Innovative technology to make wall masonry even easier: FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS foam adhesive with ultra-strong adhesion

Masonry works can be even simpler, faster and more efficient from now on. Experience this for yourself by trying FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS polyurethane foam glue for blocks and stone and discover how the extremely high adhesion force and both heat and cold resistant properties guarantee comfortable working conditions.

FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS feature a special polyurethane-based absorbent, gel technology foam, suitable for gluing various elements, such as building blocks, bricks, stone or other materials that require strong adhesion. The glue is also suitable for gluing silicate, gas silicate, concrete, ceramic and other types of blocks. It can be used for building partitions, walls or retaining walls.

FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS polyurethane foam adhesive is head and shoulders above the quality of other commonly used materials for masonry work. For example, dry mixes can take up to 3-7 days to bond while you will achieve the same result in just 15 minutes using this new technology foam glue.

With up to 120 tonnes of shear adhesion per square metre, FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS foam adhesive has another unique feature – a significantly wider working temperature range. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, this product can be used in temperatures ranging from -5 °C to +30 °C. By using FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS, you can easily carry out masonry work in all seasons, in contrast to the help of conventional mixtures, which can only be used when the thermometer column reaches +10 °C.

What’s more, by replacing the dry mix with foam glue, the work can be completed approximately 30% faster. For example, when using dry mixes in winter, it takes up to 28 days for them to harden, while with FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS it takes just 24 hours.

The new glue is based on an innovative seamless technology that causes the seam to shrink slightly rather than expand.  It is blown into a gel-like mass that penetrates into the interior of the block, thus ensuring full adhesion and eliminating the risk of cold bridges. FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS foam glue also does not expand and has a yield of 55 m/ 2 cm seam – about 10 m2 blocks.

FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS foam glue is easy to use – shake the bottle vigorously, screw on the gun, and clean the working surface thoroughly at a positive temperature. Next, turn the bottle with the valve down and adjust the foam spray flow by turning the valve at the end of the gun handle. The first row of blocks must be levelled in the usual way – with a dry mix adhesive mortar. Then spray the glue seam at a distance of 1 cm, in strips, as shown in the diagram. Spray the glue on both horizontal and vertical surfaces; when it shrinks a little, immediately press the surfaces together.

For blocks up to 130 mm, one seam is enough, while larger ones will need two seams. The seam thickness for aerated/porous concrete blocks should reach 2-3 cm, and for calibrated ceramic blocks – 5-6 cm.

Seams can be adjusted for up to 2 minutes. If the foam is used at low temperatures, the bottle must be warmed up to +18 °C by placing it in warm water or keeping it in a warm room.

Use FOME FLEX GLUE BLOCKS foam glue for easy and fast masonry works right now!

ZOOM vapor barrier tape: unique adhesive properties for perfect adhesion

For anyone carrying out insulation work, one of the most important tools is tape which provides perfect sealing and adhesion. For this reason, we have created ZOOM vapor barrier tape, featuring unique adhesive properties which can bond to a variety of surfaces while the elastic base guarantees optimal tightness.

Single-sided adhesive ZOOM vapor barrier tape is designed to ensure a long-term, completely sealed connection between water vapor insulating materials, as well as with wall and roof structures. Due to its unique adhesive properties, it can be bonded with various surfaces – from plywood and chipboards to vapor barrier and sealing films.

ZOOM vapor barrier tape is mostly used in performing various insulation works, such as insulating the facade, internal walls, and roof. Craftsmen who already value the properties of ZOOM vapor barrier tape will use it even in places where ventilation pipes are connected.

This vapor barrier tape stands out from similar products, surpassing them in many useful features. ZOOM vapor barrier tape is extremely elastic and can stretch even up to three times its initial position. The tape’s elastic base ensures optimal tightness on various surfaces and overlaps.

The product is also perfectly suitable for both indoor and outdoor use as it is resistant to ultraviolet rays, and the lowest working temperature reaches -20 degrees.

In order to achieve the best results when using ZOOM vapor barrier tape, it is important to prepare properly and follow the instructions for use. Water, dust, grease, and any other dirt build-up must be removed from the surfaces that need to be bonded, and all residue from cleaning agents or other auxiliary materials must also be removed with a clean, dry cloth.

If the work is carried out at a lower temperature and in order to obtain the best possible adhesion, the tape should be at room temperature – this way the glue activates effectively. It is also important to comply with the recommended operating temperature, and the tape used must be properly pressed to the bonded surfaces without leaving air gaps. In the case of improper bonding, it is necessary to remove and bond a new tape.

The materials to be bonded must also be properly attached in accordance with the techniques specified in DIN 4108/11. When it is not possible to ensure application without increased stretching of the material, the materials must be additionally reinforced by mechanical means.

ZOOM vapor barrier tape also meets the strict requirements of EnEV (DIN 4108/11) for the permanent sealing of a hermetic vapor barrier sheet. This product is an excellent choice when looking for professional and top-quality help with insulation or other work. See for yourself how you can achieve the perfect adhesion and tightness!

Professional waterproofing system product line: FOME FLEX HydroProtect

A waterproofing system product line that surpasses competitors: how did FOME FLEX HydroProtect earn the craftsmen trust?

If you need waterproofing works done before tiling in different rooms, home improvement professionals have a wide selection of products on the market for this need. However, craftsmen often complain about the poor elasticity of the products and the high price, which does not justify the quality. Tegra State noticed such trends and therefore decided to offer the market a slightly thicker membrane with a higher concentration of materials, which is closer to paste consistency. It is the product line of FOME FLEX HydroProtect waterproofing system. It offers a full range of quality, professional, and reliable products used before ceramic tiling works.

FOME FLEX HydroProtect is intended for craftsmen who want to perform waterproofing work in the bathroom, kitchen, laundries, sanitary, and other rooms before laying ceramic tiles. This product line is also suitable for heated floor designs. The range of the offered waterproofing system is very wide, so craftsmen can choose a comprehensive solution. The FOME FLEX HydroProtect system consists of a special primer, membrane, tape, corners, and sleeves.

The most important component of the FOME FLEX waterproofing system – the membrane – has excellent adhesion to substrate. It is elastic, quick drying, easy to apply, ready to use, and protects rooms from fungus and mold. After applying the product to the surfaces, the latter are also protected from the harmful effects of oils and fats. In addition, this membrane is one-component, fiber-reinforced, environmentally friendly, i.e. without solvents and plasticizers.

It is also important that both the FOME FLEX HydroProtect membrane and the FOME FLEX HydroProtect primer adhere reliably to the most common surfaces used for finishing works. These products can be applied on OSB, cement particle, gypsum fiber, and plasterboard panels, plaster, porous and plain concrete, masonry, stone, and screeds. FOME FLEX HydroProtect primer is also special. It contains additives that improve adhesion to the waterproofing membrane, and the product itself creates a light protection against moisture, is quick-drying, deeply penetrating and easy to apply.

FOME FLEX HydroProtect tape, corners, and sleeves are also unique. The products are strong, withstand water pressure of up to 3 bar. They’re also extremely elastic, with the tape alone having an elasticity of 106 percent transversely and 168 percent longitudinally.

FOME FLEX HydroProtect tape, corners and sleeves are designed to provide additional reinforcement in places where deformational tearing is possible. At the same time, they are used in the joints of floors, walls, and ceilings, for internal and external corners, and in places where pipes pass through.

Therefore, in order to carry out comprehensive and complete waterproofing of for example bathroom before tiling, FOME FLEX HydroProtect products will be completely enough for professional, high-quality, and smooth work of craftsmen. But what makes these products better than their counterparts on the market?

During the observation of the competitors and after analyzing the products, we noticed that home finish craftsmen are often disappointed by the low elasticity and high price, which does not justify the quality. Very often products equivalent to FOME FLEX HydroProtect are quite liquid. They contain a lot of water and the recommended application of two coats result in a rather thin final thickness of the membrane.

During the creation of the products of the FOME FLEX HydroProtect system, it was decided to make the membrane a little thicker. It has a higher concentration of waterproofing materials, so the consistency of the membrane is closer to that of a paste. These products are unique in that, once the water has evaporated, they will be able to create a truly solid and elasitc final membrane thickness of two layers. However, this does not affect the work. The membrane is easy to apply, can be worked with both a brush and a roller brush, and the product has a really high area coverage. Therefore, FOME FLEX HydroProtect surpassed its counterparts on the market and earned the trust of home finish professionals. These products, characterized by their unique advantages, are called today a reliable, high-quality, and effective choice for all craftsmen.

A unique polyurethane installation foam that meets the key needs of construction professionals worldwide

The higher the yield and the extremely fast setting. These are one of the most important requirements that are placed on installation foams by the construction professionals. However, not all products on the market can offer these benefits that are relevant to every master. That is the reason, why we made sure that the installation of windows and doors and the sealing of any cavity in construction is fast, smooth and of high-quality, at the same time ensuring high thermal and acoustic insulation. The innovative solution is the polyurethane installation foam of new generation “FOME FLEX ULTRA FAST 75L”, which is the fastest-setting foam on the market and has an extremely high yield.

The polyurethane installation foam “FOME FLEX ULTRA FAST 75L” is a truly unique product of new generation. It has a free blowing yield of around 75 litres. This cannot be offered by similar products on the market.

The most common volume of high-yield foam from other manufacturers is up to 65 litres. However, even this is achieved through extremely high secondary expansion of up to 100%. This means that the inflatable seam doubles in size, hindering correct placement of the seam, as you need to anticipate how much space you need to leave for it. Otherwise, the expanded foam will over-expand and damage the structure due to expansion pressure.

“FOME FLEX ULTRA FAST 75L” is a completely different solution. This product has only 30% secondary expansion, but still a higher yield. This makes it easier to form the seam, the foam does not break the door or window structure and the foam is accurately deflated. The product is also resistant to mould and mildew, high and low temperatures – it can be used from -60°C to +100°C. The ambient temperature ranges from -0°C to +35°C and can be used in rain or snow.

This foam has a dense and homogeneous structure, which provides excellent thermal and acoustic insulation performance. It has a thermal conductivity of 0,036 W/(m*K) and a sound reduction index of 63 dB.

The product is also unique because of its extremely fast setting, which allows a faster completion of works. The cutting time for this foam is 10 minutes, compared to 30-40 minutes for similar products. Importantly, “FOME FLEX ULTRA FAST 75L” has a final set time of only 1.5 hours. In contrast, other foams on the market have a setting time of around half a day.

These features of “FOME FLEX ULTRA FAST 75L” make it possible to cut away unnecessary residues, cover foam joints, plaster, paint and do other necessary works faster. The product therefore has a wide range of applications. The foam is ideal for sealing windows and doors, for high thermal and acoustic insulation of pipes, and for filling cracks, splits, cavities and gaps. Likewise, it is suitable for sealing joints in roofs, walls and floors, and for all window and door installation works.

The use of this product is easy and standardised – like other polyurethane foams for installation and sealing. The work surface must be thoroughly cleaned and moistened. Shake the bottle vigorously and screw the gun on. Then turn the vial upside down. To adjust the flow rate of the installation foam spray, you will need to turn the valve at the end of the pistol grip. Then fill the cavity with foam.

If the foam is used at low temperatures, the vial must be warmed up to +18C by placing it in warm water or in a warm room. Residues of undried foam are best cleaned with “Foam Cleaner Fome Flex”. It is advisable to remove hardened foam mechanically.

That’s it. Take advantage of the unique benefits of “FOME FLEX ULTRA FAST 75L” and try a product that is recognised and appreciated by construction professionals around the world.  We will make sure that every work for which this product is designed is fast, high-quality and smooth.

Window and door sealing: How to choose the best installation foam for the highest-quality work?

Repair professionals require a number of specifications for the foam used to seal the gaps between the door or window frame and the building wall. They are concerned with the product’s secondary expansion, its elastic force, elasticity, coefficient of thermal conductivity, rate of cure and, of course, the product’s yield. Fome Flex 7 DOORS WINDOWS ELASTIC PISTOL FOAM, a single-component polyurethane installation that combines the best of all these features. It is a unique product for professional sealing of windows and doors and provides the best thermal and acoustic insulation.

The market offers a wide range of options for window and door sealing professionals looking for a modern, high-quality, and reliable product for their work. However, Fome Flex 7 DOORS WINDOWS ELASTIC PISTOL FOAM, a single-component polyurethane installation foam, outperforms its competitors in every respect.

In particular, the product’s permanent flexibility and lowest thermal conductivity of just 0.030W/mK ensure sustainability and excellent thermal insulation. In addition, the foam seam can withstand up to 25% displacement, making the product perfect for moving structures.

Fome Flex 7 DOORS WINDOWS ELASTIC PISTOL FOAM also has a high Noise Reduction Index, which reduces the sound level to 63 dB. This figure is one of the best in the market. Regular foam reduces the sound level to 58–60 dB.

This foam also has a particularly low secondary expansion without the need for force to be applied to window and door frames. Certified product testing protocols confirm this. Note that the product also polymerises very quickly. The foam can be cut in as little as 25 minutes without damaging its structure and maintaining the best seam properties. This uniqueness of the Fome Flex 7 DOORS WINDOWS ELASTIC PISTOL FOAM considerably speeds up and simplifies the craftsman’s work.

The product seals windows and doors without being weather-dependent. With an ambient temperature range of -5°C to +35°C, it works in rain or snow, so work doesn’t have to stop even in the coldest months.

These advantages are not the only relevant ones. With the rapid rise in the cost of building materials, many people are looking for a product with the highest possible yield. And the Fome Flex has a great one. The yield of this installation foam allows you to produce up to 40 metres of seams per bottle, enough for 7 standard doors.

Fome Flex 7 DOORS WINDOWS ELASTIC PISTOL FOAM is an environmentally friendly product that is completely harmless to human health. It meets the requirements of the A+ French VOC Regulation and the Emicode EC1 Plus certificates.

The product is also standardised and easy to use with its many benefits. The foam canister must be shaken vigorously, and then the gun must be screwed on. Next, thoroughly clean and wet the work surface and turn the canister upside down with the valve. To adjust the flow rate of the installation foam spray, turn the valve at the end of the gun handle. Then, fill the cavity with foam.

If the product is used at low temperatures, the canister must be warmed to +18°C by placing it in a warm room or immersing it in warm water. The best way to clean any undried foam residues is with the Fome Flex Foam Cleaner. Hardened foam must be removed mechanically.

Using these instructions and utilising the best properties of Fome Flex 7 DOORS WINDOWS ELASTIC PISTOL FOAM, the sealing of windows and doors will be done perfectly. This is the quality guarantee that Tegra State’s single-component polyurethane installation foam provides to professionals worldwide.

This single-component polyurethane installation foam guarantees high quality and matches  requirements  of professionals worldwide.

Advanced, next-generation technology provides the best solution for sealing facade and roof seams

A common challenge for builders during construction work is how to reliably seal structural and expansion joints in facades, roofs or walkways. We offer a professional, high-quality and advanced solution – “ Fome Flex ROOF & FAÇADE” sealant. „Fome Flex ROOF & FAÇADE“ – a new generation, low-modulus, premium hybrid sealant – forms an extremely elastic and durable seam on commonly used building materials. Learn more about why this technology is unrivalled in the market.

 

„Fome Flex ROOF & FAÇADE“ is our next-generation hybrid sealant featuring advanced and innovative technology based on a revolutionary principle.

Hybrid sealants cure with moisture in the air and they are designed to be more elastic and mechanically more durable than traditional products. “Fome Flex ROOF & FAÇADE” is also more resistant to temperature and weather fluctuations, resulting in a longer service life. It is also completely environmentally and health friendly, and is almost odorless.

These hybrid sealants are unique not only in their properties, but also in their versatility. They seal structural and expansion joints in facades, roofs and walkways on commonly used building materials. „Fome Flex ROOF & FAÇADE“ is therefore the perfect choice for concrete, brickwork, painted wood, enamel, aluminum, stainless steel and various plastic surfaces.

By forming a highly elastic and durable seam on these materials, hybrid sealants cure without bubbles. They are also free of isocyanates, solvents and silicones, suitable for wider joints, with high mechanical resistance and strong initial adhesion.

“Fome Flex ROOF & FAÇADE is also unique due to its zero settling. This product has excellent primer-free adhesion to most surfaces, even wet ones. Hybrid sealants are easy to apply and have a cure rate of 2-3 mm per day.

The products are simple and standard to use. The first step is to clean and degrease all surfaces. Next, cut off the top of the cartouche or foil packet and screw on the nozzle supplied with the cartouche.

The next step is to insert the cartouche or foil pack into the syringe gun and squeeze the trigger of the gun several times to fill the nozzle with sealant. The seam depth to width ratio for seams up to 10 mm is 1:1. Minimum width and depth is 5 mm. For a joint wider than 10 mm, the depth is the width divided by 3 plus 6 mm. The maximum width of the joint shall be up to 40 mm.

We are offering five different hybrid sealants in its range. “Fome Flex ROOF & FAÇADE” is available in clear, white, grey, black and anthracite.

All these products are certified with CE certification and other important certifications recognized in the construction market:

For these reasons, “Fome Flex HYBRID ROOF&FAÇADE” is unrivalled in the market as a new-generation, low-modulus, premium hybrid sealant. For those who are looking for a reliable, high quality and intelligent joint sealing solution, this product will exceed all expectations.