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Flooring manufactured from granulated end-of-life tire rubber (crumb rubber, 0.5-8 mm particle size) bonded with polyurethane (PU) resin at 8-15% binder content, compressed and cured into sheets, tiles, or rolls. This sustainable product diverts tires from landfill while creating a durable, impact-absorbing, and cost-effective floor. Thicknesses: 6-50 mm (thicker for higher fall heights and heavier impact absorption). Density: 800-1,200 kg/m³. Key properties: excellent impact absorption (critical fall height certification per EN 1177 for playgrounds, ASTM F1292), good noise reduction (IIC improvement 15-20 dB), slip resistance (COF >0.5), and UV resistance (black rubber is inherently UV-stable). Applications: commercial gyms and weight rooms (15-40 mm — the dominant application), CrossFit boxes, playground safety surfacing (meeting CPSC/ASTM F1292 fall height requirements), outdoor sports courts, running tracks, equestrian arenas, and acoustic underlayment. Colors: black base with colored EPDM granulate flecks (10-30%) for aesthetics — blue, green, red, gray. Installation: adhesive-bonded or loose-laid interlocking tiles. Brands: Ecore, Regupol, Dinoflex, PlayBound, Rubber-Cal.