Acrovyn® Door Protection

No. Typically kick plates are 28-46" (.7-1.2m) in height and width [kick plates should be ordered 2" (50.8 mm) narrower than actual door widths]. Push plates are generally 16-20" (406.4-508mm) in height, by 4-6" (101.6-152.4mm) in width. Kick/push plates can be fabricated to your exact dimensions.

Kick/push plates are available in .040" (1.02mm) and .060" (1.52mm) thick Acrovyn, as well as 16 GA. stainless steel

Yes. Custom waves and shapes can be created from .040" (1.02mm) and .060" (1.52mm) Acrovyn. Contact your local CS representative for design possibilities.

To avoid snagging, Acrovyn kick/push plates are furnished with beveled edges on all four sides, while all edges of stainless steel kick/push plates are deburred.

The entire door and frame can be clad with Acrovyn and still retain the door rating. Intertek certification has been achieved for the full height when Acrovyn is applied with the Fast bond 30 contact adhesive or double-sided tape. (Note: Door frame protection is only available in .040" thickness, and not in 060" thickness.)

A label is automatically supplied on the back side. At the customer's request, a mark can be made on the exposed face of all cladding with a heat stamp showing a company identifier and the Intertek symbol.

Door protection is applied with contact adhesive or double-sided tape.

For Acrovyn products, the required cutouts are made in the field with a utility knife.

There are several standard door frames in the industry; accurate field measurements help ensure the correctly sized door frame protection is supplied. A door frame sample will be supplied for checking the dimensions and fit (+ 1/16" tolerance).

The best way to measure the frame is by using a caliper and noting the dimensions on a CS supplied tear sheet. For assistance when measuring, reference the "How to Measure for a Door Frame Protector

Samples are required to verify that the size(s) produced will fit correctly before producing the entire order.

Request a small sample of .040" (1.02mm) or .060" (1.52mm) material from your local CS representative. Hold the sample against the door frame, then close the door to verify that the sufficient clearance exists. Be sure to check clearance at various places from the bottom of the door and the frame up to the point where the protection terminates, as clearance varies depending upon how straight the door and frame are.

On non-fire rated doors, edges of the door can be undercut to compensate for material thickness.(Note: Undercutting fire rated doors will void the fire rating.)

Yes. A radius elevator guard, model C2-DFP, is custom-formed to the dimensions that are provided by the customer. For more information, refer to the "Elevator Guard" tear sheet.

Measure the outermost dimensions of the hardware to help determine which doorknob protector has the appropriately sized/shaped opening. For more information, refer to the "Knob Protector" tear sheet for the specific model you’re interested in.

A foam roller or brush will be required to apply the supplied Fast bond 30 contact adhesive. Roller and brush are not supplied

The Fastbond 30 Contact Adhesive is NOT freeze/thaw stable and is unusable if frozen. Contact your local CS representative to order additional adhesive.

An engineered PETG that is free of PVC, phthalates, persistent bioaccumulative toxins (PBT) and bisphenol A (BPA). It has a contemporary texture for improved aesthetics and cleanability and is available in variety of Chameleon™ simulated patterns and Acrovyn solid colors. A Cradle to Cradle Certified™ product, it has earned UL® Class A/1 fire rating and meets industry impact strength and fungal resistance tests standards.

In addition to Acrovyn 4000 wall protection, CS offers a line of Renaissance™ Real Wood and Metal Products. The Renaissance wood collection has linear profiles and wall panels available in a variety of species and finishes. Wood wall panels have a Class A/1 fire rated particle board core covered in wood veneer. FSC certified wood is available upon request. The Renaissance metal collection has aluminum and stainless steel linear profiles available. Powder coat finishes are also available. Renaissance models are Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Silver or Gold, depending on species and finish selected.

Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Material Ingredients -
Option 1 - Material Ingredient Reporting (1 point) / Use at least 20 different permanently installed products from at least five different manufacturers. Acrovyn products certified under Version 3.1 of the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Standard at Silver or Gold meet the credit requirements.
Option 2 - Material Ingredient Optimization (1 point) / Use at least 25%, by cost, of the total value of permanently installed products in the project. Acrovyn products certified under Version 3.1 of the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Standard at Silver are valued at 100% of cost and at Gold are valued at 150% of cost.
Leadership Extraction Practices - Products with recycled content (aluminum, stainless steel, and composite wood), FSC wood and rapidly renewable Bamboo meet this credit requirement.
Indoor Environmental Qualities -
• Specified adhesives comply with SCAQMD Rule 1168 requirement of LEED for Healthcare.
• Products tested to be in compliance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method v1.1-2010 are available.
• Composite woods comply with ULEF and NAF standards.
Contributions vary by product, model and finish. For specific product details, call CS at 800.233.8493.

Material Ingredient Red List - Acrovyn and Renaissance products certified under Version 3.1 of the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Standard with a Material Health Score of Silver or higher are likely to comply with the LBC Red List because they are inventoried to at least 100ppm. The Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Products Program uses an assessment protocol similar to the Red List. For written confirmation and additional ingredient disclosure, call CS 800.233.8493.
Certified Wood - FSC-certified wood can be specified.
Contributions vary by product, model and finish. For specific product details, call CS at 800.233.8493 or visit www.acrovyn.com/C2C.

The Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Standard is a multi-attribute, third-party certification. Products are assessed based on five key attributes:
• Material Health: Each homogeneous material is inventoried, screened, assessed, and optimized down to 100 ppm.
• Material Reutilization: Products are designed for the technical or biological cycle and nutrient management strategies are in place so materials can be perpetually cycled.
• Renewable Energy and Carbon Management: Electricity and direct on-site emissions are off set.
• Water Stewardship: Responsible water consumption and conservation measures are in place at the manufacturing facility and down the supply chain.
• Social Responsibility: Products have material-specific/issue-related audit/certification; supply chain social issues are investigated and improved; and the company has an active innovative social project.
• The standard provides a holistic continuous improvement platform for product development.
• Depending on certification achievement level, the certification can qualify products for LEED® v4 MR Option 1 & 2.

Refer to the Acrovyn 4000 and Renaissance Real Wood and Metal Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Summary, available at www.acrovyn.com/C2C. The document will walk you through the steps necessary to determine the product certification level.
(Note: Due to the number of available model options, it is recommended to confirm the product certification level with CS. For assistance, call CS at 800.233.8493.)

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Cradle to Cradle Certified™ levels achieved are based on the lowest assessment level of model variations and finishes selected. In some cases, there are non-certified model variations that are exceptions to current certifications. Each unique product ordered will need to be evaluated against current certifications to determine its certification level.

CS has an HPD for specific Acrovyn 4000 models. With approval from the Health Product Declaration Collaborative™ and the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, CS developed an HPD backed by the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Standard. HPD is a tool that enables manufacturers to disclose product contents and hazards in a consistent format. By including Cradle to Cradle® assessment levels CS was able to communicate the optimization progress of our products for positive environmental and human health impacts. To access CS’ HPD, click here.

No. However, while Acrovyn 4000 is not GREENGUARD or SCS certified, it does meet the requirements of their test standards. VOC Emission Test Certificates for compliance to California Department of Public Health CDPH/EHLB/Standard Method Version 1.1, 2010 (Emission testing method for CA Specification 01350) are available on our website for specific models, click here.

No. However CS continues to review the evolution of bio-based compounds for potential use in future generations of Acrovyn. We believe additional research and discernment is necessary before the use of biopolymers can be accepted as a socially, ethically and environmentally sound practice. Until then, we will continue to use only those raw materials that have been sourced responsibly.

No. Despite our efforts, due to the chemicals of concerns common in recycled materials, we have not yet found anything in the market we are willing to add to Acrovyn 4000. More than 90% of the PETG and PET presently available as recycled material in the U.S. is contaminated with antimony oxide, trioxide or other modifiers we choose not to have in our product.

Yes. We believe in most situations, recycling building material within our customers' local areas is more cost effective and environmentally friendly. If you need assistance in identifying the version of Acrovyn material or locating a local plastic recycling service, call CS at 800.233.8493.

No. However, it is resistant to growth of bacteria in accordance with ASTM G22-75, Standard Practice for Determining Resistance of Plastics to Bacteria. Acrovyn 4000 demonstrated no Fungal Growth in accordance to ASTM G21-96, Standard Practice for Determining Resistance of Synthetic Polymeric Materials to Fungi. Taking into consideration that it does not promote growth of some of the most common and most harmful bacteria and fungi found in healthcare facilities, it was decided not to add antimicrobial agents to the Acrovyn 4000 line. CS endorses regular cleaning according to the Acrovyn Wall Protection Systems Care & Maintenance Instructions to combat the spread of germs on hard surfaces.

In 2003, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) concluded that, “No evidence is available to suggest that use of these [antimicrobial] products will make consumers and patients healthier or prevent disease. No data supports the use of these items as part of a sound infection control strategy.” With no evidence indicating that antimicrobials prevent disease, avoiding these chemicals of concern is becoming the industry standard led by guidelines set forth in the Healthier Hospitals Initiative, The Living Building Challenge™, LEED® v4 and others.

CS follows the precautionary principle, avoid product or processes whose environmental and human health effects are disputed or unknown. PVC contains additives - vinyl chloride monomers, halogenated/brominated fire retardants, plasticizers and other materials - that have all been proven to be harmful at some point along their lifecycle. The environmental concerns of PVC have led numerous organizations and authorities in the US and European countries to discourage or ban its use. Dioxin, a PBT toxin that can be emitted during manufacturing and disposal of PVC, is among the top offenders on EPA’s list of toxic chemicals.

Persistent bioaccumulative toxins are chemicals that remain in the environment and pose risk to human health and ecosystems. They are a threat because they do not break down easily in the environment, which is why they are described as persistent, and they can build up in the food chain over time or bioaccumulate. PBTs are known to cause damage to the human nervous and reproductive systems.

The chemical bisphenol A is a known endocrine disruptor that has a multitude of health concerns: obesity, diabetes, problems with fertility and reproductive organs, various cancers and cognitive/behavioral deficits. BPA is residual in polycarbonate plastics; since Acrovyn 4000 is PETG instead of a polycarbonate, there is no BPA residuals in the plastic.

Yes. ISO 14001 is the most widely recognized international standard for responsible environmental management. It is CS' environmental management system that audits CS for ongoing compliance with the Environmental and Chemicals Policy.

Architects, designers and owners seek to make informed decisions when they fabricate, specify, install, use and dispose of building products. There are building products that are harmful to humans and the environment; by disclosing environmental and health impacts, it allows our customers to select optimized alternatives.

Transparency labels and website - Many of CS' products have an on-product label that discloses the product's ingredients and environmental impacts. This label was designed in partnership with Perkins & Will as a way to conveniently put sustainability information right into the hands of customers. Resulting from a collaborative partnership with Perkins & Will, CS created the first on-product label that discloses the product's ingredients and environmental impacts. Click here learn more about CS' Transparency Program.

 

Impact Study - The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute commissioned Trucost, a leading global environmental data and insight company, to develop an assessment framework with clearly defined indicators to determine the effect optimizing products have on business, the environment and society - CS was one of ten companies selected for the study. To learn more about the positive impacts and the optimization of Acrovyn 4000, click here to read the CS Impact Study.

Yes. Acrovyn is UL® Classified and Labeled or Intertek Labeled. The following list states the six distinctly different applications for Acrovyn: (more information can be found here)
1. Acrovyn Profiles (handrails, crash rails, bumper guards, accent rails and corner guards) - UL Classified and Labeled Class A/1
2. Acrovyn Fire Rated, Flush Mounted, Corner Guards are UL Labeled with one-hour and two-hour installation
3. Acrovyn Wall Covering - UL Classified and Labeled Class A/1
4. Acrovyn Wall Panels and Saratoga® Wall System - UL Classified and Labeled Class B/2
5. Acrovyn Door Protection is Intertek Labeled for 20-minute wood fire doors (particle board core with wood stiles and rails, surface mounted or concealed intumescent required) and 60-minute wood mineral core fire doors with non-combustible stiles and rails (surface mounted or concealed intumescent required).
6. Acrovyn Door Frame Protection is Intertek Labeled for 60-minute standard steel UL Subject 63 fire door frames (intumescent edge seal required).

Class A/1 designates the material's surface burning characteristics when tested in accordance with UL723, ASTM E84 and CAN/ULCS102.2. The governing building codes such as IBC, NFPA, UBC, BOCA and SBCCI mandate that all building materials meet the minimum of a Class C/3 rating. Time-hour rating is the appropriate designation for those products applied onto or into equally rated doors, as well as fire rated flush mounted corner guards installed in fire rated walls. Applying a material that is not time-rated to a fire rated door and/or door frame will negate the rating of the assembly.

The Underwriters Laboratories label signifies that each piece of Acrovyn constantly meets or exceeds the requirements of the specified test procedure and outcome. CS products that are classified and labeled are part of the UL Follow-Up Program, which ensures we continue to use classified materials and components.

They are identified with official labeling and/or stamping on the products' packaging and/or on the ordered product. For a complete list of CS products that are certified by UL, visit www.acrovyn.com/ul, or by Intertek, visit www.acrovyn.com/int, search both by company for "Construction Specialties."