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Warehouse & Industrial Floor Repair

Durable concrete and asphalt repair solutions for damaged, cracked and uneven industrial floors — helping keep your site safe and operational.

Overview

Floors That Stay Safe and Operational

Industrial floor repair restores damaged concrete and asphalt surfaces, removing hazards, improving vehicle movement and extending the working life of the floor.

Risks Warehouse & Industrial Floor Repair Can Help Control

01Damaged Concrete & PotholesRepair holes, spalled concrete and damaged surfaces before deterioration spreads or disrupts operations.
02Trip Hazards & Uneven SurfacesRestore damaged or uneven areas that create avoidable hazards for pedestrians and workplace traffic.
03MHE Instability & WearImprove damaged travel surfaces that can affect vehicle stability, operator comfort and equipment wear.
04Deteriorating Operational AreasRepair cracks, joints and worn surfaces before water, traffic and continued use cause further deterioration.

Why Industrial Floor Repair?

Damaged floors affect much more than appearance. The right repair restores a safer, smoother working surface while helping prevent local damage becoming a larger operational problem.

01Reduce Operational DowntimeUse appropriate rapid-repair systems where returning critical areas to service quickly is a priority.
02Improve MHE PerformanceRestore smoother travel surfaces for forklifts, pallet trucks and other workplace vehicles.
03Remove Floor HazardsRepair potholes, cracks and uneven surfaces that create unnecessary trip and vehicle movement risks.
04Extend Floor LifeTreat damaged areas before continued traffic, moisture and deterioration create more extensive repair requirements.

Correct Specification Matters

Floor damage is not one-size-fits-all. The correct repair system depends on the substrate, type of damage and how the area needs to perform after repair.

Concrete or asphalt substrate
Type and extent of damage
Repair depth and area
Condition of the existing substrate
Pedestrian and vehicle traffic
Impact and abrasion exposure
Crack or joint movement
Moisture and contamination
Chemical exposure
Temperature and environmental conditions
Required return-to-service time
Future coatings or line markings

We then specify the preparation method and repair system around the actual floor condition, operating environment and required service life.

FROM DAMAGE TO RETURN TO SERVICE

Long-lasting floor repair depends on dealing with the cause and condition of the damage rather than simply covering the visible defect.

Depending on the application, the repair process can include:

Assess the damaged area
Remove loose or unsound material
Clean and prepare the substrate
Open and prepare cracks or joints where required
Apply the appropriate primer
Install the selected repair material
Compact, level and finish the repair
Allow the system to cure before reopening

The repair material and installation method are selected around the depth, traffic, environment and time available before the area must return to service.

Warehouse & Industrial Floor Repair

From localised concrete damage to cracks, failed joints and larger worn areas, WSS can specify repair systems for both concrete and asphalt surfaces.

01Hole RepairRestore potholes, spalled concrete and damaged floor sections using repair systems suited to the required depth and traffic.
02Crack & Joint RepairRepair cracks and damaged joints to reduce further deterioration and restore a smoother working surface.
03Re-SurfacingRestore wider areas of worn or deteriorated concrete where isolated patch repairs are no longer sufficient.
Proven on site

Industrial Floor Repair in Practice

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MMA Concrete Repair at Aryzta YardCASE STUDYFloor Repair

MMA Concrete Repair at Aryzta Yard

July 2, 2024

Where Is Floor Damage Affecting Your Operation?

Whether you’re dealing with potholes, failed joints, cracked concrete or deteriorating asphalt, speak to WSS. We’ll assess the damage, operating conditions and downtime available before recommending the right repair system.

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