feet per pad.

VCT (Vinyl Composite Tile) and Terrazzo Floors

Scrub and recoat floors or remove black marks on a routinebasis.Because you don’tremove finish in the scrubbing process, the floor is better protected, as you will haveleft more polish on the floor.Typically, VCT and Terrazzo floors are smooth and have little to no abrasion. Given that, you should be able to go a longer way with each pad. Estimated coverage: 5,000 square feet coverageis achievable.

Epoxy and Concrete Floors

Deep clean and restore the appearance of Epoxy andConcrete flooring.Coated and uncoated concrete surfaces that are generally smooth, will also respond well to this pad. Based on the fact that these types of floor surfaces can be rough and coarse, your coverage rates will vary substantially.Estimated coverage: smooth polished concrete surfaces can expect a yield in excess of 5,000 square feet.However, unfinished concrete floors may yield considerably less.

7. SUSTAINABILITY

•The XTRACTMelamine Floor Pad does not require the use of harsh chemicals

•Laminated nonwoven material is made with 100% recycled post-consumer polyester fibers

•Melamine foam and nonwoven material are laminated together with a water-based, environmentally friendly, adhesive containing no harsh chemicals

8. CARE & MAINTENANCE

•Always saturate pad and floor during use

•To prolong the life of this product avoid very rough uneven surfaces

•Ensure the pad is correctly centered on the cleaning machine

•Rinse pads with clear water after each use

9. HOW TO USE

•The incredible cleaning properties of melamine foam create an unusually high level of friction when introduced to the floor. It is important to add water, a neutral cleaning solution or a “green” degreaser to both the floor pad and the floor in order to reduce friction upon startup

•Apply non woven pad driver side of melamine floor pad to floor cleaning machine, white melamine side facing down toward floor

•Be sure to check machine pressure to avoid premature wear of pad

•Avoid rough uneven surfaces which can wear out pad quickly

10. EQUIPMENT

•The XTRACT Melamine Floor Pad is best suited for standard speed machines: both single disc, oscillating and automatic scrubber

11. LAUNCH DATE

July, 2012

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