“Active tiles represent a fundamental step in the ceramics industry and we are confident these tiles are the direction of the future,” said Piergiorgio Mazzetta, executive vice-president of Savoia Canada Inc. “These tiles have an elegant and sophisticated design, and they enable us to be more socially responsible by contributing positively to the improvement of our environment. We expect these tiles to become the gold standard for hospitals, schools, restaurants, offices and residential homes requiring a clean and hygienic atmosphere.”
Active tiles are thermally treated with TiO2. The production method, known as the photocatalysis method, uses titanium dioxide to clean the air when either sunlight or artificial UVA rays shine on the tiles. The chemical process underlying the reaction is oxidation, resulting from the combined action of light and air. According to the company, this process transforms harmful organic and inorganic substances into compounds that are harmless to humans. Tests conducted by the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) showed an 86.4% reduction of Staphylococcus aureus, a 93% reduction of Escherichia coli, and a 70.8% reduction of Klesbsiella pneumonia on the Active tiles compared to tiles without a photocatalytic surface.
Active tiles can be used in both interior and exterior applications and will be available in Canada at the beginning of 2010 in approximately 40 different colours and varying sizes. Adding the Active finish to any tile will be an additional $2 per square foot. Savoia will begin with a business to business target market before selling it to consumers.
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