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PRODUCTS Right finishing products enhance final building aesthetics Manufactured from quality galvanised steel sheet which is expanded into mesh, Mentis Angle Beads are designed for internal and exterior plaster use. Expanded metal flange wings anchor securely in the full depth of plaster on either side of the arris. This product provides exterior corner protection and a reliably straight edge for screeding and for forming an arris in plasterwork which resists chipping or cracking. It is ideal for use on all plastered or rendered corners and protects and reinforces plaster where it is most vulnerable. The metal corner bead is particularly suitable for forming straight edges and exterior corners when plastering for columns. Serving as a guide for plastering and as reinforcement at the corner of a wall before plastering, Mentis Africa Plaster Stop also provides a straight edge and finish for plaster at all openings and abutments. This product is recommended wherever plastered MENTIS Mentis Angle Bead is designed for internal and external plaster use. Mentis Plaster Stop provides a straight edge and finish for plaster at openings and abutments. walls finish against tiles, face bricks, skirting, exposed steelwork, and woodwork and it protects and reinforces the plaster whilst providing a neat finish. Mentis Africa Mentlath 213 provides a key and reinforcement for plaster to minimise cracking. Used where gunite is applied, it is the accepted means of keying plaster or vermiculite to steelwork when fireproofing a steel building and is galvanised to prevent corrosion. Plascon releases new products to aid medical responses As the Covid-19 outbreak puts major strain on South Africa’s healthcare sector, we are looking to the latest technologies, equipment and solutions to curb not only the spread of the virus, but to address the country’s general healthcare needs in the long-term. The Plascon Professional team a product containing a multitude of properties designed for environments where infection control and anti-microbial performance are essential. Plascon Professional Hygiene Low Sheen uses Biodefence silver technology which actively inhibits microbial growth between cleanings, promotes a more hygienic environment and helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination via painted surfaces. Biodefence eliminates up to 99.9% of E.coli bacteria and provides proven protection against other harmful bacteria with low VOC, excellent washability and stain resistance. It will withstand repeated cleaning cycles and maintain its antibacterial effectiveness for its full lifetime. Plascon Professional hygiene paint. PLASCON #Share your your innovative and relevant products with us. Send us a short description of your product with a high resolution image: [email protected] www.saaffordablehousing.co.za SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2020 31