Ludhiana has thousands of manufacturing units, and a common question we get from owners is simply: which epoxy do we actually need? Quotes can vary a lot, partly because "epoxy flooring" covers everything from a thin coat of paint-like resin to a thick, trowelled screed. For a machine tool workshop, a sewing machine assembly unit, a wholesale warehouse or a showroom, the right answer is different. This page explains the options.

The three main types of epoxy floor

TypeBuildGood forNot good for
Epoxy coatingA few hundred microns, rolled onDust control, stores, offices, light assemblyForklifts, heavy impact, rough old floors
Self levelling epoxy2 to 3 mm, pouredClean assembly, packing, showrooms, a smooth lookHeavy steel wheels and dropped heavy parts
Epoxy screed or mortar4 to 6 mm, trowelledHeavy trolleys, forklifts, impact zonesBudget jobs, decorative finishes

A cheap quote is often a thin coating. It can be the right choice for a store room, but it won't last on a forklift route. When comparing quotes, always ask for the thickness.

Machine tool and sewing machine units

Assembly and machining units in Ludhiana typically have:

  • oil and coolant around machines
  • dropped parts and tools
  • hand trolleys moving between stations
  • a need for clear marking of work zones and walkways

Self levelling epoxy suits assembly areas, and an epoxy screed or EPU hybrid is better around machines and on trolley routes where impact is common. Oil-soaked concrete near old machines has to be cut out first, because no epoxy bonds to oil.

Warehouses and wholesale stores

Ludhiana's wholesale trade moves huge volumes of hosiery, textiles, hardware and parts. For warehouses with pallet trucks, an epoxy coating or self levelling epoxy controls dust and keeps stock clean. Where forklifts run, choose a thicker system on the main routes. For very large dry warehouses, a concrete densifier can be a cheaper alternative.

Showrooms

Bicycle, machinery and garment showrooms use self levelling epoxy for a glossy, seamless look. Near large glass fronts, a UV-stable topcoat stops yellowing.

Winter installation

Epoxy cures slowly when it's cold, and Ludhiana's December and January mornings can bring slab temperatures low enough to cause problems. An under-cured floor stays soft and marks easily. We check slab temperature, warm the area if needed and allow extra curing time.

What to ask any contractor

  1. What thickness will be applied, in microns or millimetres?
  2. How will the surface be prepared, by grinding, shot blasting or only cleaning?
  3. Will the slab be tested for moisture?
  4. How will cracks, joints and oil-soaked areas be handled?
  5. How long before forklifts and chemicals can be used?

Clear answers to these tell you more than the price does.

FAQs

Why do epoxy quotes in Ludhiana vary so much?

Mostly because of thickness and preparation. A thin coating on a lightly cleaned floor costs far less than a 4 mm screed on a ground, repaired floor.

Can epoxy go over our old factory floor?

Usually, after grinding, removing oil-soaked areas and repairing cracks.

How soon can production restart?

Foot traffic usually after about a day. Trolleys and forklifts after a few days, longer in winter.

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