Industrial screed
Industrial screed - inexpensive, resilient, economical
Industrial screed is the first choice for flooring in almost every manufacturing industry. What is it about industrial screed and why is it so popular? In addition to its low price, it is above all its long-term cost-effectiveness that speaks in favor of this resilient floor covering. We take a closer look at industrial screed.
What characterizes an industrial screed
The screed usually forms a homogeneous layer in the floor, which lies between the load-bearing floor and the floor covering. As a filler and leveling material, the screed creates the desired level, compensates for unevenness and ensures even load distribution. If required, it is even possible to integrate heating systems as well as sound and heat insulation in or under the screed.
The industrial screed fulfills a special task through the choice of screed type, which is tailored to the respective application. It is one of the utility screeds that do not require an additional floor covering. As well as being inexpensive to produce, a suitable industrial screed also offers economic benefits in everyday work processes, such as time savings during cleaning work or the use of mobile robots in automated delivery systems.
Every industry has special requirements
In medical areas and hygiene facilities, a sealed screed reduces the proliferation of harmful germs. The same applies to chemical plants, where the industrial screed prevents the penetration of aggressive chemicals into the substrate. In the automotive industry, the aerospace industry and all production facilities with high traffic, a carefully selected screed reliably absorbs the mechanical and dynamic loads. Large temperature fluctuations in front of blast furnaces and cold chambers or the need for non-slip floors are also good reasons for using industrial screed.
Unfortunately, we still have to wait for the one industrial screed that meets all requirements at the same time. Until then, it is up to the expertise and experience of your screed company to advise you on the material, design, surface quality and strength class and to make an expert choice.
Basically, the greater the load on a floor, the more sensible it is to use a high-performance screed for the respective industry. It prevents accidents at work, saves costs and reduces the time required for maintenance and cleaning work.
Advantages of industrial screed
Depending on the specific requirements of an industry and the required strength class, the specialist from a screed company selects the appropriate type of screed. The most tried and tested are
- cementitious hard aggregate screed
- Mastic asphalt screed
- Synthetic resin screed
- Magnesia screed
These screeds can be used to create large areas of flat flooring that are suitable for setting up efficient supply chains, moving large loads or using automated transport systems. In addition, the low-maintenance and durable industrial screed reduces production downtime that inevitably occurs when repairing a more sensitive floor covering.
A sealed industrial screed is resistant to aggressive alkalis, acids and salts, is easy to clean and can achieve the R13 rating group with a slip-resistant surface. The latter is a regulation that must be complied with in rooms for the production of fat, oil and margarine. In addition, a suitable industrial screed can withstand large temperature fluctuations, for example in cold rooms or in front of blast furnaces.
Climate control with industrial screed
One aspect that is becoming increasingly important, regardless of the industry, is the ability to regulate the climate. Screeds can be excellently combined with effective thermal and sound insulation. In addition, it is possible to install large-scale heating systems under an industrial screed to avoid spatial restrictions in mobility zones.
Such surface heating systems are used to cool building components in summer and save costs when cooling buildings. The effect can be further enhanced if the system is connected to an existing solar system or heat pump. The industrial screed also serves as a thermal mass that balances out daily temperature peaks. From an economic and ecological point of view, this is a benefit that will become even more important as climate change progresses.
We are happy to advise you
We have been advising companies and private individuals on suitable flooring solutions for more than 25 years. The more precisely you formulate your requirements in advance, the longer you will enjoy your screed. Get in touch with us and tell us about your project. Together we are sure to find a good and suitable solution for your industrial screed.