Automotive Concrete Flooring
Industries
Automotive
Specialized Solutions for:
- Maintenance Shops
- Body Shops
- Restrooms
- Spray & Paint Booths
- Employee Areas
- Break Rooms
- Repair Shops
- Wash Bays
- Auto Parts Department
- Lobby
- Corridors
- Chemical & Battery Storage
- Showrooms
The automotive industry encompasses a diverse range of businesses, including manufacturers, assembly lines, paint and body shops, as well as showrooms and office spaces. Each of these environments presents unique flooring requirements tailored to their specific functions. Manufacturers, for instance, prioritize durability to withstand heavy machinery and ease of maintenance to ensure uninterrupted production. At the same time, showrooms focus on making a strong visual impact with aesthetically pleasing, slip-resistant floors that enhance customer safety.
With years of experience, our flooring professionals specialize in designing customized solutions that meet the specific needs of various automotive spaces, combining functionality and visual appeal. Our expert team is committed to delivering the perfect flooring solution—done right the first time.
Considerations for the Automotive Industry:
When considering new or upgraded flooring for your space, there are a few qualities of resinous flooring to consider.
Mechanical Resistance: In the automotive industry, floors are subject to significant strain due to constant exposure to dropped tools and heavy machinery. For many flooring types, this would result in rapid deterioration. However, resinous flooring has been scientifically designed to endure these harsh conditions. These environments are heavily demanding and require durable flooring to withstand the challenge.
Chemical Resistance: In almost any automotive space, your floors are exposed to the harsh demands of oils, grease, rust, fuel, and other chemical elements. It is nearly impossible to have zero spills in the automotive industry. Concrete can absorb chemical spills, resulting in cracked or crumbling concrete, as well as stains that can release harmful fumes. The chemical resistance of resinous flooring is a favorite among industry professionals in these spaces for these exact reasons, as well as its potential to last decades with minimal maintenance.
Ease of Maintenance: Resinous flooring is seamless by nature, making the maintenance process incredibly easy. The absence of cracks, crevices, and joints in the floor eliminates spaces where dirt, dust, and chemicals can accumulate. Due to the durability of resinous flooring, it can also withstand high-pressure cleaning without damage if your space requires it. For most spaces, the quick cleaning of spills and regular soap-and-water washdowns are enough to keep your floors in top shape and fully functioning for years.
Slip Resistance: The level of slip resistance required will depend on the primary functions of your space. Is it a wet or dry environment, and is its use targeted toward forklifts or pedestrians?
Resinous flooring naturally possesses some slip-resistant properties; additional additives can be incorporated to enhance grip and texture further.
Electrical Conductivity and Antistatic Properties: In specific automotive spaces, the focus is less on the mechanical and more on the electrical. Spaces such as electric vehicle battery manufacturing or software development require specialized flooring to protect the delicate equipment our vehicles have come to rely on. It’s also essential to avoid a build-up of static electricity in these sensitive spaces. A build-up of static electricity could generate sparks, which may lead to an electrical fire or, worse, an explosion. Specialized ESD (electrostatic discharge) resinous flooring with conductive or dissipative properties mitigates these risks by providing a controlled pathway for static charges to dissipate before entering the equipment. The inability to protect sensitive equipment from static charges could result in malfunctions or complete component failure.
Temperature Resistance: Certain automotive spaces require enhanced safety measures. Resinous flooring is fire-resistant up to 275°F. Epoxy flooring will melt in hotter temperatures rather than contribute to a fire by spreading flames more quickly or releasing poisonous smoke into the air. Its high-temperature resistance also makes it ideal for spaces where machines run hot, resisting damage that would occur with other flooring, such as bare concrete or tiles. Resinous flooring does well in various extreme temperatures and is, therefore, easily customized to fit the needs of your space.
Aesthetics, Efficiency, and First Impressions: In the automotive industry, appearance is crucial, and first impressions are particularly significant in client-facing areas such as dealerships, showrooms, and lobbies. Resinous flooring can be customized to match your company’s branding and make a lasting first impression. With options ranging from colors to decorative patterns, imprinted logos, or images, you can achieve a professional-looking finish. Well-thought-out colors or branding throughout workspaces can also increase employee safety, morale, and productivity.
Why Resinous Flooring is the Right Choice for You:
Concrete slabs are insufficient to withstand the daily routine of automobile maintenance, and they are also aesthetically unappealing enough to fail to impress potential car buyers. Showrooms and high-tech maintenance facilities, in particular, require a designer look. These floors are an extension of the dealership or auto company’s brand and must make a positive impression on potential customers. Resinous flooring fulfills all the requirements specific to the automotive industry.
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