◣ Product Color Swatches and Roughness

All SDfloor systems are available in standard colors. The colors shown in the images are approximate; actual shades may vary depending on the product grade and site conditions. Under UV exposure, polyurethane mortar materials may yellow.

◣ Construction Procedures and Precautions

Substrate requirements for flooring systems  
The compressive strength of the substrate concrete shall be not less than 30 MPa, and the bond strength of the concrete shall be no less than 1.5 MPa. The moisture content of the substrate should be kept below 10%. The flatness of the substrate shall be maintained within 3–5 mm per 2 m.
Inspect and confirm whether a moisture-barrier layer has been installed in the base concrete to prevent the risk of floor bulging and delamination. Also, check the substrate for oil contamination and areas of hollow or loose concrete; if such issues are present, perform degreasing and repair/strengthening treatments on the affected areas first.

◣ Selection Guide and Advantages

Food safety and hygiene

Downstream customers of food processing plants have stringent factory‑inspection requirements; if the production‑area flooring fails to meet hygiene standards, the facility will be unable to pass the audit. Therefore, during both the design and construction phases, food processors must take care to eliminate any potential sources of food contamination by selecting appropriate flooring, wall finishes, and surfaces that may come into contact with food. Seamless flooring is easy to clean and disinfect, helping to remove viruses and bacteria.

Personal safety

Although the floor cannot remain perfectly clean and free of contaminants at all times, it does offer a certain degree of slip resistance, effectively helping to prevent slips and accidents. The balance between surface roughness and ease of cleaning ensures both operator safety and convenient maintenance.

Meets the intended purpose

When evaluating a flooring system, ensure it meets the intended performance requirements. Under normal plant operating conditions, the flooring must maintain its resistance to mechanical loads, thermal shock, and chemical corrosion, among other functional properties.

Sustainability

In the food industry, whether constructing new facilities or renovating existing ones, it is essential to consider the total volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from flooring. Selecting materials that meet or exceed the highest VOC emission standards helps maintain clean air, supports safer food production, and fosters a healthier workplace for employees.

Durability

Durable flooring can withstand functional degradation and loss of performance. High‑quality materials, design, and workmanship are employed throughout the service life of durable floors. The expected lifespan of a floor must be assessed in light of mechanical wear, chemical corrosion, thermal stress, and other factors. Whether for projects under construction or already completed, these considerations must be incorporated into floor design and installation.

Features and Details

Durability, ease of cleaning, slip resistance, and chemical resistance are the most critical performance attributes for industrial flooring. In addition, detailed floor treatments—such as drainage channels, floor drains, rounded corners, and slopes—as well as ancillary structures, are equally important. The simpler the floor slope, the better; impermeable rounded corners at the junctions between floors and walls are essential for effective cleaning. Floor joints should be positioned as far as possible from production work areas.

Maintenance

All food processing facilities adhere to cleanliness and hygiene principles, with methods and frequencies varying depending on the type of food being processed. Floor cleaning and sanitation require a balanced approach that takes multiple factors into account. For example, increasing surface roughness can enhance slip resistance, but it also necessitates more frequent and vigorous cleaning compared to smooth surfaces. The key is to select flooring that suits your facility’s specific needs, while also factoring in ongoing maintenance and upkeep.

Total Cost Assessment

When calculating the total life-cycle cost of a floor, it is essential to distinguish between initial capital costs, materials, construction expenses, and ongoing maintenance and upkeep costs, as the latter can easily exceed the original procurement and installation expenditures.

Sometimes, seemingly inexpensive flooring solutions can conceal substantial costs for future renovations. For instance, retrofitting a damaged workshop floor is not only time‑consuming and costly but may still fail to resolve the underlying issue even after multiple rounds of repair. Therefore, throughout the overall construction budget of a manufacturing facility, flooring should be given equal consideration to mechanical equipment.