SSS-E Structural Support System - Elite
The Ultimate Engineered System for High-Risk Pedestal Applications
Beyond Reinforcement. A Complete Engineered System.
SafePave® Structural Support – Elite (SSS-E) is the highest-performing product in the SafePave® range. Where SSS reinforces the tile, SSS-E transforms the entire pedestal assembly into an engineered structural system.
Built around a high-density PET structural foam core sandwiched between dual GFRP skins, SSS-E bonds directly to the tile to create a single composite unit with structural panel behaviour, not just tile reinforcement.
Specified for high-rise, wind-exposed, and critical-safety applications where standard systems cannot reliably manage combined structural, impact, and environmental risks.
When Standard Systems Aren't Enough
In demanding environments, tiles face risks that go beyond what SSS, or any loose-laid tray, is designed to handle:
High loads, commercial traffic, heavy-use areas, maintenance vehicle access
Wind uplift forces, rooftops, high-rise balconies, exposed podiums
Impact and dynamic loading, high-energy drops, occupant activity, plant equipment
Movement and vibration, thermal cycling, building movement, acoustic transmission
SSS-E addresses all of these simultaneously in a single bonded system, no multiple products, no compromises.
System Construction
SSS-E uses a multi-layer engineered build-up bonded directly to the tile underside:
Layer | Material | Role |
|---|---|---|
Outer GFRP skin | 0.8mm Glass Fibre Resin Polymer sheet | Load distribution, outer structural face |
Structural core | 16mm high-density PET structural foam | Bending stiffness, deflection control, true panel behaviour |
Inner GFRP skin | 0.8mm Glass Fibre Resin Polymer sheet | Tensile reinforcement, sandwich composite action |
Stress absorption layer | 1.5mm microcellular IXPE foam | Impact damping, vibration absorption |
Tensile reinforcement | 200gsm woven fibreglass cloth | Crack control and containment |
Bonding system | High-performance modified acrylic | Full-surface adhesion to tile underside |
The result is a true sandwich structural panel, the same engineering principle used in aerospace and structural flooring, bonded to your tile with a peel-and-press application.
Performance Data, Tile vs SSS vs SSS-E
Performance Area | Untreated Tile | SSS | SSS-E |
|---|---|---|---|
Ultimate Load Capacity | ~3–5 kN | ~6–10 kN (+80–120%) | ~12–18 kN (+200–300%) |
Residual Load (Post-Crack) | ~0 kN (failure) | ~2–4 kN | ~5–10 kN |
Deflection at 2 kN Load | ~6–10 mm | ~3–5 mm (−40–60%) | ~1–3 mm (−70–85%) |
Bending Stiffness | 1.0× | ~2–3× | ~5–8× |
Impact Resistance (Energy) | ~10–20 J | ~25–50 J | ~50–100+ J |
Crack Propagation | Rapid / uncontrolled | Slowed | Highly controlled |
Breakthrough Behaviour | Sudden failure | Contained | Prevented / controlled |
Load Distribution Area | Point load (~pedestal head) | ~1.5–2× spread | ~3–4× spread |
Wind Uplift Resistance | 0 kN | 0 kN | ~1–3 kN (system dependent) |
Vibration Reduction | None | Low (~10–20%) | Moderate–High (~30–60%) |
Thin Tile Capability | Limited | Moderate | Enables thinner tiles |
SSS improves the tile. SSS-E improves the entire system.
Performance data from in-house and independent testing. Actual results depend on tile type, pedestal layout, and design conditions. Contact us for project-specific data.
What SSS-E Delivers That SSS Cannot
Wind Uplift Control
SSS-E is designed to resist wind uplift forces, a critical requirement for rooftops, high-rise balconies, and exposed podium decks where SSS provides no uplift resistance. ~1–3 kN system-dependent. (To be verified by Testing)
True Structural Panel Behaviour
The PET foam core + dual GFRP skin build-up creates sandwich panel action, the same structural principle used in structural flooring. Bending stiffness is 5–8× that of an untreated tile (vs 2–3× for SSS), and deflection at working loads is dramatically reduced.
System-Level Stability
SSS-E controls the behaviour of the whole pedestal assembly, not just the tile. Increased mass and rigidity reduce tile movement, rocking, and creep under repeated loading.
Acoustic and Thermal Performance
The structural foam core provides meaningful acoustic and thermal insulation, reducing noise transmission to the floor below and improving thermal comfort for top-floor residents.
Enables Thinner Tiles
With structural load transferred into the SSS-E panel, thinner (and lighter) tile formats become viable, opening design options and reducing overall system weight.
Breakthrough Eliminated, Not Just Contained
At SSS-E performance levels, breakthrough is prevented and controlled even at high-energy impacts. Under-deck membranes, waterproofing, and services are fully protected.
Engineered for Compliance
SSS-E is designed to support compliance with performance-based requirements for raised floor systems:
AS 1170.1, Structural design actions
ISO 10545-4 / AS 4459.4, Breaking strength and modulus of rupture
ISO 10545-5 / ASTM C1870, Impact resistance
EN 12825, Raised access floor performance requirements
Its predictable, repeatable composite response supports confident specification and engineer sign-off in critical applications.
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Ideal Applications
High-rise balconies and residential terraces
Rooftop gardens and exposed podium decks
Wind-exposed environments (coastal, elevated)
Commercial high-traffic areas
Critical safety applications where failure has injury or liability consequences
Projects requiring acoustic or thermal performance from the floor system
Benefits by Audience
For Architects & Specifiers
Enables confident use of thinner, lighter tiles on demanding pedestal systems
Wind uplift performance documented, supports specification on exposed rooftops and high-rise
Single product replaces multiple system components
Acoustic and thermal performance opens new design possibilities
Patent-pending system, specifiable as a unique engineered solution
For Builders & Installers
Same peel-and-bond installation as SSS, no mechanical fixings, no adhesives
One product handles structural, safety, acoustic, and wind uplift requirements
No changes to pedestal layout or FFL
Significantly reduces callbacks, warranty claims, and remediation risk
For Engineers & Project Managers
200–300% load capacity improvement over untreated tile, documented
Wind uplift resistance, critical for NCC/BCA compliance on exposed rooftops
Residual post-crack load capacity (~5–10 kN) maintains occupant safety after failure
Reduces combined risk profile: structural failure, breakthrough injury, membrane damage, wind events
Talk to Us Before You Specify
SSS-E is a project-specific product. We work directly with architects, engineers, and specifiers to confirm suitability, provide tile-specific performance data, and support design documentation.
Call / WhatsApp: 0425 288 812
Email: info@safepave.com.au
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Engineered. Bonded. Simple.
SSS-E is supplied as a factory-prepared structural panel. No specialist trades. No mechanical fixings. No changes to your pedestal layout.
Clean, wipe tile underside with isopropyl alcohol, ensure dust-free
Remove liner, peel the protective release liner from the SSS-E panel
Align, position SSS-E centrally on the tile underside
Press, apply uniform pressure to achieve full bond contact
Install, handle, cut, and lay tile onto pedestal system as standard
The bonded tile and SSS-E act as a single structural unit throughout installation and service life.
Product | Best For |
|---|---|
SPRT, Reinforcement Tape | Retrofit safety layer for existing installed tiles |
SSS, Structural Support | Bonded GFRP composite backing for structural improvement |
SSS-E, Structural Support Elite (this product) | Maximum performance, wind uplift, high loads, critical safety, acoustic/thermal |
Not sure whether your project needs SSS or SSS-E? View System Hierarchy → or contact us, we'll assess your project conditions and recommend the right system.
