High-Performance Epoxy Systems for Commercial & Industrial Floors
In the construction industry, “epoxy coatings” is the common term for the full range of resin flooring systems. In practice that covers epoxies, polyurethanes, polyaspartics, and MMA — each with different cure speeds, flexibility, chemical resistance, and programme requirements. Floortek specifies and installs across all of them, matching the right system to the substrate, traffic class, environment, and timeline.
All work is self-delivered with our own crew. No subcontracting. We install into warehouses, food production, pharmaceutical facilities, data centres, and commercial fitouts across SA.
Resin Flooring Systems
- Decorative vinyl flake broadcast
- Light aggregate broadcast — wet areas & food production
- Heavy aggregate broadcast — industrial & workshops
- Smooth roller-applied — warehousing & pharma
- Self-levelling — cleanrooms & manufacturing
- Electrostatic dissipative (ESD) — data centres & electronics
- Polyurethane & polyaspartic — UV stable topcoats & fast-cure finishes
- MMA/PMMA — rapid-cure systems for time-critical programmes
Applications
Warehousing & Distribution
Dust-free, chemical-resistant roller systems rated for forklift and pallet traffic
Smooth & textured roller systemsFood & Beverage Production
Aggregate broadcast, P3–P5 slip rated, steam-cleanable to 80°C
AS 4586 slip rating | non-taintingPharmaceutical & Healthcare
GMP Class A particle emission rated. Seamless finish for cleanrooms, labs, and hospital corridors
GMP Class A | ISO 14644 Class 5Electronics & Data Centres
ESD-rated copper earthing grid system. Prevents electrostatic discharge in sensitive environments
IEC 61340-5-1 | Rg <10⁵–10⁶ ΩEducation & Commercial
Decorative vinyl flake for schools, universities, and commercial fitouts. Wide colour range
P1–P4 slip | GMP Class A particleIndustrial & Manufacturing
Heavy broadcast for plant rooms, workshops, and production facilities under heavy vehicle and forklift traffic
P3–P5 slip | 2–4 mm thicknessOur Process
Site & Substrate Assessment
Concrete condition, moisture content, existing coatings, traffic class, and chemical exposure are assessed before any system is specified. Environment classification (cleanroom, food-grade, ESD) drives system selection.
Surface Preparation
diamond grinding, shot blasting, or scarifying to the specified CSP. The prepared surface is vacuumed and inspected — CSP achieved is documented and signed off before handover to the following trade. For MMA systems, substrate humidity up to 92% RH is acceptable with the appropriate primer selected.
Primer
Penetrating epoxy primer applied to close surface porosity and maximise intercoat adhesion. Moisture-tolerant primer used where required.
System Application
Intermediate coat(s) and broadcast or topcoat applied to manufacturer specification. Broadcast, self-levelling, or roller-applied depending on the specified system.
Cure & Handover
Full cure schedule observed before traffic is permitted. Documentation provided including system specification, product data sheets, compliance certificates, and maintenance guide.
Quote Your Epoxy Flooring Project
Send us your floor area, environment type, and any specification documents — we’ll confirm the right system and get a price back to you.
Get a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between epoxy, polyurethane, and MMA resin flooring?
Epoxy: 2-part system, high build, excellent chemical and impact resistance, 24-hour cure per coat — the industry standard for most commercial and industrial floors. Polyurethane and polyaspartic: UV-stable, slightly more flexible, faster cure — used where colour stability and outdoor or UV exposure matter. MMA (methyl methacrylate): cures in approximately 1 hour per coat with a full multi-coat system installed in a single day, and can be applied down to 0°C — specified when programme constraints make a multi-day epoxy installation impractical.
How long does epoxy flooring take to cure?
Standard 2-part epoxy coatings are ready for light foot traffic within 24 hours of the final coat and reach full chemical cure — including hardness and chemical resistance — at 7 days. MMA systems are trafficable in approximately 1 hour and fully cured within 2–3 hours of system completion.
Can epoxy resin flooring be used in food production facilities?
Yes — with the right specification. Standard epoxy works well in many food environments, but areas subject to high-temperature cycling such as steam cleaning or hot water washdown may require polyurethane cement rather than epoxy to handle the thermal shock. We specify the correct system for your environment and hygiene requirements before pricing.
How thick is a resin floor coating?
Thin-film sealers: 0.1–0.3mm. Standard 2-coat roller-applied: 0.3–0.5mm. Self-levelling systems: 2–3mm. Broadcast flake or aggregate systems: 2–4mm including topcoats. Thickness is specified to traffic class, substrate condition, and the chemical exposure requirements of the environment.
Can epoxy cove skirtings be installed as part of a resin flooring system?
Yes. Floortek installs epoxy mortar coves from 50mm radius fillets up to 150mm high food-grade coves as part of any resin flooring installation. The cove is formed from a 3-part epoxy mortar compound that bonds directly to the substrate and receives the same coating system as the floor for a continuous, seamless finish. Where differential movement is present or additional structural reinforcement is required, an aluminium Arrowhead former is embedded into the cove to provide a rigid backing and a clean termination edge.
Does Floortek provide quality assurance documentation on commercial projects?
Yes. Floortek maintains Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and QA records on all commercial resin flooring installations. Before application begins, our calibrated instruments record ambient conditions (temperature and relative humidity), substrate surface temperature, and substrate moisture content — all critical to adhesion and cure. During application, wet film thickness (WFT) is measured at each coat to verify the correct film build is being achieved in real time. Post-cure, dry film thickness (DFT) is confirmed using ultrasound testing. All results are logged and provided to the head contractor or superintendent as part of our quality management package.
