Every industry has unique operating conditions and business requirements that influence large facility flooring decisions. Many flooring systems exist and at times, the choices may seem overwhelming. If your organization is in the market for new flooring, answering the following five questions may help you identify options that will best meet your needs: 1. Is…
Posts Categorized: Pharmaceutical Flooring
When manufacturers consider commercial flooring, many look for a single solution that will satisfy the requirements of every area of a plant. This not only simplifies installation, but it also provides a consistent look throughout a commercial space. Epoxy flooring is a popular choice for pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities for this particular reason. Epoxy coatings are…
The standards and practices that govern the manufacturing industry are regulated by several agencies. The Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) is an example of mandated standards facilities must abide by. These practices are focused on promoting clean and sterile work environments. Manufacturing plants are subject to multiple investigations throughout the year. From OSHA to the…
Pharmaceutical manufacturing plants and testing labs are held to uncompromising standards. When architecting a new facility, or re-envisioning a space to accommodate such production, there is no margin for error in regards to the industrial flooring chosen for an entire building. Pharmaceutical flooring systems play a significant role in the safety and integrity of the…
Acids, alkalis, solvents – these are just a few of the chemical compounds found in pharmaceutical manufacturing plants that are corrosive in nature and will destroy industrial flooring. Byproducts of biochemical engineering can deteriorate substrate, compromising the safety and integrity of a production environment. The pharmaceutical manufacturing industry requires commercial flooring to adhere to strict…
Both methyl methacrylate (MMA) and epoxy floor coatings are viable alternatives for a concrete floor. However, each has its advantages and disadvantages. Here are a few tips on which facilities and business environments are best suited for MMA floors versus epoxy floors. Methyl methacrylate pros and cons – MMA cures quickly, so it’s a good…
Pharmaceutical manufacturing environments are subject to regulations issued by OSHA, as well as the FDA, which affect flooring choices. For example, the FDA’s Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) dictate that the porous concrete floors in pharmaceutical manufacturing plants must be coated with epoxies that form a barrier against contaminants, pollutants, and contaminants. Regulations also include…
