[CCMC 13092-R] CCMC Canadian code compliance evaluation
From: National Research Council Canada

CCMC number: | 13092-R |
Status: | Active |
Issue date: | 2002-11-01 |
Modified date: | 2022-11-29 |
Evaluation holder: | Soleno Textiles Techniques Inc. & Acoustitech Inc.
1261, rue Berlier |
Product names: |
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Compliance: | NBC 2015, OBC |
Criteria: |
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In most jurisdictions this document is sufficient evidence for approval by Canadian authorities.
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It is the opinion of the Canadian Construction Materials Centre that the evaluated products, when used as an acoustical underlay in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this evaluation, comply with the following code:
National Building Code of Canada 2015
ID | Code provision | Solution type |
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09-11-01-00-00-0-00 | 9.11.1. Protection from Airborne Noise | Acceptable |
Ontario Building Code
Ruling No. 04-17-121 (13092-R) authorizing the use of this product in Ontario, subject to the terms and conditions contained in the Ruling, was made by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing on 2004-10-15 (revised 2017-08-21) pursuant to s.29 of the Building Code Act, 1992 (see Ruling for terms and conditions). This Ruling is subject to periodic revisions and updates.
The above opinion(s) is/are based on the evaluation by the CCMC of technical evidence provided by the evaluation holder, and is bound by the stated conditions and limitations. For the benefit of the user, a summary of the technical information that forms the basis of this evaluation has been included.
Product information
Product names
- Céramitech
- Tech 3500
- Tech 5000
- Tech 7000
Product description
The products are underlays made from select non-woven, needle-punched polypropylene and polyester fibres with polyethylene.
The products are available in rolls that are 3 mm, 3.5 mm, 5 mm or 7 mm thick, between 11.6 m and 13 m long, and between 800 mm and 1 070 mm wide.
Manufacturing plant
This evaluation is valid only for products produced at the following plant:
Product names | Manufacturing plant |
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Laval, QC, CA | |
Céramitech | Product evaluated by the CCMC |
Tech 3500 | Product evaluated by the CCMC |
Tech 5000 | Product evaluated by the CCMC |
Tech 7000 | Product evaluated by the CCMC |
Product evaluated by the CCMC Indicates that the product from this manufacturing facility has been evaluated by the CCMC
Conditions and limitations
The CCMC’s compliance opinion is bound by this product being used in accordance with the conditions and limitations set out below.
- The products underwent Field Sound Transmission Class (FSTC) sound testing, which does not account for flanking transmission. As such, adjoining construction must conform to Article 9.11.1.4., Adjoining Constructions, of Division B of the NBC 2015.
- A fire-resistance rating must be established for the floor assembly where required by Article 9.10.9.4, Floor Assemblies, of the NBC 2015.
- The products are to be used over concrete or wood subfloors.
- The products must be glued to the subfloor.
- The products must be installed in accordance with the requirements of the Installation Guides published by Soleno Textiles Techniques Inc., dated October 2012.
- The products must be stored for 48 hours in the location where they will be installed before being fastened to the subfloor.
- Finish flooring, such as ceramic tile and hardwood floors, may be installed over the Céramitech product as per the Installation Guide published by Soleno Textiles Techniques Inc.
- The products’ joints must be sealed with adhesive tape.
- Each roll must have a legible lable or stamp with the following information:
- manufacture's identification, and
- the phrase "CCMC 13092-R"
Figure 1. Tech 3500, Tech 5000, Tech 7000 and Céramitech
Technical information
This evaluation is based on demonstrated conformance with the following criteria:
Criteria number | Criteria name |
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CCMC-TG-061629.01-15 | CCMC Technical Guide for Plastic Fiber Mat Underlay |
The evaluation holder has submitted technical documentation for the CCMC's evaluation. Testing was conducted at laboratories recognized by the CCMC. The corresponding technical evidence for this product is summarized below.
Material requirements
Property | Unit | Result – Tech 3500 | Result – Tech 5000 | Result – Tech 7000 | Result – Céramitech |
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Thickness | mm | 3.5 ± 0.2 | 5.0 ± 0.2 | 7.0 ± 0.2 | 3.0 ± 0.2 |
Length | mm | 17 300 ± 6.0 | 17 280 ± 6.0 | 17 300 ± 6.0 | 13 000 ± 6.0 |
Width | mm | 1 630 ± 3.0 | 1 648 ± 3.0 | 1 630 ± 3.0 | 1 070 ± 3.0 |
Base weight | g/m2 | 378.1 | 536.3 | 1 056 | 434.4 |
Tear strength (machine direction) | N | 536.6 | 892.8 | 1 853 | 577.7 |
Tear strength (cross-machine direction) | N | 765.1 | 1 261 | 2 528 | 656.1 |
Performance requirements
Acoustical performance
For the acoustical tests the products were installed in floor/ceiling assemblies. The field sound transmission class (FSTC) was established in accordance with ASTM E 413-87, "Classification for Rating Sound Insulation," based on testing in accordance with ASTM E 336-90, "Standard Test Method for Measurement of Airborne Sound Attenuation between Rooms in Buildings."
The test values are only for the complete systems tested. No acoustical rating for the underlay mat itself is provided in this evaluation.
In addition, the manufacturer submitted floor/ceiling assemblies for optional testing to establish the field impact insulation class (FIIC). The FIIC was established in accordance with ASTM E 989-890, "Standard Classification for Determination of Impact Insulation Class (IIC)," based on testing in accordance with ASTM E 1007-90, "Standard Test Method for Field Measurement of Tapping Machine Impact Sound Transmission Through Floor-Ceiling Assemblies and Associated Support Structures."
Elements in the assembly | FSTC | FIIC | Cross-section of the assembly | |
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Ceramic tiles |
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58 | 56 | Figure 2. A cross-section view of the ceramic tiles assembly |
Ceramic tiles |
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59 | 60 | Figure 3. A cross-section view of the ceramic tiles assembly |
Wood floor assembly |
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58 | 59 | Figure 4. A cross-section view of the wood floor assembly |
Wood floor assembly |
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58 | 58 | Figure 5. A cross-section view of the wood floor assembly |
Wood floor assembly |
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56 | 59 | Figure 6. A cross-section view of the wood floor assembly |
Wood floor assembly |
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59 | 60 | Figure 7. A cross-section view of the wood floor assembly |
Wood floor assembly |
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56 | 60 | Figure 8. A cross-section view of the wood floor assembly |
Wood floor assembly |
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59 | 62 | Figure 9. A cross-section view of the wood floor assembly |
Elements in assembly | Result |
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No damage: first 5 cycles System breakdown: 7th cycle |
Céramitech can be used in residential and light duty commercial applications.
Administrative information
Use of Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC) assessments
This assessment must be read in the context of the entire CCMC Registry of Product Assessments, any applicable building code or by-law requirements, and/or any other regulatory requirements (for example, the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, etc.).
It is the responsibility of the user to confirm that the assessment they are using is current and has not been withdrawn or superseded by a later version on the CCMC Registry of Product Assessments.
Disclaimer
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has evaluated only the characteristics of the specific product described herein. The information and opinions in this evaluation are directed to those who have the appropriate degree of experience to use and apply its contents (such as authorities having jurisdiction, design professionals and specifiers). This evaluation is valid when the product is used as part of permitted construction, respecting all conditions and limitations stated in the evaluation, and in accordance with applicable building codes and by-laws.
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