For cruise and passenger ferry operators, one of the most difficult areas in which to maintain a high standard of appearance is flooring. The sheer volume of intense traffic and IMO certification are the key determining factors when specifying a floor covering. Below are 2 recommended flooring products suited for the marine environment.
Flotex FR - IMO is a flocked floor covering designed to fully meet the requirements of IMO Resolution MSC 61(67): Annex 1: Part 2 and IMO Resolution A.653 (16) as amended by IMO Resolution MSC 61(67): Annex 1: Part 5
Benefits:
• Nylon 6.6 ensures high durability
• Hygienic
• Easy to clean; easy soil removal due to short nylon fibres
• Anti-bacterial
• Slip resistant
This modified version of Coral T32 meets all the fire safety standards set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for products used in seagoing vessels.
Yarn and backing systems have been developed to meet the stringent smoke toxicity and low flame spread standards required to achieve the IMO "Wheelmark".
As a result, Coral T32 Marine can be used with confidence in cruise liners, passenger ferries, charter boats and other sea vessels, in addition to offshore facilities where the "Wheelmark" classification is required.
