FIFE-based specialist flooring contractor Advanced Traditional Screeding (ATS) has announced it is launching a new division with a ‘game-changing’ flooring system for Scottish housebuilders.
The company’s Super Floor System is described as a patented, ‘first-of-its-kind’ insulation which is now available at scale in Scotland for the first time.
Combining two insulation technologies from energystore – premium expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation and thermal lightweight aggregate (TLA) – ATS believes the new product will benefit builders as they adapt to changing regulations.
ATS was acquired by Northern Ireland-headquartered insulation manufacturer and installer energystore in the summer of 2024, and operates as a standalone company within the group.
With the Super Floor System said to offer savings on cost, and faster installations while improving thermal efficiency, the expansion marks the most significant move since the deal 20 months ago.
“The Super Floor System pairs a high-performance insulation base below the beams with two flexible options above, giving house builders the choice between speed or enhanced quality, all while staying fully compliant,” said ATS MD David Crosby. “There is almost no permutation of this we can’t address. Everything is designed to meet site-specific requirements.
“Building regulations in Scotland are changing – demanding greater thermal efficiency, lower carbon materials and systems that work with modern heat sources. Traditional flooring methods such as insulated slab construction and block and beam are now outdated and inefficient.
“As of April 2024, gas boilers are no longer permitted in new homes in Scotland. The shift to air and ground source heat pumps means homes must now support lower temperature systems – and traditional floor construction is no longer fit for purpose.
“While performance and speed are crucial, compliance with damp and gas regulations is non-negotiable. That’s why the ATS Super Floor System integrates proven solutions for both waterproofing and gas protection without adding complexity on site.”
With no curing delays or weather hold-ups as it is an indoor pour, ATS added that projects are ready for floor finishes 40% quicker.
Taking around 10 weeks rather than the more standard 18 weeks for traditional block and beam, the system has already generated plenty of interest.
“This is the future and will be a game-changer for Scottish housebuilders,” added Mr Crosby. “With regulations changing, they will have to look at how they do things. There are various different insulation systems available but nothing like this which is a tailor-made solution for underfloor heating as that shift away from gas boilers gathers momentum.
“It is regulation-ready, built for speed, performance and energy efficiency.”
