Synthetic flooring systems prove to be an excellent solution thanks to their outstanding physiochemical properties.
The advantages of resin flooring systems:
- Highly resistant to aggressive chemicals
- Highly resistant to mechanical shock
- Highly resistant to thermal shock
- Resistant to traffic wear and mechanical shock
- Resistant to shocks and punctual loads
- Excellent anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties
- Anti-Static properties
- Noise barrier (in special cases)
- Fast application
- Easy maintenance
- Tightness properties
- Degree of slip resistance
- Odourless, no volatile organic compounds
- In accordance with the international norms of hygiene
Here are the main points in the epoxy resin flooring execution:
1. The substrate evaluation
It consists of reviewing the characteristics of the concrete substrate, specifically the flatness, the humidity, the compressive strength and the adhesion properties of the concrete floor.
You are kindly invited to browse the following document, which contains Sika’s recommendations on the various types of substrate evaluations:
You may also browse our photo gallery and see the substrate evaluation process carried out by DO&DO Company here.
2. The substrate preparation
The substrate preparation may be carried out either by means of shot blasting machines, through the process of milling, scarifying and grinding or else by getting the surface degreased.
DO&DO Company has the necessary equipment to carry out the surface preparation in a professional manner. Both the company’s technical rigging and the regular training of the work crews are a proof in this regard. In terms of technical equipment, we possess a number of multiple vacuum cleaners and industrial sandblasting equipment, we have numerous grinding machines which perform simple or diamond grindings, plus a number of milling and scarifying machines, capable of carrying out 3000 sq m/day.
You may browse our portfolio and see photos of the substrate preparation process undertaken by DO&DO Company here.
3. The execution of the epoxy resin flooring
DO&DO Company helps you identify the resin flooring system tailored to your needs.
When choosing the appropriate flooring system, an important step is to establish both the type of flooring and the resin based materials which are to be used. In doing so, next to the technical office of Sika Romania, DO&DO Company will introduce a precise number of solutions which are to be implemented, all corresponding to the international norms.
Both the evaluation and the preparation of the substrate are carried out in accordance with the international norms and requirements.
You are kindly invited to browse the following document for a more comprehensive view on the appropriate execution of the epoxy resin flooring here.
You may browse our portfolio and see photos of the different types of systems applied by DO&DO Company here.
1. Ordinary resin flooring systems
These types of systems serve as solutions intended for general industrial applications, which comply with a large number of requirements imposed on floors and relative to the submitted industry branch.
Traffic resistant epoxy resin flooring system
The traffic resistant epoxy resin flooring system is actually a self leveling epoxy resin flooring applied in two layers with a matte or glossy finish, ideal for areas that require a high resistance to traffic wear.
It is suitable for use within industrial traffic areas, where forklifts and stackers are frequently used.
The decorative version is also available for this type of system, as a solution attainable in three layers and suitable for use in areas such as restaurants, shopping centres, airports, reception areas of various institutions or hotels and so on.
You may browse our portfolio and see photos of the traffic resistant epoxy resin flooring system produced by DO&DO Company here.
Industrial epoxy resin flooring system for production and processing areas
The industrial epoxy resin flooring system for production and processing areas is actually a self leveling epoxy resin floor applied in three layers with a matte or glossy finish, characterized by the resistance to chemical aggression, mechanical shocks and traffic wear.
It is suitable for use within a wide range of industries such as the automotive, the oil and food industry, etc.
You may browse our portfolio and see photos of the industrial epoxy resin flooring system for production areas produced by DO&DO Company here.
2. Special resin based flooring systems
Clean Rooms epoxy resin flooring
The Clean Rooms epoxy resin flooring is suitable for use within the pharmaceutical industry and the operating rooms, while it is also an appropriate solution for the electronics and food industries.
This type of flooring creates a protected environment against bacteria and fungi. It may also be purchased in the ESD version (conductive self leveling epoxy resin flooring system).
You are kindly invited to browse the following documents for a more comprehensive view in choosing the appropriate Clean Rooms flooring system, as well as some technical information regarding the methods of installation:
Sikafloor – Clean Room Requirements
Sikafloor – Clean Room Solutions
ESD Protection Flooring (Electro Static Discharge control)
The ESD flooring is suitable for use within a wide range of industries, such as the electronics, the pharmaceutical, the automotive and various other processing industries. The ESD flooring is particularly appropriate for any area requiring an electrostatic dissipative surface and low electrostatic charges.
Therefore, the ESD flooring is a suitable solution for use within production and logistic areas, including processing, assembly, installation, packaging and testing areas, along with transportation areas and so on.
The ESD flooring developed with materials from Sika is in compliance with the international norms, meeting the strictest standards relative to its application field.
You are kindly invited to browse the following document for a more comprehensive view in choosing the appropriate ESD flooring system, as well as some technical information regarding the methods of installation:
Sikafloor – 235 ESD – Method Statement
You may also browse the following videos for an in-depth view on the manner in which the ESD measurement tests are undertaken: ESD flooring measurements – Total resistance ground of the flooring system, ESD flooring measurements – Walking test evaluation, ESD flooring measurements – Floor’s resistance to ground evaluation.
Epoxy resin flooring with a high degree of resistance to chemical aggression
The epoxy resin flooring with a high degree of resistance to chemical aggression is a suitable solution for use within any area which requires special provisions related to chemical resistance and also for the areas which require crack binding properties.
The epoxy resin flooring systems generally have an increased resistance to chemicals, including a resistance to the entire range of acids and bases with a concentration of 10-15%.
The specific materials secured by Sikafloor 390 and Sikafloor 381, plus the self leveling PurCem flooring system – part of the Sika PurCem flooring range – have an increased chemical resistance to acids and bases with a concentration of 50-70%. Also, they display a number of crack binding properties and guarantee impermeability.
You are kindly invited to browse the following documents for a more comprehensive view in choosing the appropriate epoxy resin flooring system with a high degree of resistance to chemical aggression:
Sikafloor – 381 – Method Statement
Sikafloor – 390 – Method Statement
Sika – Resistance chart of the most important coatings
You may also browse the following document: Sikafloor – PurCem – Selection guide. You will find out why the Sikafloor PurCem Flooring System is currently the best flooring solution in matters of resistance to extreme conditions such as: temperature, chemical aggression and punctual & repetitive mechanical shocks.
Epoxy resin flooring resistant to punctually high mechanical shocks
The epoxy resin flooring that is resistant to punctually high mechanical shocks is actually a self leveling resin flooring applied in four or five layers with a matte or glossy finish and characterized as an epoxy resin flooring mortar of 5 mm up to 15 mm thickness.
It is suitable for use within areas that require resistance to punctually high mechanical shocks, its application being recommended either for meat processing areas, or for production areas inside the food industry.
This system is appropriate for use both within the industrial wet and dry areas. The decorative version is also available for this type of system, referred to as either the Sikafloor Terrazzo System or the CompactFloor System, being both produced by Sika.
You are kindly invited to browse the following documents for a more comprehensive view in choosing the appropriate epoxy resin flooring system resistant to punctually high mechanical shocks:
Sikafloor – Terrazzo – Method Statement
Sika – CompactFloor – Method Statement
Epoxy resin flooring that has to withstand severe exposure, with very good thermal, mechanical and chemical resistance
The epoxy resin flooring that has to withstand severe exposure, with a very good thermal, mechanical and chemical resistance can provide durable flooring solutions for both the food and the beverages industry, while it can perfectly suit other application fields that are characterized by extreme working conditions.
The epoxy resin flooring that has to withstand severe exposure, including mechanical, chemical and thermal stress is an adequate solution for the following areas of exploitation:
- Areas that require extreme hygienic conditions, which need to be frequently and intensively cleaned either with steam or hot water and aggressive chemicals
- Loss of/exposure to chemically aggressive substances
- Wet or dry production areas
- High safety demands and requirements for slip-resistance
- Working temperatures of -40°C up to + 120°C highly concentrated loads
- Heavy and frequent traffic
- Impact
The epoxy resin flooring systems that have to withstand severe exposure, including mechanical, chemical and thermal stress are provided by Sika, which guarantees compliance with the existing rules, being approved for use in the food industry. In matters of advantages and performances, these types of flooring systems grant a good resistance to chemicals and to abrasion, they are fast curing reducing thus the downtime to a minimum, they present slip-resistance properties, they ease the cleaning process and show a good resistance to thermal stresses, making it a good solution for use within a wide range of temperatures. Additionally, the epoxy resin flooring systems that have to withstand severe exposure allow the application of multiple decorative finishes, while ensuring a non-absorbent and a poreless looking surface.
You are kindly invited to browse the following documents for a more comprehensive view in choosing the appropriate epoxy resin flooring that has to withstand extreme exposure, including mechanical, chemical and thermal stress:
Sikafloor – PurCem – Selection Guide
Sika – The right floor, the foundation of all quality products
Industrial decorative epoxy resin flooring subject to traffic wear
The industrial decorative epoxy resin flooring subject to traffic wear is a suitable solution for office environments, industrial traffic areas and production spaces, any time a flawless decorative touch is needed. For this purpose, Sika manufactures the ComfortFloor, the CompactFloor or the Terazzo flooring systems, all versions containing a number of coloured quartz sand, making them suitable solutions for use within production areas.
Being carried out in a variety of colours (in the smooth version), the industrial decorative epoxy resin flooring systems subject to traffic wear are certainly resistant to traffic wear, however without providing resistance to mechanical shocks.
The industrial decorative epoxy resin flooring systems subject to traffic wear are generally used for creating both a pleasant and a clean environment. They can be manufactured in the following ways:
- With chips and sealed with transparent topcoat, highly resistant to both traffic wear and mechanical shock
- With printed wallpaper and sealed with transparent topcoat
- With coloured quartz sand and sealed with transparent topcoat
You are kindly invited to browse the following documents for a more comprehensive view in choosing the appropriate industrial decorative epoxy resin flooring subject to traffic wear:
Sika – ComfortFloor – Selection Guide
Sikafloor – CompactFloor – Method Statement
Sikafloor – Terazzo – Method Statement
Sikafloor – Epoxy resin systems and polyurethane systems