Industrial Flooring

      Nothing better than knowing the different types of industrial floors, By knowing a little more, you can define which one is best for the industry to which your company belongs. Keep reading maintaining the operation of the company while performing corrective maintenance on the floors is a challenge. That is why we must invest in floors that are durable, resistant and require little maintenance. This time we want to tell you about the different types of industrial floors that you can find in the market. Thus you will know its characteristics, advantages and spaces where they are usually used. Let’s get started Common floor or industrial floor? In general, we can find common and industrial floors. For companies, the second option is recommended, however, some decide not to acquire them. This can bring unnecessary repair costs, since the surface will not be suitable for all industrial tasks. This means that industrial floors will allow maintenance processes to be carried out without interrupting manufacturing activities. However, the floor is not the only factor, so we recommend you download our complete guide for structural repair of buildings.

Types of industrial floors available

We can classify the floors according to the material from which they are made. From there, each one will have specific finishes and aggregates that will give new characteristics to the final result. Keep reading and discover what is the type of industrial floor that is best for your company 

1. Concrete floors

As the name implies, they are made of concrete, one of the most resistant materials in construction. This apartment is characterized by having a good presentation, high duration and a reduced maintenance cost. The concrete floor can be classified according to its finish, therefore, depending on its final presentation, we find it:

• Polished:      it is one of the highest quality finishes. We can recognize it      with the naked eye for being bright, giving the appearance of a common floor. Polished      concrete has great strength and cleaning is easier.
• Floated: usually      applied outdoors, and a uniform and level result is sought. It can be      considered for entrances of warehouses or companies where vehicular      traffic is heavy load.

There is another finish that is the ruled one and it is one where only the surplus of concrete is removed. Some companies use it. However, it is not designed for the demands of some industries, so it soon suffers from cracks and visible damage.

The concrete floor in its industrial finishes is designed to withstand heavy-duty vehicular traffic. Therefore, we can find it in places such as factories, logistics centers, warehouses, parking lots, and other sites that use heavy machinery.

2. Polyurethane floors

The floors are a type of polyurethane industrial flooring recognized as being of different colors and give a plastic appearance. Its application is based on the coating of a cement layer , however, some people consider it as a “sealant”.

This type of industrial floor manages to extend to many scenarios such as:

• Industrial kitchens
• Refrigeration rooms
• Pharmaceutical industry
• Chemical processing companies
• Textile industry
• Among others

In these types of scenarios, polyurethane floors stand out for being waterproof and aseptic. Thus avoiding the accumulation of dirt and the formation of microorganisms.

It should be clarified that its use is not only intended for places where hygienic control is required. The floors Polyurethane are suitable for the transit of heavy machinery as it resists impacts. This means that they are ideal for responding to the needs of high-demand areas such as department stores, gyms, mechanical workshops and parking lots.

This type of industrial floor is usually applied indoors, however, it is not recommended to use it outdoors, as it will be more exposed to deterioration. Although, depending on the additives you can extend the life of this floor, as there are aggregates with UV protection and electrical charges. 

3. Epoxy floors

Although epoxy resins have applications in the artistic field, at the industrial level they have allowed the development of high-strength floors with optimum thickness and finish.

Epoxy floors are one of the types of industrial floor that have characteristics of surfaces such as concrete and polyurethane. It is more resistant, but with quartz aggregates, it is not affected by chemical agents, oils and abrasive substances. This type of surfaces has the following characteristics:

• It is      repellent, anti-corrosive and waterproof.
• It can be      used in aseptic spaces.
• Being a      resin, it is an electrical insulator.
• It is      waterproof just like polyurethane, so it can be applied in places with too      much humidity or where tasks involving fluids will be performed.
• They are      very resistant, both to traction situations (which tend to generate cuts      or cracks in other floors), and in moments of support of vehicles with      large loads.
• They can be      requested with designs to match the corporate image.
• They do not      pollute and their environmental impact is minimal.
• It is      resistant to thermal events.

Now, depending on the needs of each company, there are 3 types of epoxy floors:

1. Non-Slip Multi-layers: especially for places of constant humidity and where liquids and fats are used.

2. Orange Skin: a thin layer is applied and is popular in dry environments such as laboratories and assembly factories that do not use oils or fatty fluids.

3. Self-leveling: designed especially for the traffic of personnel and aseptic spaces such as hospitals, clinical laboratories and textile factories.

Final Recommendations

Now we will give you some recommendations to properly choose the industrial floor you need.

Altering the company’s current infrastructure to streamline processes and optimize maintenance tasks should be seen as an investment.

Therefore, it is necessary to define an adequate budget for the construction or reform of a floor that meets the needs and requirements of the physical plant of the company.

That is, to provide sufficient protection to perform all processes in a safe manner, without unforeseen events and complying with the requirements of the law.

Not only do you have to consider the benefits of each of the types of industrial floor seen, you should also take into account whether in the short or medium term you will need to maintain the floor.

In other words, check the material, finish and aggregates beforehand. With this you will know, how soon you will have to allocate money for the conservation of floors in the future.

Now that you know what are the types of industrial floors that exist and their characteristics, it is time to begin to identify the needs in your company and choose the one that best suits the different spaces of the same. 

Schedule a call here with a specialist technician and we will evaluate at no cost what is the best option for your company.