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UPTEC - Outdoor Leveling System

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UPTEC Concept

Innovative 3-in-1 system Designed to complete installations of different heights with one single product
Uptec is a universal, adjustable pedestal for outdoor raised floor installations, specifically indicated for 2 cm - 3/4” ceramic tile. Uptec launches the 3-in-1 revolution, 3 articles (3 base codes: SUPAL, SUPAS and SUPAR) in only one system. The three products work seamlessly with 3 accessories (3 codes: SUPA2, SUPA4 and SUPAW) designed for standard installations (2 mm - 3/32” and 4 mm - 5/32”tile joints) or for wood and aluminum joists. The rubber, interchangeable accessories guarantee a sound dampening, non-slip system. Uptec allows you to reach the desired floor height by simply adding SUPAR spacer rings; an ingenuous locking disc lets you easily change from a self-leveling head to a fixed head. Simple mechanism to change from a self-leveling head to a fixed head.

Raised outdoor floor: how to make it?

The raised outdoor floors, also called floating or floating, are installed in equipped gardens, balconies, poolside, patios, porches and verandas. They consist of a flooring (stoneware, stone, wood, PVC) resting on a support structure consisting of pedestals, generally in polypropylene, resting on a sloping screed. The feet must be arranged at a constant distance between them and arranged in parallel rows; the dry floor must therefore be placed on top of them.We offer Uptec, a range of 3 in 1 supports, with which it is possible to create any type of raised floor using only 3 main elements. It is a modular system, very simple to use, in which just add / remove one more Ring to reach the desired height. The Uptec supports are also adjustable in height and can be used both in the self-leveling and fixed versions, simply by fixing the ring on the head of the foot. The system should be used in a self-leveling version to compensate for the slope of the substrate, saving time and thus obtaining a flat and stable walkable floor. On the head of the support there are fins that allow a homogeneous spacing between the slabs of the floor and thus facilitates the evacuation of rainwater.

Why a raised floor?

A raised floor, compared to a standard floor glued or simply placed on sand or gravel, therefore subject to movement, guarantees a series of advantages: · Light construction system · The work is performed dry so it does not get dirty · The laying can be performed in every season · Installation is quick and easy compared to a floor to be glued · If there is a breakage of a portion of the floor or if you decide to change it because it is no longer liked, the replacement operation is very simple · Low maintenance costs · The aesthetic result is far superior to other options as it allows you to choose more precious and particular flooring · The flooring can be walked on immediately · The floor is resistant to thermal changes, no cracks are formed because in the case due to thermal expansion, the material, since it is not fixed, has the possibility to move naturally · Efflorescence is avoided eu ascent midpoint · It is possible to create a technical compartment in the subfloor: manholes, pipes, cables · The subfloor can be inspected.

Advantages of UPTEC self-leveling version of the pedestal

The self-leveling version of the Uptec pedestal allows the installer to compensate up to a 5% slope in the substrate. In this way you can realize a perfectly leveled floor installation without having to insert spacers under the pedestals.

Whats the maximum installation height of pedestals for raised floors?

The Uptec Standard SUPAS pedestals (43mm – 58mm height) can be combined with one or more SUPAR rings that increase the total height by 30mm each. For very high installations, we recommend using the article SUPARX4 (120mm), called “big ring”, which is composed of 4 SUPAR rings already preassembled. The maximum height tested (with a maximum load capacity of 14kN) is 22 stacked SUPAR rings (total height of 71.80 cm). The construction site manager should contact us to verify the installation dimensions for applications higher than 30 cm.

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SUPas - Standard Pedestal

43 - 58mm

SUPAS – Standard pedestal for raised floors

The Uptec SUPAS support is adjustable in height from to 43 to 58 mm, with a base of 190 mm in diameter and a head of 130 mm. The support can be both self-leveling and fixed: by rotating the pre-included mechanism, it’s possible to switch from one mode to another in few seconds, without any additional accessory. When in self-leveling mode, the head can compensate slopes up to 5%. On the head it is possible to apply the accessories for standard installations (2mm spacers or 4mm spacers), the head for the wooden beam or to add the aluminium joist (on the head with 4mm spacers). To reach higher elevations, just add the SUPAR stackable extension ring. Holes have been made on the base to allow the water to flow out, and on the lower side 4 pre-cut lines to easily cut the pedestals when you come to corners or perimeters.

DATA SHEET

Installation Video Standard Floor

Dimension: 43 - 58mm

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SUPal - Low Pedestal

28-43mm

SUPAL – Low pedestal for raised floors

The Uptec SUPAL support is adjustable in height from to 28 to 43 mm, with a base of 190 mm in diameter and a head of 130 mm. The support can be both self-leveling and fixed: by rotating the pre-included mechanism, it’s possible to switch from one mode to another in few seconds, without any additional accessory. When in self-leveling mode, the head can compensate slopes up to 5%. On the head it is possible to apply the accessories for standard installations (2mm spacers or 4mm spacers), the head for the wooden beam or to add the aluminium joist (on the head with 4mm spacers). Holes have been made on the base to allow the water to flow out, and on the lower side 4 pre-cut lines to easily cut the pedestals when you come to corners or perimeters.

DATA SHEET

Installation Video Standard Floor

Dimension: 28-43mm

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SUPar - Modular Ring

Modular ring +30 mm

SUPAR – SUPAR stackable ring

Uptec SUPAR is a stackable ring to be used in combination with the standard supports, SUPAS and SUPASFX from 58 mm up. Each extension ring is 30 mm. SUPAR has been designed to be easily assembled, thanks to the symbols placed both on the ring and on the base of the support (open padlock / closed padlock). It can be used individually or as a combination of multiple SUPAR until it reaches the desired height.

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What’s the height of the SUPAR ring for outdoor raised floor pedestals?

The stackable rings for Uptec pedestals for raised floors are 3cm high each.

Installation Video Standard Floor

Dimension: Modular ring +30 mm

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SUPAK - 3 Way Adjustment Key

SUPAK 3 ways adjustment key

Uptec SUPAK is the adjustment key and performs three functions: 1. Change from fixed head to self-levelling 2. Removing the tie-bases 3. Height adjustment.

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SUPALFX - Fixed Head System

SUPALFX – Low fixed-head pedestal for raised floors

The Uptec SUPALFX support is adjustable in height from to 28 to 43 mm, with a base of 190 mm in diameter and a head of 130 mm. It’s possible to compensate for slopes by using the SUPL2 and SUPL3 accessories. SUPALFX is the ideal solution in terms of ease of use for wide, horizontal and perfectly planar areas. On the head it is possible to apply the accessories for standard installations (2mm spacers or 4mm spacers) or to add the aluminium joist (on the head with 4mm spacers).

Uptec FX is a fixed head system consisting of only 3 polypropylene elements adjustable in height, designed to create outdoor raised floors. The Uptec FX system, consists of: SUPALFX (low support - adjustable from 28 to 43mm) SUPASFX (standard support - adjustable from 43 to 58mm) SUPAR (30mm stackable ring compatible with SUPASFX to reach heights above 58mm)

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SUPASFX - Fixed Base Support

SUPASFX – Standard fixed-head pedestal for raised floors

The Uptec SUPASFX support is adjustable in height from to 43 to 58 mm, with a base of 190 mm in diameter and a head of 130 mm. It’s possible to compensate for slopes by using the SUPL2 and SUPL3 accessories. SUPALFX is the ideal solution in terms of ease of use for wide, horizontal and perfectly planar areas. On the head it is possible to apply the accessories for standard installations (2mm spacers or 4mm spacers) or to add the aluminium joist (on the head with 4mm spacers). To reach higher elevations, just add the SUPAR stackable extension ring.

The base of the supports has a diameter of 190mm and the top has a diameter of 130mm. SUPA2FX and SUPA4FX heads can be mounted on the top of supports to create joints of 2mm and 4mm, respectively. The heads are made of polypropylene and rubber and provide high anti-noise and anti slip performance.

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Uptec SUPT

SUPT pedestals for floating floors installation of minimum height

SUPT is a support adjustable in height from 10 to 15 mm, with the appropriate adjustment key. By adding the SUPB base, the adjustment can be up to 25 mm (max 3 SUPB 3mm at the time). Available in two variants: SUPT, with 2 mm spacers, SUPT4 with 4 mm spacers.

SUPT is the perfect support to install a raised floor with heights as low as 10mm. It is adjustable in increments of 0.5mm each, and reaches a maximum of 15mm total. It can also be used with SUPB bases to reach a maximum height of 30mm.

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SUPB - to reach a greater height

SUPB base to reach a greater height

Using the stackable SUPB, you can increase the height of the low-height SUPT from 15 mm to 30 mm. Each extension adds 5 mm of height, and it's recommended to stack a maximum of three SUPB units. For heights greater than 30 mm, it's recommended to use the Uptec 3in1 range.

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SUPA TRAY - Safety Grid

SUPATRAY safety grid

The innovative Uptec SUPATRAY is meticulously engineered to provide a versatile and durable raised floor solution principally to protect against injuries in the event of tile breakage. Featuring a honeycomb structure and practical dimensions of 598 x 598 x 38mm, it creates a solid substructure for any raised floor project. Manufactured from recycled ABS plastic material, it is designed to withstand the test of time and the most challenging weather conditions, offering exceptional durability and impressive load-bearing resistance.

Datasheet

Installation Video

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SUPA Lock - Locking Disk

SUPALOCK Locking disc

The SUPALOCK aluminum locking disc offers a seamless and secure solution for connecting SUPATRAYs in raised floor systems installed over uptec pedestals. Engineered from high-quality aluminum, it is built to withstand extreme wind conditions up to 225km/h - 140 mph. The integrated pins securely fit into the openings on the locking disc, further enhancing its strength and stability.

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SUPATRAY GRIP - Locking Disk

SUPATRAYGRIP Locking Disc

SUPATRAYGRIP is made of aluminum and connects four SUPATRAY grids for added stability during installation

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Bordertec - BST

BST20 Perimeter profile

Bordertec BST20 is a painted aluminum profile designed to offer an additional solution for delimiting the vertical perimeter edges of a raised floor. It allows the lateral closure of a raised floor, fitting the tile vertically in the appropriate groove of the profile or glued to the vertical end tile using the holes provided.

BST20 Data Sheet

External connection for laying the Bordertec BST20 profile

Bordertec BSTE is the external corner of the perimeter closing profile of raised floors, Bordertec BST20. Available in painted aluminium.

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Edging BSR

The BORDERTEC BSR is recommended for contouring marble and stone balconies and sidewalks. Its unique sectional design allows the use of two different floor thicknesses with the same reversible profile. BORDERTEC BSR in size BSR 20/* can be used with PROFILITEC floating floor support systems. BORDERTEC BSR contains all necessary elements for state-of-the-art installation.

BSR DATA SHEET

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Edging - BSJ Border Profile

BSJ Border profile to be used with 2cm tiles

Bordertec BSJ is a 2 cm decorative visible profile. It allows the lateral closure of a raised floor, fitting the tile vertically in the appropriate groove of the profile.

External connection for laying the Bordertec BSJ profile

Bordertec BSJE is the external corner of the perimeter closing profile of raised floors, Bordertec BSJ. Available in brushed stainless steel (IS) and painted aluminium.

Clip for installation of a raised floor with Bordertec BSJ perimeter closing profile

The SUPACLPB base clip and the Bordertec BSJ profile are used for tiling external perimeter edges. The SUPACLPB base clip will be positioned under the base of the support while the BSJ profile, above the head of the support.The tile is then inserted between the clip and the profile.

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SUPA2 - ceramic tile installations

Base Option Spacer - 2 mm tabs - 3/32” for ceramic tile installations
Dimension: 2 mm joints

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SUPA4 - ceramic tile and tile installations with aluminum joists

Base Option Spacer - 4 mm tabs - 5/32” for ceramic tile installations and tile installations with aluminum joists
Dimension: 4 mm joints

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SUPAW - Tab for installations on wood joists

Base Option - Tab for installations on wood joists

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SUPAANG240 - Aluminium Joists

Aluminium Joists available in silver anodised alumium and black.

Installation Video Aluminium Joists

Dimension: L = 2.40 m

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SUPAANGB240 - Black Aluminium Joist

Black Aluminum joist also available in silver anodised aluminium.

Dimension: L = 2.40 m

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SUPAJG - Joist Junction

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FAQ - Can a raised floor installed with Uptec pedestals withstand car passage?

Can a raised floor installed with Uptec pedestals withstand car passage?

Raised floors cannot withstand car passage. One of the advantages of this system is, in fact, the possibility of carrying out a dry tile installation without the use of adhesive and allowing for the future removal of the structure. This type of installation has optimal resistance to static loads (Uptec resistance to point loads = 14kN), but the components are not connected to each other, so the wheels of a vehicle which cause friction across the tile surface could collapse the structure.

Raised floors cannot withstand car passage. One of the advantages of this system is, in fact, the possibility of carrying out a dry tile installation without the use of adhesive and allowing for the future removal of the structure. This type of installation has optimal resistance to static loads (Uptec resistance to point loads = 14kN), but the components are not connected to each other, so the wheels of a vehicle which cause friction across the tile surface could collapse the structure.

Dimension: Can a raised floor installed with Uptec pedestals withstand car passage?

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FAQ - Maximum certified load capacity

The Maximum certified load for Uptec pedestals is 1,400 kg.

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FAQ - Maximum distance between Uptec pedestals is 60cm

The maximum distance between Uptec pedestals is 60cm. Therefore, when using tile lager than 60 x 60cm, we recommend placing a central pedestal in addition to the pedestals placed on the four corners of the tile.

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FAQ - Choosing SUPA2 or SUPA4

How do I choose between an Uptec head with a 2mm or 4mm gap?
Choosing between a head with a 2mm (SUPA2) or a 4mm (SUPA4) gap is mainly aesthetically driven (taking into consideration that in outdoor installations a wider joint between the tiles is not as evident as in indoor installations). The advantage of using a head with a 4mm gap is being able to do the final height adjustments using the SUPAK tool, even after the floor is installed, without having to remove any pieces. In addition, the 4mm head can also be used with installations containing aluminum joists.

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