Gerflor USA, a global leader in the design and manufacture of specialized resilient flooring for commercial environments, is set to reveal two new products specifically designed for cleanrooms in life science, tech and manufacturing environments at INTERPHEX 2015. Sponsored by PDA (Parenteral Drug Association), INTERPHEX (International Pharmaceutical Expo) is the leading industry event for global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry professionals. INTERPHEX will be held in New York City’s Javits Center April 21- 23.

“Gerflor USA’s cleanroom flooring solutions, GTI Control and Mipolam Biocontrol, represent our continued commitment to bring innovative flooring products to the life science, tech and manufacturing sectors in North America,” said Michael Carey, Gerflor USA’s new industry product specialist. “And we’re delighted to present these products at INTERPHEX 2015. This event also provides a great opportunity for Gerflor USA to capture important feedback from a wide range of pharmaceutical and biotechnology professionals.”

Gerflor USA Products Featured at INTERPHEX 2015

GTI Control: The Cleanroom Flooring Renovation Solution

Gerflor USA’s GTI Control is specially designed to help companies avoid costly production losses related to facility closures or work interruptions during cleanroom renovation projects. GTI Control is a unique, highly durable 6mm thick flooring tile that does not require a full spread adhesive, yet offers the security a watertight installation with heat welded seams. GTI Control can be installed directly over and existing floor, allowing the cleanroom to remain fully functional during installation. Additionally GTI Control has a no wax for life surface treatment resulting in reduced maintenance time and costs.

Mipolam Biocontrol

Gerflor USA’s Mipolam Biocontrol is specially engineered to help life science manufacturers meet the technical regulatory requirements for cleanroom environments. Mipolam Biocontrol is nonporous, slip-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and easy to clean. Additionally, Mipolam Biocontrol has been tested and certified by the globally renowned German Fraunhofer Institute and meets all ISO requirements for use in cleanroom environments, including GMP Class A.

INTERPHEX attendees are encouraged to stop the booth and meet Michael Carey, who recently joined Gerflor USA. A twenty-year industry veteran, Carey has worked for leading brands such as ALMA, Texwipe, and Purus International. He is also a member of ISPE, the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering.

"We’re thrilled to have Michael represent Gerflor USA at INTERPHEX 2015, and we’re fortunate to have someone with his demonstrated leadership and critical expertise as an industry product specialist in the life science, high tech and specialty manufacturing sectors,” said Benjamin Bachman, CEO of Gerflor USA. “This is an exciting time at Gerflor USA. Based on the momentum we are building in the marketplace, as well as the excitement around our clean room products -- Mipolam Biocontrol and GTI -- we expect 2015 to be another banner year for growth for Gerflor USA in these industry sectors."

Carey also will be focused on the US-based projects of the world’s top fifteen pharmaceutical companies as Gerflor USA has long been a flooring supplier globally for these companies.

About Gerflor USA:  Gerflor USA, the American subsidiary of France-based Gerflor USA, provides resilient flooring solutions for designers, installers and facility managers who want design-forward, sustainable, durable flooring products. Gerflor USA’s cutting-edge technology, history of innovation, and manufacturing capabilities are why Taraflex® is the world’s leading sports flooring, and Mipolam, the original homogeneous sheet vinyl flooring, is a leading healthcare flooring solution. Gerflor USA is available in 100 countries around the globe with more than 2500 employees. The company has an excellent environmental record which includes whole life cycle performance, full compliance with ISO 14001 standards, and FloorScore™ certification. Find Gerflor USA on social media: Gerflor USA for Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube. For more information, visit www.gerflorusa.com, call 877-437-3567 or email info@gerflorusa.com.