Advanced Adhesive Technologies, Inc.

 

Advanced Adhesive Technologies
424 South Spencer Street
Dalton, GA 30721

Tel: 800-228-4583
Fax: 706-278-6207

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Our latest innovation – Introducing AAT-160 Dynamic Joint Filler

December 1, 2020 -- AAT-160 Dynamic Joint Filler is a premeasured 2 component filler used for filling dynamic or moving sub-floor joints. It is deal for filling joints of any width. Easy mixing and fast curing make it extremely easy to use. May be used in premeasured containers as an entire mix or may be mixed in partials for amount needed. AAT-160 remains permanently elastic, is quick setting and cures within one hour.

Approved sub-floors includes: concrete [max. 25# MVER/100% in situ RH],  underlayment grade OSB, APA underlayment plywood and asphalt. AAT-160 is suitable for use with radiant heat systems.

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Meet the latest addition to the lineup -- AAT-545 

October 8, 2020 -- AAT-545 Engineered Wood Flooring Adhesive is an Advanced co-polymer formula for the installation of engineered wood flooring. This adhesive can be used on most commonly found sub-floors and for all brands of engineered wood flooring designed for “glue-down” installations. The excellent re-bond characteristic and no slump formula helps to minimize call backs from “popping” or “hollow” spots. AAT-545 is formulated for use with pre-finished engineered plank and parquet flooring (including foam-backed parquet). 

AAT-545 is a nonhazardous, VOC compliant adhesive with zero VOC's (calculated). AAT-545 is protected by the CleanGuard® two-stage antimicrobial. CleanGuard® is a specifically formulated broad-spectrum, anti-microbial agent that protects our adhesives and sealers from microorganisms, such as mold or mildew, in both the wet and dry states. AAT-545 Engineered Wood Flooring Adhesive contributes to several LEED NC and EC credits. 

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NEW PRODUCT ALERT -- AAT-692 Polymer Wood Flooring Adhesive 

AAT-692 Polymer Wood Flooring Adhesive

September 1, 2020 -- AAT-692 is an advanced formula polymer adhesive and moisture barrier [using our #12 barrier trowel blade] designed for professional wood flooring installation of engineered wood flooring, parquet and acoustic underlayments. Because the AAT-692 is water and solvent free, it will not cause cupping or expansion of the wood flooring. This adhesive is waterproof when fully cured and will not dissolve if it gets wet., an effective moisture bar

The adhesive spreads easily and has a non-slump formula that will help insure contact and adhesive transfer. It allows fast installation even with complicated patterns due to its strong green grab. There is no flash time required, so installation can begin immediately. It offers superior flexibility and is designed to keep the flooring in place, yet allow for normal movement during seasonal changes to the flooring. This adhesive qualifies for LEED credits. 

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Welcome back, old friend! 

AAT-383 Professional Outdoor Adhesive

April 6, 2020 -- Come hail and high water, AAT-383 is your solution for installing outdoor carpets. Even in less than ideal conditions, this waterproof, high strength formula produces an extreme bond with a variety of carpet backings in only a few hours. This highly versatile adhesive is formulated to perform no matter the challenges. Whether you are building a putting green, sports field or carpeting a patio, AAT-383 is the professional’s best solution for creating great outdoor spaces.

AAT-383 is a waterproof, high strength, rubber resin based adhesive specifically formulated for the permanent installation of most outdoor carpets and artificial turfs.  This adhesive provides an extremely tenacious bond to concrete, asphalt paving surfaces and other common sub-floors. AAT-383 tacks very rapidly, remaining tacky for an extended period, even during unfavorable weather conditions.  This adhesive provides a secure bond in a few hours. AAT-383 has an extended working temperature range of 40° to 100°F. DO NOT USE INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED AREAS.  

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The Best Just Gets Better -- No Moisture Testing Required

September 9, 2019 -- Based upon prolonged field experience and extensive laboratory testing AAT, LLC. (“AAT”) will no longer require moisture testing on the specific products listed below for the installation of engineered wood flooring. These changes will be effective immediately.

AAT-696 4N1 Professional Polymer Wood Flooring Adhesive

AAT-560 Professional Urethane Wood Flooring Adhesive

AAT-550 Urethane Wood Flooring Adhesive

AAT-690 Polymer Wood Flooring Adhesive

The moisture limitations as stated in the respective Technical Data Sheets [TDS] on the above products are lifted as long as the following conditions are met: 

-              A new #12 [TOL-XBL12-25P] clip-on blade must be used for every pail

-              There must be 100% coverage of the adhesive on the subfloor

-              The spread rate must not exceed 35 SF/gal

-              Concrete floors must be at least 30 days old

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Introducing our latest innovation – a waterproof adhesive for resilient floors

 

August 1, 2019 -- What you need is a real solution. Well, we’ve got it! AAT-750’s proprietary WATERPROOF formula delivers uncompromising performance regardless of the source of your moisture problem; old slabs, new slabs, broken pipes, leaking equipment…AAT-750 is a real world solution. Vinyl plank, rubber flooring, VCT, carpet tile, sheet vinyl, sport floors – you name it, AAT-750 is the adhesive for the job. Delivering unmatched bonding force, this adhesive is formulated to perform no matter the challenges. 

 AAT-750 is a single component urethane adhesive suitable for indoor and outdoor installations of many types of resilient flooring, sports flooring and synthetic turf. This high performance adhesive is ideal for installations of a wide range of resilient flooring over concrete slabs with very high moisture content and in areas where extreme moisture exposure is expected. AAT-750 has an extremely high shear strength making it the perfect choice for areas with heavy traffic and rolling loads. There is no flash time required so installation can begin immediately. 

 

In addition to sports flooring and synthetic turf, the AAT-750 is approved for the installation of vinyl tile and plank [VCT, VET, SVT, LVT,LVP], sheet vinyl [homogeneous intended for “full spread” installations and felt backed], rubber flooring, cove base, underlayments, and cork flooring. AAT-750 should not be used for flooring with backings composed of polyolefin, polyethylene, or polypropylene. 

 

The AAT-750 no-slump formula is solvent and water free, nonflammable, very low odor and is a certified “very low emission” adhesive. The adhesive is easy to spread, has a strong green grab and remains flexible. The adhesive is waterproof when cured, however, it is not a moisture inhibitor.

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New Product Alert – Introducing AAT-500 Mounting & Repair Adhesive

June 7, 2019 - AAT-500 is a repair adhesive for wood flooring and synthetic turf installations, over any sub-floor or seaming tape. It is also suitable for installation of molding, stair ledges, treads, or any product that requires a moisture cured urethane for permanent fixation. 

 

  • Quick setting, waterproof adhesive
  • Wood flooring repairs
  • Repairs of synthetic turf seams
  • Molding installation
  • Cove base installation
  • Stair tread installation
  • 10.3oz cartridge, 30 per case

 

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Technical Update -- AAT-420 Premium Vinyl Plank & LVT Adhesive

June 1, 2019 - Advanced Adhesive Technologies is committed to being the leading innovator in the field of flooring adhesive technology. Our employees, working together as a team, are committed to building long-lasting relationships with those suppliers and customers who share our vision of quality and our value of excellence. Our daily purpose is to provide quality products and world class services that consistently exceed your requirements, resulting in complete satisfaction and optimum performance. In the pursuit of this objective, we have made significant investments in R&D and in our infrastructure over the past two years.

One result of these investments is in product performance. Extensive testing has gotten us to the point of upgrading the MVER and in situ RH parameters for our AAT-420 Premium Vinyl Plank and LVT Adhesive. Effective for vinyl plank & LVT installations after June 1, 2019, the sub- floor parameters for the AAT-420 are 10lbs/24hr/1000sf [ASTM F-1869] and 95% in situ RH [ASTM F-2170]. The production date of the AAT-420 must be June 1, 2019, or later. You can access the updated TDS at aatglue.com.


Another real world solution from AAT – AAT-722 Urethane Leveling Compound

February 26, 2019 – AAT-722 is a two-part urethane, waterproof leveling compound. This high performance leveler is ideal for installations of a wide range of floorings over concrete slabs with very high moisture content. AAT-722 is also an effective moisture barrier for concrete sub-floors with up to 18#MVER and 97% in situRH. The leveler can be applied from 1/32” up to more than 5”. AAT adhesives can be applied directly to the leveler in as little as 4 hours. AAT-722 also provides crack bridging, STC and IIC properties.

 

The AAT-722 formula is solvent and water free, nonflammable, very low odor and is a certified “very low emission”. The leveler is easy to spread, eliminates hollow spots, and remains flexible. The leveler is waterproof when cured, however, it is not a moisture inhibitor beyond the parameters stated in the TDS. 

 

  • Waterproof leveling compound
  • Moisture barrier up to 18# and 97%RH
  • Apply from 1/32". No max thickness
  • Cures in 4 hours or less

 

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New professional grade PSA – AAT-620 Premium Pressure Sensitive Adhesive

January 1, 2018 – Get to know the latest addition to our line up.

AAT-620 is a premium, high performance pressure sensitive adhesive [PSA] with a tenacious bond. It is the professional’s choice for installation of vinyl tile [LVT], vinyl plank, modular carpet tile, as well as, fiberglass reinforced [F/G] sheet vinyl. This adhesive can be used on most commonly found sub-floors. This aggressive PSA allows for the removal and replacement of carpet tiles while maintaining a high standard of performance. AAT-620 may also be used to install approved carpet cushions in double-glue installations.  AAT-620 has a long working time, spreads easily and affords easy clean up.

  • Multi-use adhesive for the most popular flooring categories 
  • Ultra-aggressive formula for vinyl plank, carpet tile and F/G sheet vinyl 
  • In situ RH 90%,MVER 8# 

  • Fast tacking, extended working time & rebond-able 
  • Apply by trowel or roller depending upon flooring type 
  • LEED qualified, CRI GLP certified low VOC 

 

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Introducing our latest innovation – a waterproof adhesive for sports and resilient floors

June 1, 2017 -- What you need is a real solution. Well, we’ve got it! AAT-725’s proprietary WATERPROOF formula delivers uncompromising performance regardless of the source of your moisture problem; old slabs, new slabs, broken pipes, leaking equipment…AAT-725 is a real world solution. Vinyl plank, rubber flooring, VCT, carpet tile, sheet vinyl, sport floors – you name it, AAT-725 is the adhesive for the job. Delivering unmatched bonding force, this adhesive is formulated to perform no matter the challenges. – FORM A LASTING BOND WITH AAT!

 AAT-725 is a two part urethane adhesive suitable for indoor and outdoor installations of many types of resilient flooring, sports flooring and synthetic turf. This high performance adhesive is ideal for installations of a wide range of resilient flooring over concrete slabs with very high moisture content and in areas where extreme moisture exposure is expected. AAT-725 has an extremely high shear strength making it the perfect choice for areas with heavy traffic and rolling loads. There is no flash time required so installation can begin immediately. 

In addition to sports flooring and synthetic turf, the AAT-725 is approved for the installation of vinyl tile and plank [VCT, VET, SVT, LVT,LVP], sheet vinyl [homogeneous intended for “full spread” installations and felt backed], rubber flooring, cove base, underlayments, and cork flooring. AAT-725 should not be used for flooring with backings composed of polyolefin, polyethylene, or polypropylene. 

The AAT-725 no-slump formula is solvent and water free, nonflammable, very low odor and is a certified “very low emission” adhesive. The adhesive is easy to spread,has a strong green graband remains flexible. The adhesive is waterproof when cured, however, it is not a moisture inhibitor. 


AAT Introduces latest wood flooring adhesive – AAT-583 Professional Wood Flooring Adhesive

May 1, 2017 -- AAT-583 is an alcohol based, high-strength adhesive for professional wood flooring installation. It contains no chlorinated solvents or other materials harmful to one's health. It is ozone and environmentally safe.

 

  • Unmatched green strength
  • Eliminates hollow spots
  • Easy spreading, no slump formula
  • No hassle clean up
  • No chlorinated solvents
  • US Patent 7,179,088 B2 

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AAT-295 ULTRA PREMIUM CARPET ADHESIVE

Advanced Adhesive Technologies, Inc. [Dalton, Georgia] has added another valuable performance enhancement to the Go2 Adhesive series.  Our latest innovation is the result of an extensive R&D effort.  The reengineered AAT-295 Ultra Premium Carpet Adhesive offers you a much faster drying adhesive resulting in significant time savings. Perhaps, the most important feature of the enhanced formula for you is the 295’s ability to be used over slabs with an in situ RH of 95%.  This performance enhancement will add a margin of safety for you and the flooring contractor’s that choose the AAT-295 without increasing your cost.  

AAT-295 reduces the amount of open or dwell time required when direct gluing high performance carpets, thereby dramatically increasing the installer’s daily production capabilities without compromising the integrity of the installation. This high solids, low odor, solvent free and installer friendly adhesive can be used with virtually all broadloom carpets and is especially recommended for high performance carpet backings. Like all of our adhesives, this adhesive is protected by the CleanGuard® two-stage antimicrobial.  CleanGuard is a specifically formulated broad-spectrum, anti-microbial agent that protects our adhesives and sealers from microorganisms, such as mold or mildew, in both the wet and dry state.  The CRI Green-label Plus Adhesive Certification Program has certified AAT-295 as a “low VOC” adhesive.  AAT-295 may contribute to the LEED certification of projects.

AAT’s Go2 Adhesive formulas have been formulated to ensure superior adhesive performance under the very demanding conditions commonly found in today’s fast paced construction. Consisting of ten high performance adhesives, the Go2 series raises the bar for adhesive performance for a broad set of applications from broadloom carpet, LVT and LVP, VCT, sheet vinyl and modular carpet tile. AAT’s Go2 adhesives are formulated for mitigating applications over new concrete with in situ RH levels up to 95% and MVE rates up to 8lbs./1000sq.ft./24hrs. 

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AAT-322 FG Sheet Vinyl Pressure Sensitive Adhesive
AAT-322 is pressure sensitive adhesive for fiberglass sheet vinyl. AAT-322 FG Sheet Vinyl Pressure Sensitive Adhesive is a high quality, acrylic based adhesive that is formulated for installing sheet vinyl with fiberglass cores and PVC cushioned backs. Certified with the CRI Green Label Plus designation for low VOC adhesives, and meets or exceeds all EPA and OSHA guidelines regarding Indoor Air Quality.

AAT-322 can be used on all grade levels over concrete and approved wood sub-floors in the absence of moisture emissions and alkalinity. AAT-322 is freeze-thaw stable and this zero VOC adhesive is protected by the CleanGuard® two-stage antimicrobial.

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Advanced Poxyfill Wood Floor Repair Kit
The Advanced Poxyfill Wood Floor Repair Kit by AAT contains a specifically formulated adhesive for easily correcting hollow and "popping" spots that can occur in wood flooring installations. The kit contains everything needed to make an effective and professional wood flooring repair. Our unique cartridge system does not require expensive dispensing equipment. The Advanced Poxyfill cartridge and adapter is used in a standard caulk gun. This feature significantly reduces the costs associated with traditional repair kits. Advanced Poxyfill Repair Adhesive can be used to repair hollow spots under solid and engineered wood flooring, including bamboo. Unlike water-based repair products, the Poxyfill adhesive will not expand the wood flooring.

The Advanced Poxyfill Repair adhesive is easy to use and forms an outstanding bond to concrete and wood. The blending nozzle meters the two-component adhesive in the correct ratio, generating an extremely aggressive bond to substrates and to filling voids in subfloors that do not meet industry standards for flatness. The adhesive begins to cure right away and is fully cured in 30 minutes.

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