FCICA, the Flooring Contractors Association ● www.fcica.com ● West Bloomfield, MI ● 877-TO-FCICA ● 248.661.5015

eNewsletter ● February 19, 2016 ● Volume 14, Issue 17

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Mission & Vision “To provide a unique network for

problem solving, education and

support, to enhance our members’

businesses and the flooring industry.”

“FCICA shall be recognized by the

floor covering design and construction

industries as the commercial flooring

contractors organization, providing the

highest level of installation expertise,

solutions and opportunities to network

with industry experts.”

IN THE NEWS

AC•Tech introduced its new “No Stink” Primer for Concrete Overlays at World of Concrete

2016. The AC•Tech RMS-Enviro PrimerTM is a single-coat epoxy resin that seals porous

substrates to reduce “pin-holes” and bubbles, control moisture drive, increase adhesion,

and minimize cracking in the finished installation. This two-part epoxy resin was specifically engineered with

the health and safety of flooring contractors and building occupants in mind. Learn more.

H.B. Fuller Construction Products announces the latest innovation in moisture

mitigation with the introduction of a new moisture vapor barrier:

TEC®LiquiDam EZ™. The product, which is available for distribution

throughout U.S. and Canada, is the first of its kind, building upon the company’s current moisture mitigation

flagship product, TEC® LiquiDam™. Get more info.

The IICRC welcomes the addition of Richard Greene as the Institute’s new president.

Greene will take on the roll from current IICRC Chairman Pete Duncanson who was

serving as interim president throughout the executive search. Read more.

ASPECTA was accepted into the Multilayer Modular Flooring Association (MMFA) at Domotex

Hannover, in recognition of the brand’s achievements to date, caliber of its products and team,

and commitment to industry standards. Learn more.

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FCICA, the Flooring Contractors Association ● www.fcica.com ● West Bloomfield, MI ● 877-TO-FCICA ● 248.661.5015

eNewsletter ● February 19, 2016 ● Volume 14, Issue 17

The newest and most exciting educational

opportunity specifically created for the

Commercial Flooring Installation Manager.

It features training

modules led by experts that speak from years of floor covering installation

experience.

Application, module and testing fees apply.

Calling all Commercial Flooring Contractors, Manufacturers, Distributors,

Consultants, Business Services and others related to the commercial flooring

industry—make sure your company is listed in the Commercial Flooring Resource

Guide! Click here.

Please welcome our newest members!!!

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Construction Flooring Technologies

The National Academy of Floor Covering Training's (NAFCT) Introduction to

Substrate and Subfloor Inspection course—taking place April 7 and 8 in

Dalton—will be an introductory, prerequisite course created to teach a basic

understanding of substrates and sub-floors as they relate to finish floor coverings. Learn more.

TEC® announces its newest innovation in wood flooring adhesives –

TEC® WoodPerfectTM. Unlike other premium offerings, WoodPerfect™ combines

exceptional initial grab, trowelability, moisture control, and sound reduction capabilities

without the drawbacks of challenging cleanup. With superior wet suction for easy repositioning, this lightweight

wood flooring adhesive has no length or width limitations — making it ideal for the growing trend of luxury

residential and commercial installations that feature large wood plank sizes. Find out more.

Bruce Newbrough Scholarship Continues in 2016 for the Certified Installation

Manager (CIM) Program. Apply for the Scholarship.

Download the FCICA Events see more, do more and experience more at the Commercial Flooring

Tradeshow & 34th Annual Convention! https://crowd.cc/s/cj00