Which would you choose?
Independent laboratory testing has proven StaticWorx solid vinyl tile to be among the top-performing static-control flooring solutions on the market.
ESD vinyl tiles—also known as antistatic vinyl tiles or static-control vinyl tiles—are not all alike. From performance to durability, versatility to cost—differences abound. Our point-by-point chart shows the differences between StaticWorx Solid Vinyl Tile (SVT) and Armstrong Static Dissipative Vinyl Composition Tile (SDT/VCT). Which would you trust in your critical environment?
| StaticWorx | Armstrong | |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent Static Control | Conductive elements—embedded in StaticWorx Solid Vinyl Tile during manufacturing—provide permanent static protection. No waxes or additives are ever needed. | Armstrong’s static-dissipative tile gains its static-control properties from a topically applied ESD polish. The ESD polish provides short-term static control. To be sure it’s still in spec, the floor must be tested regularly after maintenance. |
| Lifetime Warranty | StaticWorx guarantees ESD protection for as long as you have your floor. | Armstrong has a limited 5-year warranty. The warranty excludes ESD failure after the polish wears off. |
| Performance & Versatility | StaticWorx meets all the requirements of ANSI/ESD S20.20. Our SVT meets ClassZero specs and is ideal for manufacturing, handling, labs, and R&D. | Without regular application of Armstrong ESD wax, Armstrong SDT does not meet ANSI S20.20 and should not be used in cleanrooms or ultra-sensitive applications. |
| Maintenance & Aesthetics | StaticWorx’s Solid Vinyl Tile does not require wax or polish and can be dry-buffed to a high, hospital-like shine. | To maintain its static-control properties, Armstrong’s Vinyl Composition Tile requires three coats of polish after installation and must be waxed regularly. It cannot be dry-buffed. |
| Durability & Flexibility | StaticWorx tiles are tough but flexible. Our SVT tile can withstand heavy loads and won’t crack under pressure. The load limit for StaticWorx tile is 2500 psi. | Armstrong’s tiles are brittle, with a load limit of only 75 psi. Because they easily crack, they cannot be used under machinery. |
| Cost | Because it requires only dry-buffing, maintaining StaticWorx SVT is cost-effective and easy. | Armstrong Vinyl Composition Tile must be periodically waxed with a special ESD polish. Cost is $1.50 per foot/year. |
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StaticWorx AmeriWorx [solid vinyl tile] is a superior product—and we look forward to working with StaticWorx in the future.
Matt Graves
Strahm Building Solutions
Like all StaticWorx ESD Flooring, AmeriWorx vinyl tile tests within the safe range (sweet spot) for electrical resistance.
