Food & Beverage Concrete Flooring

Industries

Food & Beverage

Specialized Solutions for:

Processing Areas
Mechanical Rooms
Commercial Kitchens
Loading Docks
Dining Areas
Brew Rooms
Wineries
Freezers/Refrigeration

Offices
Restrooms
Bakeries
Traffic Aisles
Packaging Areas
Food Prep Areas
Bar Areas

Seamless, durable, and simple to maintain – the perfect recipe for flooring in the food and beverage industry. Resinous flooring systems are ideal for the food and beverage industry for all of these reasons and more. With numerous options, it can be challenging to determine which systems will work best for the various areas of your facility.

When designing and building a facility for producing foods or beverages, every element must be considered in terms of its ability to help you create safe products for the market – and that includes the floor beneath your feet. The right flooring solution can significantly contribute to the success of your endeavor, safeguarding both the integrity of your products and that of your workers. A resinous floor coating is ideal for many of these environments, which is why it’s a popular floor solution for the food and beverage industry.

At Advantage Coating, our flooring specialists strive to solve the challenges your flooring presents in your facility. These highly trained and experienced professionals are ready to create a customized solution for your space. Excelling in unique conditions, our specialists pay close attention to the fine details, such as cracks, joints, and drains, to ensure that your new floor is installed flawlessly.

Flooring Considerations for the Food & Beverage Industry:

Durability: Industrial flooring must be strong enough to withstand heavy foot traffic, as well as the weight of any vehicles operating within your facility. Resinous flooring can support the constant strain from heavy production equipment and sizeable mobile machinery, such as forklifts. Its ability to withstand wear and tear results in a decreased need for repair and renovations, which can cause operational bottlenecks.

Ease of Maintenance and Hygiene: Substances such as food by-products, including fats, hot oils, blood, sugar solutions, and natural food acids, can infiltrate concrete material, resulting in microbial growth and the spread of bacteria. This can cause the floor to deteriorate over time and may also contaminate the food products themselves.

Slip-Resistance: Resinous flooring is naturally textured and can prevent slips. In industries where spills and wet environments are likely, these properties become even more critical for environments prone to wet surfaces; additives can be incorporated into your resinous flooring to enhance texture and grip, further protecting against slipping hazards during cleaning or facility operations.

Thermal Shock Resistance: Thermal shock can occur when the flooring is suddenly exposed to extreme temperatures, typically heat, causing the floor coating to expand or contract at a rate different from that of the concrete substrate. This generally occurs when cleaning with extremely hot water or steam. Without the appropriate thermal resistance properties, the floor coating will fail quickly, resulting in cracks, bubbling, peeling, or delamination. Thermal damage from continued exposure, such as under an oven or in coolers, can also occur if not adequately protected. Cementitious polyurethane is the top choice for areas requiring thermal protection. Its bond to the concrete allows it to expand and contract in time with the substrate, working together to reduce the potential effects of thermal damage.

Chemical Resistance: A wide range of organic and inorganic acids, alkalis, and salts, as well as hot oils, blood, sugars, and fats, are commonly present in food and beverage production facilities, many of which can cause substantial damage to an uncoated concrete floor.

Regulatory Needs for the Food and Beverage Industry:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires flooring to be clean, dry, and free of hazards to prevent injuries. Floors should be kept clean, have proper drainage to avoid standing water, be installed to a smooth finish, and include coving along the floor-to-wall juncture.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) notes that seamless floors are required and should be durable, easily cleanable, and impervious to moisture. They must also be sloped to reduce standing water, be able to withstand regular cleanings, and actively inhibit the growth of bacteria and mold through their seamless design and use of cove basing. Certain facilities need additional antimicrobial additives to meet industry standards.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notes that one of its primary requirements is that the flooring in the food industry be non-porous to minimize the risk of contamination through trapped dirt, moisture, or food particles. Non-porous floors are also more resistant to stains and spills while being easier to clean. FDA-approved floors must also be resistant to impact, abrasion, chemicals, and temperature changes.

All of these requirements are designed to prevent cross-contamination and maintain a safe and clean food production environment.

Bare concrete flooring fails to meet the demands of the food and beverage industry, and it also lacks the polished, appealing look that makes a lasting impression on customers. Restaurants, bars, and production areas, in particular, require stylish and durable flooring that enhances their brand image and reputation. These floors are more than just functional—they represent your establishment’s commitment to quality, cleanliness, and safety.

Resinous flooring meets all the unique requirements of the food and beverage industry. Its slip-resistant and antimicrobial options offer a clean, attractive, and safe surface for employees and customers alike, even in the event of spills. By elevating both the aesthetic and the safety standards of your space, these floors can enhance your business environment and improve overall operations.

An Advantage Coating Flooring Specialist can provide a complimentary facility evaluation and help design a flooring solution that refreshes your existing surfaces, elevating both the design and functionality of your space to new levels.

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