There are various types of industries under the commercial sector housing different functions, and they all have one thing in common FLOORS! As their functions and activities differ so are their flooring requirements.
In this article, we are looking at different types of industries and their flooring requirements
What Floor for Which Area
Finance and Banking
Finance and banking is a more formal and professional industry with image and presentation is a significant aspect for their survival in the industry. Marketing departments leave no stone unturned in their quest to impress and enhance their image, and one way of doing that is the floors.
Types of Floors Suitable for the Industry
Interlocking Rubber Tiles and Mats
This is one of the most suitable and ideal flooring options for the industry. Financial institutions especially in Africa are characterized by high traffic as the banking halls are visited many times, so a durable and more resilient, and at the same time neatly presentable flooring option is the most suitable.
The most important factor why rubber flooring or matting is preferred, us because the rubber floors can be branded, you can easily inlay your logo and name of the business on an entrance rubber mat, inscribe other important information of the business on the mats or tiles on the inside floors.
Characteristics of rubber flooring
- Available in different colors and patterns
- Can be easily fabricated
- Durable and Resilient
- Hygienic (Easy to Clean)
- Noise reduction ability
- Ant-fatigue (help reduce stress on the feet)
- Waterproof
- Non-slip
Rubber flooring tiles or mats come in different designs and colors which makes it very easy to customize your area to suit your organization’s colors and they can be used for advertising as well.
Porcelain tiles
Porcelain tiles are another great option as they have that professional presentation, though they cannot be branded they have a great appeal. However, they are not very suitable for areas that are prone to long queues as because are not comfortable under their feet.
Porcelain tiles enhance the image of an organization, they display a message that says you can trust us with your money and business.
Characteristics of Porcelain Tiles
- Easy to clean
- Waterproof
- Polished and smooth finish
- Durable and Resilient
- Rigid (cracks and breaks under heavy impact)
- Difficult to install
Manufacturing
Though manufacturing companies differ, on their own the industry is characterized by heavy machinery and equipment, high traffic, and a range of activities. A tough, resilient, high-absorbent, and versatile floor is required.
A floor that has no immediate replacement need is suitable so as not to disturb the production activities and also saves on the cost of dismantling the equipment and assembling it again.
Types of Floor Suitable For the Industry
Epoxy floors
Epoxy flooring is the strongest and most durable form of flooring, this type of flooring is suitable for most manufacturing companies and it does not easily crack, fade, or stain.
Characteristics of Epoxy flooring
- Robust
- Durable
- Resilient
- Waterproof
- Easy to Clean
- Easy to Maintain
- Expensive
- Hard surface
- slippery
However, because of its rigidness and hard surface epoxy flooring does not protect the equipment and users from any injuries in the event of any slipping and fallings.
Rubber floors
This is the other most ideal form of flooring with characteristics as previously mentioned. Rubber flooring is hard-wearing and a perfect impact and shock absorber which can be caused by all those machinery and equipment.
Epoxy flooring has the ability to protect the subfloors, the equipment, and the users from any injuries. Rubber provides users with extra grip for their safety and is also non-slip.
Types of industries are numerous, and when choosing the right flooring one needs to understand the nature, functions, and activities of the industry. The right flooring ensures user safety, equipment, and subfloors protection.
For further and professional assistance regarding your company`s flooring options do get in touch with our team.
