ESD Floor Coating/Static Discharge Flooring Systems
Proper static control for facilities that handle electronic equipment, components, and volatile compounds is a serious issue. Prime Polymers is a leading authority on ESD/Static discharge flooring systems. Our static control flooring systems take the worry out of electro static related calamities.
The key to Prime Polymers’ static discharge flooring systems is that our flooring material safely dissipates electro static charges. Typical industrial floor coatings can produce risks in facilities that are electro statically charged.
If improper flooring systems are used, sparks can still occur even if employees are wearing proper clothing and using static-sensitive equipment. This is why it is imperative to equip your facility with static discharge (ESD) flooring.
Our installations teams are highly trained and have vast experience installing static dissipative flooring. Since we are a single source provider, we produce and install the flooring systems which means we are in full control of the project from start to completion!
Benefits Of ESD Floors
Prime Polymers’ static discharge flooring offers the following benefits:
Seamless
Static discharge flooring, also known as ESD floors, is designed with a seamless surface. This feature eliminates potential gaps where static electricity could accumulate or discharge improperly. This ensures a consistent level of protection for sensitive electronic equipment and electronic components.
Easy to clean, low maintenance
Static discharge flooring, or anti-static flooring, is constructed with conductive materials that are easy to clean and maintain. This reduces the effort and cost associated with keeping the flooring in good condition, making it a practical choice for environments where cleanliness is essential.
Complies with industry standards
Static discharge flooring, also referred to as ESD epoxy floors, is designed to meet or exceed industry standards for static control properties. This ensures that it provides the necessary level of protection for sensitive electronic components and complies with relevant regulations and guidelines.
Offers abrasion resistance
Anti-static flooring, such as static discharge flooring, is built to withstand wear and tear, including abrasion from foot traffic and equipment. This durability ensures that the flooring maintains its static control properties and protects sensitive electronic equipment over time.
Durable, smooth, non-porous surface
Antistatic flooring is characterized by their durable, smooth, and non-porous surface. This surface quality, which is typical of static discharge flooring, contributes to its longevity and effectiveness in preventing static electricity buildup.
Very low body voltage generation values possible when wearing heel straps C or SD footwear
When individuals wear heel straps designed for static control (C or SD footwear) on static discharge flooring, it allows for very low levels of static electricity generation. This minimizes the risk of static electricity buildup on personnel and conductive elements.
Conforms to ANSI S20.20, < 3.5 x 107 ohms when tested in accordance with ANSI STM 97.1:
Prime Polymers’ ESD floor coating is designed to meet the requirements set by ANSI S20.20 standards for ESD control. The specified resistance values ensure effective dissipation of static electricity and protect sensitive electronic components.
Available in conductive range (2.5 X 104 to 1.0 X 106) ohms per ANSI/ESD S7.1/ASTM F-150:
Static discharge flooring, like anti-static flooring, is available in a range of conductivity levels. This versatility allows for flexibility in selecting the appropriate level of static control properties based on the specific needs of the environment and conductive materials.
Maintains electrical conductivity throughout the entire thickness of the system
Unlike some ESD control measures, anti static floors ensure consistent conductivity throughout its entire thickness. This characteristic is crucial for reliable static control and the protection of sensitive electronic equipment.
Does not depend on relative humidity for conductive properties
ESD floors, maintain their conductive properties regardless of humidity levels. This ensures consistent performance in various environmental conditions, safeguarding conductive elements and sensitive electronic components.
ESD can be used in almost any environment where the damaging effects of electrostatic discharge (ESD) cannot be tolerated
Static discharge flooring is versatile and can be employed in a wide range of settings where static electricity poses a threat to sensitive electronic equipment. Businesses such as electronics manufacturing, laboratories, cleanrooms, and data centers.
Consistent resistance measurements are obtained when testing, in accordance with standard methods
When tested for resistance, static discharge flooring consistently yields reliable measurements. This reliability is crucial for ensuring its effectiveness in controlling static electricity within a controlled environment, and protecting sensitive electronic components.
Industries That Benefit from ESD Floors
Industries currently using ESD coatings include:
Electronics
The electronics industry relies on static discharge flooring to protect sensitive electronics, including circuit boards. This conductive floor minimizes the risk of damage caused by static charge, ensuring the reliability and performance of electrical properties in electronic devices.
Data Processing
Data centers and facilities handling sensitive computing equipment need anti static flooring. This flooring enhances electrical resistance, reducing the risk of static charge buildup that can disrupt data processing operations and harm sensitive electronics.
Military/Aerospace
These industries use static discharge flooring to safeguard sensitive electronics in critical applications. This conductive flooring materials protect electrical properties and prevent electrostatic discharge. This ensures the integrity of electronic systems in these sectors, which is so important.
Photography/Graphic Arts
In photography and graphic arts, static discharge flooring plays a crucial role. It minimizes static charge, preserving the electrical properties of precision equipment used in image production and processing, thus maintaining consistent quality.
Auto Manufacturing
Automotive manufacturing plants benefit from ESD flooring to protect sensitive electronics found in modern vehicles. The flooring system safeguards electrical resistance, preventing static charge-related damage to electronic components during assembly, ensuring the safety and functionality of automobiles.
Biotechnology
Laboratories in the biotechnology industry require static discharge flooring to protect electronics and maintain electrical properties. This conductive floor minimizes the risk of static charge, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of experiments and research.
Munitions Plant
Munitions manufacturing facilities rely on static discharge flooring to enhance safety. This floor’s surface minimizes electrical resistance and static charge buildup, thus reducing the risk of accidental ignition when handling explosive materials. This is crucial for safety in these hazardous environments.
Hazardous Industries (Dust or Explosion Hazards)
Industries dealing with combustible dust or explosion hazards benefit from anti static flooring. It reduces electrical resistance, preventing static charge buildup that could ignite flammable materials. As such this type of epoxy flooring enhances safety protocols in these environments.
Properly safeguard your facility by installing ESD/static discharge floor coating systems by Prime Polymers. Call us today and we can provide a thorough assessment of your facility and provide a no fee quote.
