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Project Overview: The W-LAP project is an innovative initiative aimed at reducing water consumption and eliminating sludge production during the surface finishing of ceramic tiles. Supported by the European Union's LIFE+ financial instrument, it involves collaboration between Ceramica Fondovalle, Iride, and the University of Padua.

Environmental Issues Addressed: The project targets high water consumption and the production of polishing sludge during the ceramic tile finishing process.

Objectives and Results: The primary goal is to replace traditional surface finishing methods with a new "polishing layer" technology. This involves applying a thin polymer-based layer to the tile surface, maintaining aesthetic quality while sealing surface porosity. Expected outcomes include no sludge production, significant water and energy savings, high-quality finished products, and reduced waste from tile breakage.

Technical Specifications: Detailed technical specifications for various ceramic tile products are provided, including dimensions, packaging, and characteristics such as water absorption rates and anti-slip indices. Product codes and descriptions for different tile collections and formats are also included.

Key Benefits: The W-LAP project promises environmental benefits by reducing resource consumption and waste, while maintaining high product quality and enhancing tile durability and cleanliness.

Product Specifications: The document provides detailed specifications and descriptions of various ceramic tile products, including dimensions, finishes, and packaging details. It covers multiple product lines, each with distinct characteristics and applications.

Product Lines:

Tracks: Includes items like battiscopa, mosaico, and gradino, available in colors such as Grey, Black, and Beige, with both indoor and outdoor applications.
Portland 2.0: Features tiles in various sizes and finishes, emphasizing natural and rectified options.
Stone Rain: Offers a range of polished and natural rectified tiles, with a focus on gloss treatment for enhanced surface brilliance.
Playwood: Includes wood-like tiles with natural rectified finishes, suitable for various decorative applications.

Packaging and Weight: Details on packaging include the number of pieces per square meter and weight per package, varying by tile size and type.

Key Features:

Gloss Treatment: An innovative gloss lapping process enhances the tiles' surface shine and uniformity.
Safety and Standards: Tiles meet specific safety standards, including slip resistance ratings (R9, R10) and DCOF values.

Technical Standards: The tiles conform to the EN 14411: 2012 standard, indicating they are dry pressed ceramic tiles with low water absorption (≤ 0.5%), classified under Group BIa UGL. They meet various ISO standards for water absorption, bending strength, frost resistance, thermal shock resistance, deep abrasion resistance, and chemical resistance.

Installation Recommendations: For installation, it is recommended to use high-performance adhesives suitable for porcelain stoneware. The document advises against jointless installation, recommending a minimum joint width of 2 mm for rectified products and 3-4 mm for non-rectified products. It also emphasizes the importance of checking the material for defects before installation.

Maintenance and Cleaning: Post-installation cleaning should be done immediately to avoid stains. Products like Fila Deterdek are recommended for cleaning excess grout. For daily maintenance, common detergents diluted in hot water can be used. Specific products are suggested for different surface finishes to maintain their appearance and durability.

Specifications and Recommendations for Laying Ceramic Materials:
1. Adhesives: Use adhesives compliant with EN12004 for laying Fondovalle porcelain stoneware tiles. Adhesive laying is recommended for better adhesion, especially for large formats over 40x40 cm.
2. Joint Width: Avoid jointless laying. Recommended joint width is at least 2 mm for smooth-edged products and 3/4 mm for non-ground edge products to allow for substrate movement.
3. Grouting: Use grout matching the tile color for aesthetic appeal. Test cleaning before using epoxy grout or resin additives.
4. Cutting and Drilling: Fondovalle products can be cut or drilled using appropriate diamond tools for porcelain stoneware.
5. Walking on Freshly Laid Floors: Follow the adhesive manufacturer's technical times before loading or walking on the floor.
6. Cleaning Post-Laying: Remove excess grout immediately with a sponge and water to prevent stains. Use Fila products like Deterdek for post-laying cleaning.

Surface Sensitivity and Maintenance:
1. Surface Types: All Fondovalle collections have high technical and aesthetic performance. For daily cleaning, use products like Fila MP/90 for polished surfaces, Fila PD15 for lapped surfaces, and FilaJet for natural/structured surfaces.
2. Daily Cleaning: Use conventional detergents or diluted degreasers, ensuring to dry to prevent residue buildup. Avoid waxes or shiny additives.

Cleaning Guidelines:
1. Washing After Laying: Essential for maintenance, use acid washing to remove residues. Fila Deterdek is recommended for effective cleaning without harming materials.
2. Protection for Polished Surfaces: Use Fila MP/90 for stain-proofing without altering surface color.
3. Protection for Lapped Surfaces: Use Fila PD15 for dirt-proofing and restoring sheen.
4. Maintenance for All Surfaces: Use FilaCleaner for daily cleaning and Fila PS/87 for intense dirt and stain removal.

Catalog excerpts

HIQH TECHNOLOGY

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P. 10 rug P. 20 tracks P. 34 portland 2.0 P. 46 stone rain P. 54 playwood P. 62 aethernity stone P. 74 metalgloss P. 84 eighty bleue P. 92 luserna P. 102 crystall P. 112 tiger rock

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tiger rock eighty bleue aethernity stone • stone rain

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Con oltre 50 anni di esperienza Ceramica Fondovalle è tra le aziende leader di mercato nella produzione e commercializzazione di piastrelle in gres porcellanato per pavimento e rivestimento. Un traguardo frutto di un percorso iniziato nel 1962 e fatto di ricerca estetica, qualità, attenzione al dettaglio, sviluppo e innovazione tecnologica, salvaguardia dell’ambiente e del territorio; ma soprattutto fatto di persone, idee e materia che quotidianamente si fondono per offrire ai mercati nazionali e internazionali il meglio del design ceramico italiano. Per questo la progettazione tecnica, lo studio...

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Made in Italy. Made in Fondovalle. Credere nel proprio paese non può essere solo uno slogan. Significa credere fortemente nelle sue persone, nelle sue idee e nella sua storia, con la consapevolezza che ognuno di questi elementi insieme concorre ad offrire qualcosa di unico e irripetibile. Questo è la vera natura del Made in Italy e per questo da oltre 50 anni Ceramica Fondovalle cura ogni aspetto della propria attività investendo con forza e convinzione nel proprio paese. Ricerca e sviluppo, trendsetting, tecnologia, progettazione, controllo e sicurezza, assistenza e servizio al cliente, tutto...

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A green direction Il programma LIFE+ è lo strumento finanziario per l’ambiente dell’Unione Europea. L’obiettivo generale del programma LIFE è quello di contribuire alla realizzazione, all’aggiornamento e allo sviluppo di politiche ambientali e legislative rilevanti per l’Unione Europea, co-finanziando progetti pilota o dimostrativi di importanza per l’intera Europa. LIFE+ è stata istituito con Regolamento (CE) n. 614/2007 del Parlamento Europeo e del Consiglio del 23/05/2007 ed è la prosecuzione naturale del precedente programma LIFE, entrato in vigore nel 1992. Il programma LIFE+ è suddiviso...

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Waste 3 A NATURAL HABITAT WASTE3 is an innovative project for the energyfree valorisation of copper metallurgical waste. WASTE3 is realised with the contribution of the LIFE financial instrument of the European Union. WASTE3 is NEW FLOOR ELEMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL HEATING. WASTE3 is NEW CERAMIC ENAMELS with ANTISTATIC BEHAVIOUR and ELECTROMAGNETIC SHIELDING PROPERTIES. WASTE3 is A NATURAL HABITAT. WASTE3 is also crisp plates or auxiliary heating elements and tubular resistance heating elements. More info: www.fondovalle.it Il progetto LIFE Waste3 è frutto dell’incontro di 2 realtà aziendali e 2...

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greening the world W-LAP is an innovative project for the drastic reduction of water consumption and the nullification of levigation sludge production during surface finishing operations on ceramic tiles. W-LAP is an innovative additive polishing technique. W-LAP is realised with the contribution of the LIFE financial instrument of the European Union. W-LAP is GREENING THE WORLD. More info: www.fondovalle.it W-LAP is an innovative project for the drastic reduction of water consumption and the nullification of levigation sludge production during surface finishing operations on ceramic tiles. W-LAP...

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Guida alla consultazione Recommendation Guidelines | Conseil D’utilisation | Technischer Informationsfuehrer | Справочная информация по использованию Nome collezione Name of collection Nom collection Name der Kollektion Cоответствующего образца Technology Technologie Technologie Применение Tacche colore Colour samples Couleurs disponibles Farbmuster Код цены за квадратный Caratteritiche superficie Surface Characteristics Caractéristiques de surface Oberflaechen Charakteristik Характеристики поверхности Caratteristiche tecniche Technical characteristics Caractéristiques techniques Technische daten...

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Simbologia Symbols | Symbologie | Symbologie | Символы Color/shade variation guideline. Effets nuancés possibles. Brandfarben mischungstabelle. Разница тона Aspetto uniforme Uniform appearance Aspect uniforme Einheitliches Aussehen Oднородный вид Lieve variazione Slight variations Lègére variation Geringe Abweichung Нeбольшaя рaзницa Moderata variazione Moderate variations Variation modèrèe Mässige Abweichnung Cрeдняя рaзницa Forte stonalizzazione Substantial variations Effet dénuancé très accentué Starke Abweichung большaя рaзницa тона Thickness. Epaisseur. Dicke. колщина Caratteristiche antisdrucciolo...

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Rug Piastrelle di ceramica pressate a secco con basso assorbimento d’acqua (≤ 0,5%) - Gruppo BIa GL Dry pressed ceramic tiles with low water absorption (≤ 0,5%) - Gruppe BIa GL Carreaux céramiques pressés à sec avec faible absorption d’eau (≤ 0,5%) - Group BIa GL Trockengepresste keramische Fliesen und Platten mit niedriger Wasseraufnahme (≤ 0,5%) - Groupe BIa GL 2012 Керамические плитки, спрессованные всухую, с низким водопоглощением (≤ 0,5 %) - группа BIa GL Naturale Rettificato | Natural Rectified | Naturel Rectifié | Natural Rektifiziert | Натуральный Ректифицированный Naturale | Natural...

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