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2.1 Use classifications
There are three types of use classification: European classification according to NF EN 1307, UPEC classification and ICCO classification.
UPEC classification, which is specific to the French market, is awarded in different ways depending on the nature of the product: certification, technical opinion, approval. In the case of textile floor coverings, both NF-UPEC certification and UPEC homologation are based on standard NF EN 1307, with specific additional requirements.
Created by CSTB –, owner of the – trademark, the UPEC classification defines the performance characteristics of a covering confronted with specific constraints.
Thus, the U rating covers...
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We limit ourselves to quoting the reference documents used by the profession for the application of coatings on the one hand, and the identification of manufactured products on the other.
Some of these documents refer to other works of related professions, in particular those concerning the construction of different substrates. We have chosen to quote them here: installing a resilient floor...
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CSTB Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment http://www.cstb.fr
UFTM French Union of Carpets and Rugs http://www.moquette-uftm.com
APICTARS Association for the Promotion of the Carpet and Floor Covering Industry...
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