Unique technology
Unique technology history
For years JUPITER have been developing underfloor heating systems that do not require screed. Feedback has dictated the desire for quicker installations and faster heating response time.
Our solutions began with the introduction of the JUPITER IDEAL EPS system in 1996. Since its introduction we have increased the density of the polystyrene to 240 kPa, a product with a compressive strength that leads the market.
An early development was the use of Fermacell flooring elements on the JUPITER system. This combination has led to an internationally successful relationship between JUPITER and Fermacell and a range of tested and approved under floor heating constructions.
In 1998 JUPITER launched the IDEAL ECO system on the market. A 150 kPa panel based system manufactured from wood waste fibre with a similar performance to the polystyrene system and the added advantage of acoustic properties. To date, JUPITER is still the only manufacturer of a truly ecological based heating system.
In 2000 JUPITER teamed up with the largest manufacturer of rain screen tiles in Germany with the concept of manufacturing the ultimate flooring element. This resulted in the Screed Replacement Tile. A tongue & groove ceramic tile, the S.R.T. has very low thermal resistance, is incredibly strong and is only 20mm thick.
In 2006 JUPITER launched StrongBoard FL and StrongBoard TK; two ultra low load bearing systems for tiled and carpeted floors that have revolutionised the introduction of retro fitting underfloor heating systems in residential applications.
Having a range of dry underfloor heating system products meant that we had to develop a dry levelling compound too.
The result is a granulated compound made from natural crushed slate. The slate is heated to 1200ยบ which removes two thirds of its weight. It has superb mechanical properties which remove the risk of it dissipating over time and it can be installed from a minimum of 10mm to a maximum of 60mm. In addition the compound can be sculpted by adding a small amount of cement to create falls to accommodate wet rooms.