ESD/Conductive Flooring
Specialized conductive flooring that protects against electro-static discharge.
Our floors protect your people and products.
As a person walks across a standard epoxy floor, it is very easy to build up static charge through friction because epoxy acts as an insulative material. Where there is static, there is electro-static discharge. This can cause mayhem in certain industries.That's why Stonhard formulates epoxy flooring systems with conductive properties to serve these sensitive operations.
What is ESD Flooring?
ESD floors, also known as static dissipative floors (1 Mohm to 1000 Mohms) or conductive floors (.025 Mohms to 1 Mohms), provide superior static control, inhibiting static electricity on a person or from reaching sensitive equipment. In a full ESD program, the floor is joined by other protective measures, including ESD footwear, grounded table-tops and ESD wrist straps.
The Benefits of ESD Flooring
ESD flooring offers many benefits, such as:
- protecting personnel from injury or loss of life due to shock or explosion (often used in cleanrooms).
- protecting sensitive electronic components from damaging static electricity.
- better performance than tile, which can delaminate under heavy-duty conditions.
- saving money on replacing or repairing electronic equipment that has failed or been damaged due to static electricity.
- creating a 100% effective static-controlled environment, complete with ESD footwear.
Electronics Manufacturing
Aerospace
Pharmaceutical
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Explore a Project
Explore projects where ESD flooring made all the difference. Dive into real-world examples where our expertise delivered flooring solutions built to last in the most demanding environments.
NASA
The electrical resistance consistency, coupled with the floor’s exceptionally low-body voltage generation values, provided a Class 0 sensitivity safe environment. Agency staff were delighted with their new floors and welcomed Stonhard for further facility projects.
Naval Medical Center San Diego
For corridors supporting AGVs, Stonshield ESD conductive flooring was installed to protect sensitive equipment from static electricity. It also provides abrasion and wear resistance with a wide range of design options.
Recommended ESD Flooring Products
Our line of ESD floors use conductive materials blended into our systems. Some anti-static systems use carbon-filled primers, while others utilize conductive pigments. Along with the conductive benefits, all of our ESD floors maintain the same outstanding properties as our other floors – they are chemical and abrasion resistant and easy to clean. Our team of Territory Managers, Architectural and Engineering Representatives will assist you in choosing the best ESD product for your environment with the look you desire.
FAQ
Got questions? We've got answers. This FAQ section covers the most common inquiries about ESD flooring to help you make informed decisions.
ESD conductive flooring is typically made from materials that dissipate static electricity safely to the ground, preventing the buildup of static charges that can harm electronics or those working in the area.
Regular cleaning with approved antistatic cleaners and avoiding the use of wax or other products that could increase the flooring's resistance are common maintenance practices. Periodic testing of electrical resistance may also be recommended.
Yes, ESD conductive flooring is designed and tested to meet safety standards that ensure it effectively controls electrostatic discharge without posing additional risks to equipment or personnel.
In some cases, yes, but it depends on the condition and type of the existing floor. Consultation with a professional installer or manufacturer is recommended to determine feasibility and proper installation methods.
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The Top 5 Areas for ESD Flooring
Controlling ESD is particularly important in certain industries and specialized spaces. Along with the implementation of an ESD policy that includes compliance plans for clothing, footwear, wrist straps, work surfaces, and shielding bags, the installation of ESD flooring is key. Here we explore the areas where ESD flooring is most crucial for safety, productivity, and cost savings.
