Areas of application
Food and drink industry
System flooring and protective solutions for food-processing plants, beverage production, bakeries, cold stores, packing facilities, wet areas and environments with stringent hygiene requirements.
SYSTEM-BASED APPROACH
In food production, surfaces are more than a finishing layer
In food-processing facilities, the system must support hygiene, workplace safety, cleaning and resistance to moisture, fats, cleaning agents, traffic and temperature changes.
We therefore select a system based on more than appearance. We consider the purpose of the space, the washing regime, concrete substrate condition, falls, drainage, loads, installation time and the need to keep production downtime to a minimum.
KEY CHALLENGES
Three requirements a good system must meet
Hygiene and food safety
Seamless surfaces, fewer weak points, easier cleaning and resistance to moisture, cleaning agents, fats and local spillages.
Minimum production downtime
We plan solutions so that installation can be phased, practical and as unobtrusive as possible to the production process.
Lower maintenance costs
More durable systems reduce damage caused by traffic, water, chemicals, temperature changes and mechanical loads.
SOLUTIONS BY FACILITY AREA
A food-processing facility requires system solutions for each individual area
Flooring systems, wall coatings, drainage, joints, cold stores, logistics and rapid repairs are planned according to loads, hygiene, moisture, cleaning and the time available to production.
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Industrial flooring systems
Seamless, robust and hygienic surfaces for production areas.
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Wet and wash-down areas
Surfaces resistant to water, steam, fats and aggressive cleaning agents.
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Drainage, falls and detailing
Correct falls and drains prevent standing water.
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Hygienic wall coatings
Protection for walls against moisture, fats, cleaning agents and washing.
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Joints, expansion joints and finishes
Sealing joints, expansion joints and edges for long-term protection.
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Cold stores and temperature exposure
Systems for low temperatures, condensation and thermal shock.
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Warehousing, packing and logistics
Flooring systems for forklifts, pallets, transport and intensive use.
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Rapid repair and refurbishment
Surface repairs and refurbishment without lengthy production downtime.
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FACILITY TYPES
Where these systems are most commonly used
We adapt solutions to the type of production, cleaning regime, loads and requirements of each area.
SYSTEM DETAILS
What each solution means in practice
Industrial flooring systems
For production areas with mechanical, chemical and hygiene requirements.
- seamless surfaces
- wear resistance
- easy cleaning
- suitable for traffic and equipment
Wet and wash-down areas
For areas frequently exposed to water, steam, fats, cleaning agents and intensive washing.
- moisture resistance
- slip-resistant texture
- resistance to cleaning agents
- easier hygiene maintenance
Drainage, falls and detailing
Correctly designed falls and drains reduce standing water and make cleaning easier.
- correct falls
- drains and channels
- sealing of transitions
- fewer weak points
Hygienic wall coatings
Protection for walls against moisture, fats, cleaning agents and regular washing.
- washable surfaces
- resistance to cleaning agents
- protection of wall surfaces
- colour coordination with the floor
Joints, expansion joints and finishes
Details often determine a system’s durability, particularly at edges, transitions and expansion joints.
- joint sealing
- edge treatment
- expansion joints
- technically correct finishes
Cold stores and temperature exposure
For areas with low temperatures, condensation and temperature changes.
- resistance to temperature changes
- effects of condensation
- moisture and cleaning
- appropriate substrate preparation
Warehousing, packing and logistics
For areas with pallets, forklifts, transport, zone markings and intensive use.
- traffic resistance
- mechanical loads
- floor markings
- easy maintenance
Rapid repair and refurbishment
For surface repairs and refurbishment with reduced production downtime.
- phased installation
- repair of damaged areas
- refurbishment of existing surfaces
- less disruption to production
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
What we assess before selecting a system
A good system is the result of a correct assessment of the space, substrate and intended use.
OUR APPROACH
How we select the right system for your facility
Production assessment
We review the purpose of the space, use zones, cleaning regime, moisture, temperature, traffic and any special requirements.
Substrate inspection
We assess the condition of the concrete, cracks, flatness, adhesion, moisture and the preparation required before installing the system.
Definition of areas and loads
We distinguish between wet areas, production, warehouses, cold stores, logistics, drains, joints and technical details.
System proposal
We prepare a recommendation covering the layer build-up, slip resistance, finishes, substrate repairs and installation time.
Installation or technical supervision
Where required, we provide installation, material supply or technical project supervision, as well as technical advice on key details.
Maintenance recommendations
After completion, we can provide guidelines for cleaning, maintenance and long-term use of the system.
Need a solution for a food-processing or production facility?
Send us the basic information about the space, cleaning regime, moisture, loads and expected installation timeframe. We will prepare a system proposal based on the facility’s actual conditions.