A common feature of perfect industrial floors is that they can withstand the high loads of forklifts and pallet trucks and can be laid without interrupting work and easily repaired in specific damaged areas. Industrial floors are almost always a sore point for any company looking to improve their work environment. In this article we explain why terramondi is the ideal solution for renovating your work environment, regardless of the workload or the specific needs of your company.
We will first address the fundamental problems of the most common industrial floors on the market (epoxy resin, concrete and ceramic tiles) and explain why terramondi PVC industrial tiles are the better choice are.
Epoxy resin is one of the most commonly used floor coverings in industrial flooring, as it is applied directly to new or regenerated concrete and increases the ease of cleaning, eliminating the dust problem typical of concrete and providing a clean and professional aesthetic result.
An epoxy floor needs a perfect, dry surface and flat surface. A break from work of around 14 days must be planned, which can be a problem. In order to correctly apply the protective film to the floor, all machines, industrial shelves and various other installations must be dismantled. Prolonged exposure to acids and oils can change the color of the resin and cause very obvious and irreparable stains. This type of floor also suffers from moisture, and it is often necessary to use a vapor barrier. It is not impact-resistant, if a hammer or other work tool falls, a crack can occur that begins to enlarge over time.
Concrete floors are a classic and have always been the first industrial floor after the screed in every new building. In fact, they are the most common starting point for all alternative industrial flooring such as resins and tiles. However, concrete is characterized by its difficulty in cleaning, dust generated on the surface during its use and stains. Oil and acid stains are definitely the fundamental problem with these floor coverings because they are porous and irreversibly absorb liquids like a sponge. Subsequent installation of another industrial floor requires that the concrete is smoothed and cleaned of these infiltrations.
Cleaning the concrete surface is difficult and very dusty. Concrete discolors very easily and stains are not easy to remove. If you choose a concrete floor, you have to expect the complete closure of the business and also the removal of all machines and furniture.
Ceramic tiles are very popular in an industrial context, but when it comes to repairs they are certainly the worst solution. Ceramic is hard, and therefore absorbs any impact or impact from heavy objects with resulting cracks. Any structural defect in the soil will cause the ceramic to break. In addition, the installation and repair costs are very high.
When laying ceramic tiles, production must be stopped completely. The laying requires a very long assembly time and the costs are high thanks to this material. Ceramic tiles are not resistant to impacts and heavy falling objects.
Our floors are designed to solve the fundamental problems of alternative industrial floors. Whether it's a HACCP environment or a warehouse with forklifts or pallet trucks,terramondi offers the best solution, not only from an economic perspective, but also from a technical and time perspective. Our floors are equally durable, easy to maintain and certified to the highest standards.
The tiles are highly resistant to impacts and drops from heavy objects as well as acids and oils. They feature an AirFlow system that allows air to circulate under the flooring and prevents mold or moisture condensation. Other benefits includethe possibility of replacing individual damaged tiles without having to replace the entire floor.
