Most concrete warehouse and industrial floors become subject to joints with spalling edges. This should be seen as an early indication of serious potential for long term damage. The floor joint edges are vulnerable to damage and tend to spall under the impact from hard wheeled traffic such as forklift machinery. Also these floors are subject to random cracking.
Floor joints are controlled cracks in concrete slabs and are designed and positioned to allow movement in concrete floors. Without restraining that movement it could lead to random cracking. Early life drying shrinkage and long term thermal changes are a few of the main causes of concrete floor joint movement. Joint sealant should be rigid enough to provide support and protection to the concrete. However, it must also accommodate the anticipated movement in the floor while remaining bonded to at least one face of the joint.
Crack repairs to concrete warehouse floors help to prevent further degradation of the floor and create a smooth surface. This provides increased mobility to heavy forklifts or pallet jacks and reduces trip hazards for employees and general public use.
While concrete is one of the toughest materials and is a low-maintenance flooring solution, that doesn’t mean you won’t ever experience any issues with it. Issues like cracks don’t just affect the aesthetics of your warehouse. They can also affect the safety and well-being of your workers. Trips and falls can lead to injuries and even impact how well you remain in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) safety regulation standards.
To prevent these kinds of things from occurring, here are six of the most common issues with warehouse floors:
Whether you’re dealing with a simple concrete floor crack that needs to be repaired or something more involved, R.J. Potteiger Construction Services, Inc. has you covered. We can handle all kinds of warehouse concrete floor repairs, including:
Regardless of what caused your concrete flooring issues, R.J. Potteiger Construction Services, Inc. can provide an efficient and affordable repair solution to your warehouse flooring project. We are your source for warehouse concrete floor repair in Central, PA and surrounding areas.
