Slip, Trip & Fall Hazards: Facility Safety Tips Slips and falls are the leading cause of emergency room visits in the United States – more than 8 million visits per year. Facility trip and fall hazards are a significant concern. Slips and falls are also the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims with compensation and…
Concrete & Flooring Solutions for Self-Storage Facilities The demand for self-storage facilities rose significantly during the COVID pandemic and has remained strong in recent years. With more than 52,000 facilities across the U.S. covering approximately 2.1 billion square feet, concrete flooring solutions for self-storage are essential to maintaining durability, safety, and aesthetics. Self-storage facilities can…
Finding the right floor for your facility Your floor covers nearly all your facility’s footprint. That’s why it’s so important to find the right floor for the needs of your facility. With so many options available, it can seem overwhelming. Here are a few key questions to consider when reviewing floor options. With innumerable flooring…
Prepare your convenience store or gas station for winter weather with safety tips, essential supplies, and strategies to keep customers and employees safe during harsh conditions.
Discover how forklifts and flooring impact each other in your facility, from uneven floors causing safety hazards and equipment damage to forklifts contributing to concrete wear and tear—plus solutions to minimize the double damage.
The oil change facilities had service bays with existing paint/coatings that were failing, which made the surfaces very difficult to clean and maintain.
Thermal shock is a term used to describe damage on a variety of surfaces resulting from sudden and severe temperature changes. Thermal shock is also known as thermal cycling.
Polished Concrete and Light Reflectivity Light reflective flooring was widely used among manufacturing and industrial facilities, but it is growing in popularity in other industries and it’s no surprise. Reflective floors act like a mirror for both natural light and overhead light to maximize brightness and light distribution. Reflectivity is measured in Light Reflectance Value…
Are your concrete surfaces safe? Are your concrete surfaces safe for customers, employees, or any other visitor to your facility? Let’s walk through federal standards and common issues with sidewalks, curbs, and ramps. ADA Standards for Curbs, Ramps, and Sidewalks The Americans with Disabilities Act set standards for common pedestrian traffic areas. To be ADA-compliant,…
Compare urethane and epoxy flooring to choose the best for your facility. Learn about UV, chemical, and abrasion resistance in our quick guide.