FAQ About Static Control Flooring

ESD flooring is a grounded, static dissipative flooring or conductive floor covering having an electrical resistance between 2.5 x 104 to 1.0 x 109 Ohms. It is commonly used to prevent and remove static electric charges from personnel in spaces where sophisticated electronics systems are operated, manufactured, assembled or repaired.

Anti static flooring (commonly referred to as low kV) is an entry level version of static control flooring that is designed to prevent excessive static charge generation/buildup, but that is not necessarily designed to remove static charges. Static dissipative and conductive flooring (both also known as ESD) provide an advanced, higher level of static control by removing static charges.

Yes. All StaticSmart flooring products are antistatic (also known as low kV).

Static dissipative tile and conductive flooring (both known as ESD) are versions of static control flooring that are designed to remove static charges. However, conductive flooring has a lower electrical resistance and removes static charges at a faster rate than static dissipative carpet, which makes it the preferred choice for static control flooring applications.

Antistatic flooring should be installed in high traffic/high use networked environments to minimize nuisance static and to provide additional protection against static damage. ESD flooring should be installed anywhere the threat of uncontrolled static electricity buildup and discharge is a concern and could jeopardize the performance and operation of electronics systems or the handling, assembly and repair of electronics.

To learn about the different levels of static control protection we offer, click here. To determine which level of protection is right for you, please contact us at 978-276-0820 or [email protected] and we’ll be glad to help you.

StaticSmart® ESD vinyl tile contains interlaced conductive carbon “veins” which create a groundable path from the surface of the tile to the back. When installed with conductive adhesive and ground strips, StaticSmart® ESD vinyl tile prevents and neutralizes static electricity charges from users when wearing the correct footwear or sole grounders.

StaticSmart® ESD Carpet tile requires conductive adhesive and ground strips for proper installation and performance

Yes.

Yes.

A floating floor is a floor covering that is not adhered in any fashion to the subfloor beneath it.

There are many ways to make the ground connection. Please contact us regarding your specific application to discuss grounding options for your esd floor.

1 per 1,000 square feet or per room.

StaticSmart ESD carpet tile is usually operational immediately after installation.

OfficeSmart carpet tile can be installed using standard adhesives intended for use with commercial carpet tile. Standard adhesives, such as Shaw 5100, cannot be used to properly install StaticSmart Level 2 and Level 3 carpet tile.

StaticSmart flooring site requirements and floor prep typically follow standard industry practices.

80% RH.

5 pounds / 1,000 sf in 24 hours.

80% RH using Shaw 5100SD and 85% RH using Spray-Lock ESD 1005.

5 pounds / 1,000 sf in 24 hours.

Yes, but certain limitations apply. Please contact us if you are considering a membrane type moisture barrier.

CompuRelease should dry to the touch but be tacky before installation begins. The color will change from gray to clear as it dries.

150 square feet per gallon.

CompuRelease 25 SY/gallon on concrete and 45 SY/ gallon on raised computer access flooring; 5100SD 150 SF/gallon .

Installing the carpet tile into wet CompuRelease could result in a permanent bond (on porous subfloors) or result in the adhesive remaining wet and not properly cure (on non-porous floors).

Liquid latex additive Portland cement-based patching compound.

Liquid latex additive Portland cement-based patching compound.

Typically 10 – 45 Minutes. Please review the adhesive data sheet and installation instructions before beginning.

1/16″ x 1/16″ x 1/16″ U or square notch trowel.

1/16″ x 1/16″ x 1/16″ U or square notch trowel.

Yes. There a few glue-free options. Please contact us for recommendations.

Although Nature Series is easy to install we highly recommend using a professional flooring contractor who is qualified to deal with all aspects of a flooring project, including: subfloor preparation, moisture testing, layout, and more.

Yes. There a few glue-free options. Please contact us for recommendations.

In some cases, yes. Please call us for details.

Yes. Please contact us for details.Presidential Series: US $35.00/sy DEALER COST (tile, conductive adhesive and ground strips).

Click here for information on PosiTile carpet tile.

StaticSmart RTG Ground kits are used to ground StaticSmart carpet tile installations on access floor panel systems.

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

No.

No.

Click here for StaticSmart carpet tile maintenance instructions.

No finish is needed. However, StaticSmart SmartCoat ESD Floor Finish may applied if a high gloss appearance is desired.

Use a cleaning product containing phosphate, such as Softscrub or a surfactant type cleaner containing glycol ether, such as 409. Scrubbing with a Mr Clean Magic eraser may help as well.

Click here for Summit Series ESD Tile maintenance instructions

No. StaticSmart adhesives are water based and should not be exposed to excessing moisture or standing liquids.

No. Nature Series is top finished with ExoGuardTM Quartz-Enhanced Urethane and does not require waxes or polishes.

Email us at [email protected] for order tracking help.

Email us at [email protected] for order tracking help.

Please contact your local Tate Access Floor Dealer.

Orders can be faxed to 978-276-0821 or emailed to [email protected].

It typically takes 1-3 business days to process a new account application.

Purchase orders can be faxed to 978-276-0821 or emailed to [email protected].

Yes! We accept MasterCard, Visa and American Express.

Yes, but a minimum order requirement is required.

Not at this time. Nature Series is currently available in 8 standard colors.

Unfortunately, no.

Julie Industries and Shaw Industries work together in the development and marketing of StaticSmart brand static control carpet tiles.

Our shipping terms are FOB Origin, Freight Prepaid and Add, Calhoun, Georgia.  Freight costs are NOT included in the quoted price of StaticSmart flooring products.

Unfortunately we cannot ship with Shaw truck.

StaticSmart Flooring is available from most local commercial flooring retailers and installers.

StaticSmart carpet is ordered through Julie Industries, Inc. Please contact us at 978-276-0820 or [email protected].

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StaticSmart® ESD flooring products that provide Level 2 and Level 3 protection meet the ANSI/ESD S20.20 standard.

We do not recommend it as it has not been tested for flammability when used as a wall covering.

We strongly recommend Level 3 protection for E-9-1-1 applications.

No, standard base will do and it does not impact the performance of static control flooring.

Yes, for most subfloor applications. Some subfloors, like raised access flooring, may not require CompuRelease adhesive.

No, regular carpet does not contain conductive fibers that are linked to a conductive tile backing and cannot be grounded.

Unopened containers have a 1 year shelf life.

Unopened containers have a 1 year shelf life.

CompuRelease Adhesive is only available from our warehouse in Calhoun, Georgia.

5100SD Adhesive is only available from our warehouse in Calhoun, GA.

Old adhesive should be mechanically removed (scraped) and the substrate cleaned with a warm water and detergent solution.

Each pail has a small white sticker, usually located on the lid, that contains the production date and lot code.

Each pail has a small white sticker, usually located on the lid, that contains the production date and lot code.

Unfortunately, no. 26oz yarn weight static dissipative carpet tile is no longer produced. New random pattern, high density, lower yarn weight styles outperform the old 26oz styles from years ago.

Carpet Tile 5.33 SY/carton; 12″ x 12″ Vinyl Tile 45 SF/carton, 24″ x 24″ Vinyl Tile 40 SF/carton.

There are 8 Nature Series planks per carton (19.27 SF).

Level 1 flooring products are quick ship. Level 2 and Level 3 flooring products may be available for immediate shipment. Please call us at 978-276-0820 to check stock and lead times.

To check stock, please email us at [email protected] or give us a call at 800-225-6052.

Carpet tile takes 6 weeks to manufacture. Vinyl tile takes 4-5 weeks to manufacture.

Please email your quote request to us at [email protected].

Samples can be ordered from our website here or email us at [email protected].

We ship from Calhoun, Georgia 30701.

Not at this time.

Please visit the Shaw Contract flooring website or the Patcraft Flooring website to find your rep.

No.

Yes.

Please call us at 978-276-0820 for information on PosiTile.

All StaticSmart flooring products have “green” properties. Please contact us for specifics.

Please email us at [email protected] and ask for a claim form.

Click here to visit the “Sustainability” section of our “ESD Flooring for Architects and Designers” page for LEED information on our products or email us at [email protected].