New Coral FR Collection
November, 2021
TRANSPRESS
By stopping up to 95% of walked in dirt and moisture, the installation of Coral FR entrance systems can prolong the lifetime of your rail vehicle interior floor coverings and finishes, as well as greatly reducing cleaning costs and the risk for slipping.
Whilst many of Coral FR’s benefits come from a functional perspective, we understand the importance of colour and design. Coral FR entrance matting brings the functionality and convenience necessary for rail vehicle operators along with a great visual aesthetic that works well within the overall interior design scheme. After extensive research and development, we have updated our collection, deleting some references and adding new colours resulting in a fresh and forward-looking collection.
Colour is the main driver for how the product looks and as such we focus a lot of energy into the development of new colour palettes for all our Coral FR products. Traditionally grey and blue make up a high percentage of our volume but we appreciate that a wider palette is required in order to satisfy our global customers’ diverse needs. Our main aim is to design a collection that provides products which can be coordinated with any flooring following on from the entrance area whilst also giving designers and end users alike a great array of designs and colourways to choose from.
The collection is made up of four ranges, Coral Classic FR, Coral Brush FR, Coral Duo FR and Coral Welcome FR, each with their own unique benefits. All Coral FR entrance floor coverings all meet the EN45545-2 rail standard which relate to fire, smoke and toxicity.
Coral Classic FR – The ultimate moisture absorber
Research shows that taking just two steps on Coral Classic FR’s moisture retaining construction is enough to absorb half of the foot-borne moisture that would otherwise be carried inside on the soles of passengers’ shoes.
Coral Brush FR - The great all-rounder
Suitable for all types of entrance areas, absorbing moisture and removing dry soiling as the weather demands.
Coral Duo FR - The ultimate dirt and moisture remover
The ideal solution when you need maximum dirt removal, unrivalled dirt retention and exceptional moisture absorption, all in just a couple of paces.
Coral Welcome FR - Where design meets environment
With its contemporary linear design and rich, deep pile, Coral Welcome FR packs the style and aesthetic appeal of a luxury carpet and makes an unequivocal statement in any entrance area.
Quicker installation solutions
As an alternative to fully adhering the floor covering to the subfloor, Coral FR (excludes Coral Duo FR) can also be supplied with different backing options designed to improve efficiencies in time, cost and operation throughout the life of the rail vehicle. Hook and loop, and magnetic installation solutions for example have the advantage over traditional fully bonded adhesive systems resulting in cost savings for train operators because of:
• Quicker and easier installation and replacement
• No need to wait for the adhesive to dry
• No waiting time before the carpet can be walked on
• Immediate use of the train after installation
The optional backing solutions cannot be added to latex backed material after production, so the required backing type must be clearly specified at the time of ordering.
For more information regarding the innovative installation solutions available across our full rail floor and wall portfolio click here
Coral FR and the environment
From how they’re made to how they perform, Forbo Flooring Systems makes outstanding floor covering products that are truly sustainable.
100% green electricity from renewable sources
Of all the electricity we buy, 100% comes from renewable sources. This means our Coral FR production site is part of an effective environmental management system and has achieved ISO 14001 certification.
Re-use waste
All the waste yarn from the Coral FR production is re-used by the yarn supplier. Our search for new ways to reduce our environmental impact has led us to work very closely with forward-thinking suppliers who are able to incorporate ever-higher levels of recycled content in their materials.
Econyl® yarn
Coral Brush FR, Coral Duo FR and Coral Welcome FR entrance floors all use Econyl® yarn which is made from used and abandoned fishing nets. Using Econyl® is a way to reduce existing waste, avoid additional manufacturing-related pollution, and keep the consumption of natural resources and energy to a minimum.
Zero landfill
Virtually zero landfill is achieved by the Coral FR manufacturing plant