BUS & COACH
FLOOR COVERINGS

creating better environments

Forbo Flooring, yourpartner of choice in Bus & CoachFor Forbo Flooring, creating better
environments means a better working, living
or travel environment. To achieve this, Forbo
has developed an unrivalled and versatilefloor covering collection that truly adds to thequality of people’s lives wherever they are.
Creating better environments also means
caring for the environment and its people.
For more than 100 years, inspired by theworld around us, Forbo Flooring has been
producing floor coverings. By using state of
the art production processes we minimize
the impact on our environment. All our
manufacturing operations are ISO 14001
certified, raw materials are used efficiently
and waste is minimised and recycled
wherever possible. Ongoing research anddevelopment continue alongside an active
environmental policy.

Contents
4 Product range overview
8 Coral FR
10 Flotex
12 Eternal
14 Step
16 Service products
18 Technical specifications

Forbo Flooring Systems, addresses all theissues designers/specifiers need to consider
when looking at the floor covering needs forbus and coach interiors.
Bus and coach interiors, including theflooring, play a key role in achieving
customer satisfaction. However, designinga comfortable and aesthetically pleasing
interior is not easy because the bus andcoach industry has to meet an array ofhealth and safety legislation. Forbo Flooring
Systems offers the widest variety of flooring
solutions that meet all these regulations andalso provides all the expert advice you may
need when selecting floor coverings for thisspecialist market.

Given that most vehicle interiors have towithstand heavy foot traffic, a durable
flooring solution is a must. By investing in
high-quality flooring – including effective
entrance systems – and ensuring regularcleaning, operators can prolong the life of
the vehicle flooring and keep it looking good.
Coral FR entrance systems offer the ideal
solution for entrance areas, as they meet all
the necessary legislation while providing astylish and effective barrier system.
The combination of precisely-developedmaterials and unique construction methods
makes our products exceptionally durable,
ensuring high appearance retention and low
wear characteristics.

Product range
Forbo Flooring Systems offers textile,
flocked flooring and safety vinyl for buses
and coaches. All of these products meetinternational industry requirements andinclude a slip resistance rating of up to R12.
Forbo’s products are fully certified andcombine durability and a wide variety ofdesigns and colours.
You can choose from a rich diversity ofdesigns, ranging from natural designs tothe sparklingly innovative. Our products areboth stylish and extremely hard-wearing.
We guarantee a combination of the bestproducts in the market supplied from one
specialised manufacturer.

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Product overview

Scratch resistant PUR
Pearl with anti-slip particles

Scratch resistant
PUR Pearl

Wearlayer: transparent on
printed layer or coloured layer
with anti-slip particles

Wearlayer: transparent on
printed layer or coloured layer

Flock adhesive
Fibreglass nonwoven

Backing material
latex giving thehighest fire ratings

Glassfibre net reinforcement

Grey calandered backing
with 40% re-used content

Grey calandered backing with 40%
re-used content. Backing optional with felt

Primary backing

Closed cell PVC foam No.1

Glass fleece for dimensional stability

Glass fleece for dimensional stability

Combinationof durable
polyamide yarns

Nylon 6.6 pile

Closed cell PVC foam No.2

A durable floor covering combining outstanding slip
resistance (up to R12) with a wide range of design
possibilities. The PUR Pearl surface provides superior,
long-lasting appearance and performance.

A highly durable floor covering with a wide range ofdesign possibilities. The PUR Pearl surface provides
superior, long-lasting appearance and performance.

A unique floorcovering, combining the cleaning
properties and durability of a resilient flooring with the
comfort, slip resistant and acoustic properties usuallyassociated with textiles.

The market leader in entrance systems providing an
exceptionally versatile and proven range of ‘clean-off’entrance system products and carpets.

Benefits:

Benefits:

Benefits:

Benefits:• R10, R11 and R12 with anti slip enhanced performance• R10 in anti slip enhanced performance• Nylon 6.6 ensures high durability• High moisture absorption• PUR Pearl lacquered surface providing easycleaning and maintenance• PUR Pearl lacquered surface providing easycleaning and maintenance• Hygienic• Dirt scraping for effective clean-off• Low gloss surface for low scuff and a natural look

• Coloured durable wear layer fora long-lasting appearance• 100% transparent durable wear layer fora long-lasting appearance• Flotex vision uses high definition printing technology.
With 500+ references as standard and the opportunity
for custom design or re-colouring of designs• High dirt storage• Low gloss surface for low scuff and a natural look

• High recycled PVC content• High recycled PVC content• Wide design variety• Wide design variety• Improved indoor air quality(independently proven by Allergy UK)• O ptional with or without felt backing
for better adhesion properties• Optional with or without felt backing
for better adhesion properties• Slip resistant4• Easy to clean; easy soil removal due
to short nylon fibres• Advanced colouring and choice• Excellent at soil hiding5

By stopping up to 95% of walked in dirt andmoisture, our Coral FR can prolong the life ofyour floor as well as greatly reduce cleaning
costs and the risk for slipping. Deliveringsuperior performance in even the toughest
environments. Whether facing rain, snow,
sand or soil.

5767 | slate blue

5754 | straw brown

4751 | silver grey

4774 | khaki

5705 | bondi blue

5724 | chocolate brown

4756 | bronztone

4759 | old rose5722 | cornflower blue

5723 | cardinal red

4727 | navy blue

4753 | bright red

9714 | Sicilian sand9724 | cafe supreme

3201 | silver shadow

3202 | desperado

9710 | luna pearl

9730 | black diamond

3208 | matrix

3219 | colour purple

9727 | Volga blue

9723 | African red

3207 | blue velvet

3206 | volcano

Coral FR is ideal for passenger walkways andentrances including steps. Our range includes
a large selection of styles and designs to suit
your requirements.

Shown above is only a selection of designs and colourways available.
To view the full range please visit www.forbo-flooring.com/bus
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A unique floor covering that looks and feels likea carpet but with upright fibres making it easy
to clean. Flotex has a smooth, velour likesurface that is comfortable to walk on, withexcellent slip resistant properties.
Flotex Colour designs are characterised by theirsubtle nuances in colour and by the design
styles that deliver small scale designs and asemi plain all-over look.

Flotex Vision represents the unique highdefinition digital print collection that createssuperior texture with almost 3D-like appearance.
Flotex Vision, through its technology, allows forlarge endless pattern repeats and vivid life likecolours creating a new dimension for Flotex andmaking the product attractive for todays bus
and coach environments.

s290002 | greys482026 | neptune

s246033 | emeralds290023 | expresso

s482037 | greys246004 | gulls246034 | lilac

s382012 | red

010038 | white oak

010041 | smoked beech

010042 | steamed beech

010039 | european white wood

700001 | Lines spectrum shadow

520020 | Cord berry

530016 | Spin denim

540014 | Vector quartz™

Thanks to its unique construction, which helps
to reduce the amount of allergens in theatmosphere, Flotex has been awarded theprestigious Allergy UK Seal of Approval.

Shown above is only a selection of designs and colourways available.
To view the full range please visit www.forbo-flooring.com/bus
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Eternal is synonymous with assured quality.
The brand’s benefits are easy to see and clearlyrecognizable. Quite simply, Eternal is chosen
for its trustworthy performance and broad
range of designs and colours.

43002 | fog sparkle

43692 | mint sparkle

43742 | honey sparkle

43722 | bubblegum sparkle

43212 | mouse sparkle

43702 | jungle sparkle

43492 | red sparkle

43602 | plum sparkle

41292 | charcoal contrast

40542 | earth palette

43232 | night sparkle

43382 | carbon sparkle

10032 | fossil stucco13712 | brushed chrome

11372 | bamboo stripe

42632 | concrete slate

11162 | tropical beech

11442 | washed beech

11542 | traditional oak

10232 | dark walnut

The Eternal collection mixes realistic andcontemporary designs to offer a uniquepattern and colour signature. Designer quality
for sheet vinyl.

Shown above is only a selection of designs and colourways available.
To view the full range please visit www.forbo-flooring.com/bus
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171032 (R10) | smoke

171772 (R10) | cement

172982 (R10) | yellow green

172522 (R10) | corn

172752 (R10) | slate grey

171262 (R10) | umber

172722 (R10) | apple

172932 (R10) | tangerine

171952 (R10) | elephant

172422 (R10) | purple

172612 (R10) | ocean

172682 (R10) | terra

171592 (R10) | lava

171782 (R10) | night

171642 (R10) | cloudy

171562 (R10) | pepper

18982 (R10) | shadow oak

18382 (R10) | chestnut

18942 (R10) | natural oak

18802 (R10) | elegant oak

Surestep Original safety flooring offers a fresh
alternative to conventional safety flooring with
an improved cleaner aesthetic.
Surestep provides proven design and functionality,with a wide range of colours and slip resistantdesigns ideal for bus and coach flooring.
Our products can be supplied with felt backing(upon request) improving the adherence
properties in combination with adhesive andsub-floors.

Shown above is only a selection of designs and colourways available.
To view the full range please visit www.forbo-flooring.com/bus
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Safestep R11 safety flooring is specificallydesigned to match the areas where a highlevel of slip resistance is needed where
there is increased slip risk. All items are colour
co-ordinated with the R12 range.
Safestep R12 safety flooring range is a high slip
resistant R12 rated floor covering ensuring slip
resistance under the most extreme conditions.

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174862 (R11) | 175862 (R12) | silver grey

174032 (R11) | 175032 (R12) | smoke

174752 (R11) | 175752 (R12) | slate grey

174922 (R11) | 175922 (R12) | concrete

174952 (R11) | 175952 (R12) | elephant

174642 (R11) | 175642 (R12) | cloudy

174092 (R11) | 175092 (R12) | granite

174592 (R11) | 175592 (R12) | lava

174992 (R11) | 175992 (R12) | charcoal

Guaranteed lifetime slip resistant performance,
created with slip resistant particles throughout
the wear layer.
The 9-soil hiding colours are designed tosuit their application in light industrial areas.
Each item is colour matched with our Safestep
R11 range.

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Welding rods

Sealant

Installation tools and training

Welding rods ensure high levels of hygiene
because they make seams easy to clean while
preventing water reaching the subfloor. Forbo
offers welding rods to match to all the vinyl
references.

Helmipur SH100 is the perfect bonding
solution to seal edges or seams that are hard
to reach with welding rods.

Based on our experience and our continuous
research we can recommend and supply
a complete assortment of high-grade
installation tools. These will help you toachieve a simple and professional installationof our floor coverings.

Adhesives

AquajetWe recognise that sometimes a client wishes
to create something totally unique, perhaps
something specific to a particular project,such as signage to facilitate the restrictions
and safety guidelines within the bus andcoach. Whatever may be required, ourin-house design team has skills andexperience to turn ideas into reality.

Please contact us at transport@forbo.com
or your account manager for advice on
suitable adhesives to use and self-adhesive
solutions.

characteristics of the original product.
Whether it is a complete bus and coach layoutin floor covering, a company logo, signage orthematic design, the possibilities are limitless.

From an initial concept, detailed drawing,or computer file, our design team preparesa flooring design that is transferred
electronically to Aquajet cutting machines.
These computer-controlled machines
represent state-of-the-art cutting technology
and produce precision cut items accurate toa fraction of a millimetre. The pattern is inlaid
and, importantly, retains all the performance

Solutions
Forbo offer a truly comprehensive andcompliant flooring product portfolio for thebus and coach sector. Within the portfolio areentrance systems, safety floors, vinyl floors
and flocked flooring as well as all adhesives,
accessories and installation tools. You’ll see
we also offer the widest range of design andcolourway options available on the market
giving you a world of choice.

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Forbo have years of experience with regards
to material scheduling and specific logisticalrequirements, both for the new build andrefurbishment of bus and coach vehicles.
We will work closely with you to understandyour exact requirements, in order to achieve
the optimum service level.

Working with Forbo means;• A sole source of supply for all yourflooring requirements• The largest and most versatile choiceof floor coverings• A bespoke design service• Global advice, support and crossborder project management.

As our floors are part of the indoor environment in whichpeople live, meet and work, it is our mission to design andoffer products that contribute in a positive way to the healthand comfort of the individual. “Committed to the health ofone” introduces a focus in our commitment to sustainability
that centres around all aspects that concern your health,well-being and comfort in relation to our products andservices, today as well as for future generations.

Technical Specifications

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Surestep

Safestep (up to R12) Eternal

Flotex colour

Flotex vision

Coral brush FR*

Coral classic FR*

Coral duo FR*

Coral welcome FR*

Total thickness

ISO 1765 /EN-ISO 24346

2.0 mm

2.0 mm

2.0 mm

4.3 mm

4.3 mmApprox 9 mm

Approx 8 mm

Approx 9 mm

Approx 8 mm

Roll width

EN-ISO 24341

200 cm200 cm200 cm200 cm200 cm185 cm (customizable)

185 cm (customizable)

190 cm (customizable)

190 cm (customizable)

Roll length

EN-ISO 24341

20 - 27 m

20 - 27 m

Approx 25 m

30 m

30 m

27.5 m (customizable)

27.5 m (customizable)

27.5 m (customizable)

27.5 m (customizable)

50 m2

50 m2

50 m2

50 m2

Minimum order quantity.
=

Total weightISO 8543 /EN-ISO 23997

Pile installation weight
Pile thickness

2750 gram/m2

2750 gram/m2

2800 gram/m2

1800 gram/m2

1800 gram/m2

Approx 3400 gram/m²

Approx 3400 gram/m²

Approx 3000 gram/m²

Approx 2500 gram/m²

ISO 8543

Approx 250 gram/m²

Approx 250 gram/m²

Approx 920 gram/m²

Approx 870 gram/m²

Approx 670 gram/m²

Approx 750 gram/m²

ISO 1766

Approx 2 mm

Approx 2 mm

Approx 6.5 mm

Approx 6 mm

Approx 6 mm

Approx 6.3 mm

100% polyamide

100% polyamide

100% regenerated
Econyl polyamide

100% polyamide-BCF
solution dyed

100% polyamide where
75% is regenerated
Econyl polyamide

100% regenerated
Econyl polyamide≤ 0.2%≤ 0.2%

≥6

≥6

≥5

≥7

≥5

≥7

Very good

Very good
4-5

4.5

4-5

4-5

> 1.109 Ω> 1.109 Ω> 1.109 Ω> 1.109 Ω

Pile material

2
3
p
0
5
M
6
L
e

Dimensional stability

EN-ISO 23999 /ISO 2551< 0.1%< 0.1%< 0.1%

Indentation residual

EN-ISO 24343-1≤ 0.05 mm≤ 0.05 mm≤ 0.05 mm

Light fastness

EN ISO 105/B02

≥6

≥6

≥6

Flexibilty

EN-ISO 24344

Ø 10 mm

Ø 10 mm

Ø 10 mm

Resistance to chemicals

ISO 26987

Very good

Very good

Very good

Organic solventsEN ISO 105/X05

Electrical resistanceEN 1081 /ISO 10965> 1.109 Ω> 1.109 Ω> 1.109 Ω> 1.109 Ω> 1.109 Ω

DIN 51130/51131
EN 13845 Anhang C
EN 13893

R10
ESf
μ > 0.30

R11, R12
ESf
μ > 0.30

R10

R13

R13

Slip resistanceμ > 0.30

μ > 0.30

μ > 0.30

μ > 0.30

μ > 0.30

μ > 0.30

μ > 0.30

Fire resistance

ECE R 118-2
Annex 60 mm/min

0 mm/min

0 mm/min

0 mm/min

0 mm/min

0 mm/min

0 mm/min

0 mm/min

0 mm/minBody voltage

EN 1815 /ISO 6356< 2 kV< 2 kV< 2 kV< 2 kV< 2 kV< 2 kV antistatic< 2 kV antistatic< 2 kV antistatic< 2 kV antistatic

Thermal conductivity

EN12524 /ISO 8302

0.25 W/m.K

0.25 W/m.K

0.25 W/m.K

0.048 W/m.K

0.048 W/m.K

0.093 W/m.K

0.13 W/m.K

0.14 W/m.K*Coral FR is made to order18

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Forbo Flooring Systems is part of the Forbo Group, a global leader in flooring andmovement systems, and offers a full range of flooring products for commercial
and affordable housing and new build markets. High quality linoleum, vinyl, textile,
flocked and entrance flooring products combine functionality, colour and design,offering total flooring solutions for any environment.

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Website: www.forbo-flooring.com/bus
Tel: +44 (0)1773 744121

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