ECOsurfaces’ Nada Rx Earns Multiple Industry Awards
ECOsurfaces, powered by Ecore Int'l, announces that Nada Rx, a standout in its product lineup, has been recognized with multiple industry awards for its outstanding performance, design innovation and environmental stewardship. Recent accolades consist of a Sustainable Award in the resilient category from Healthcare Design’s Nightingale Awards, a "Best of 2023" product award by ADEX Design Journal Magazine and a "2023 Products of the Year" award bestowed by Architectural Record.
“We are honored to see one of ECOsurfaces’ newest products being celebrated by so many industry professionals and recognized with these prestigious awards,” said Deb Lechner, chief marketing officer of Ecore. “Nada Rx embodies our commitment to providing functional, sustainable solutions for commercial spaces where safety, acoustic performance, ergonomic support, comfort under foot and hygienic conditions are key.”
Designed for easy maintenance, stain resistance, heavy load and high traffic areas, Nada Rx features a 2mm PVC-free resilient surface layer factory fusion bonded to a 5mm vulcanized composition rubber (VCR) base layer. The high-performance surface blends functionality, aesthetics, resilience and sustainability, and is an ideal option for schools, hospitals, clinical labs and other settings where infection control and sanitation are paramount.
Including heat-welded seams that prevent bacteria or pathogens from accumulating, Nada Rx ensures a sterile environment. Its dense, oil-free surface resists dirt, making it easy to maintain and clean, and the product’s resilience means there is no need for polishing or buffing. Meticulously crafted to cater to the visionary needs of designers and architects, Nada Rx’s innovative VCR backing elevates performance by providing ergonomic, acoustic and safety support to reduce joint stress and muscle fatigue, diminish noise and reduce the risk of injury from falls.
Healthcare Design Nightingale Awards
The Nightingale Awards recognize healthcare and contract products newly introduced to the U.S. market. Presented by Healthcare Design magazine in partnership with The Center for Health Design and the HCD Conference, the awards recognize contributions to the healthcare-built environment through product design and innovation that contribute to healing. ECOsurfaces’ Nada Rx won a Nightingale Sustainable Award in the resilient flooring category.
The Awards for Design Excellence (ADEX) Design Journal’s Best of 2023 Award
The ADEX program recognizes the best in quality, innovation, form, function and creativity that have most impacted the design community each year in the areas of architecture, interior design, planning and product design of furnishings, materials and technology. Design Journal has been the international trade resource for interior designers, architects and facility managers since 1988 and sponsors the annual ADEX Awards. In addition to being named among the “Best of 2023” in the Flooring category, ECOsurfaces is also a Director’s Choice nominee for the 2024 ADEX Awards. Learn more about our win here.
Architectural Record 2023 Products of the Year
Each year, the Record Products competition invites a jury of six professionals to select the best new products of the year, rating entries for innovation, usefulness and aesthetics. The 2023 Products of the Year Awards salute the best building materials and furnishings introduced to the U.S. market within the last year. Winners are featured online and in the December 2023 issue of Architectural Record.
“Nada Rx was created to address the needs of the architect and design community for high-performance, environmentally friendly flooring products. The esteemed industry recognition it has received underscores the product’s pivotal role in shaping the landscape of commercial construction design,” said Joe Blodgett, senior vice president at Spartan Surfaces, a specialty flooring company based in Bel Air, Md. “We are proud to partner with Ecore to advance the flooring industry through products like Nada Rx. Our commitment to advancing recycled products technology and championing sustainability in our industry remains steadfast as we expand the ECOsurfaces brand.”
To learn more about ECOsurfaces, visit https://www.ecosurfaces.com/about/our-impact. For more information about Nada Rx, visit https://www.ecosurfaces.com/.
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About ECOsurfaces
Powered by Ecore, ECOsurfaces provides a variety of premium, eco-conscious flooring products developed to meet the extreme challenges experienced in commercial environments, including healthcare, senior living, hospitality, public spaces, multifamily, retail, corporate and education facilities. ECOsurfaces flooring options are engineered and manufactured to address safety, ergonomic or acoustic issues while upholding stringent sustainability standards. Collaborating with architects, designers, and contractors, we create inspiring environments that promote well-being and a greener future. Learn more at www.ecosurfaces.com.
About Ecore:
From the patient room to the classroom to the weight room to the playground, Ecore empowers human performance with safe, quiet, and ergonomic surfaces. Our team is driven by the question: can a floor do more? For Ecore, the answer is “yes.” We transform reclaimed materials into performance products that make people's lives better and strive for a planet free of rubber waste. Built on a legacy that began in 1871, our team designs innovative solutions for many industries, including healthcare, hospitality, education, retail, wellness, sports, and fitness. Ecore, headquartered in Lancaster, PA, serves customers in more than 75 countries. Learn more at www.ecoreintl.com.
Spartan Surfaces, a subsidiary of Floor & Decor, is a specialty flooring supplier headquartered in Bel Air, MD. Employing over 150 team members, Spartan holds warehousing and offices in Maryland and Minnesota with showrooms in D.C. and Chicago. Its geography encompasses eighty-five percent of the United States, with continued expansion on the horizon. Taking a human-centered approach, Spartan prides itself on great people dedicated to great products, great families, great friendships, and great happiness. Whatever you’re working on, we’ve got you covered!