Epoxy Pedestrian Walkways and Line Striping for Automotive Glass Manufacturer

in Illinois

Services Performed

Automotive Manufacturing Facility Flooring, Concrete Floor Repair and Resurfacing, Epoxy Flooring, Floor Markings and Line Striping, Industrial Flooring, Non-slip Flooring

Location

Illinois

Worker in a hard hat and safety vest operates a red floor grinder in an industrial facility, removing coating from a green-painted walkway bordered by yellow lines; hoses and cables trail across the floor, with a “Caution” tape visible in the foreground.

Client and Facility Overview

Focused on quality and precision, this Illinois automotive glass manufacturing facility operates multiple production lines to meet the growing demand for glass solutions in the automotive industry.

Requested Maintenance

To align with Six Sigma (6S) compliance, the company needed to rejuvenate its walkways and line striping, which had become worn and nearly non-existent. This upgrade was critical for both safety and organizational efficiency, ensuring clear and durable pathways within the busy manufacturing environment.

Scope of Work

Diamond Grinding: Utilized state-of-the-art diamond grinders to remove old epoxy and open the concrete pores.
Surface Repair: Repaired all holes, cracks, and spalls under the new walkway.
Primer Application: Applied a penetrating epoxy primer to the primed walkways.
Epoxy Coating: Coated the walkways with a high-build 100% solid polyaspartic epoxy in a bright green color.
Stripe Painting: Applied two coats of fast-dry paint on all stripes and cross-hatch lines in yellow and white.
Durability Enhancement: Added a clear coat of high-build urethane over the walkway for additional durability.
Safety Improvement: Incorporated an anti-slip aggregate for enhanced traction and safety.

Notable Details

The use of anti-slip aggregate ensures that the walkways provide additional traction, significantly reducing the risk of slip and fall incidents, which is essential in a high-traffic manufacturing environment.

The bright green color, combined with the yellow and white striping, not only adds visual appeal, but also enhances functional clarity. These markings provide clear, easy-to-follow pathways that support the facility's organizational goals.

We ensured a strong, durable bond by carefully preparing the concrete surfaces before applying the coatings. This preparation included diamond grinding to open the concrete pores and patch any imperfections, providing a solid foundation for the epoxy coatings.

Our strategic approach allowed us to complete the project with minimal disruption to the plant's operations. By working efficiently and coordinating closely with the customer, we ensured that the modifications were completed on time and did not disrupt production processes.

Client Satisfaction

The revitalized walkways and line striping have significantly improved the facility's organization, safety, and visual appeal. The client now enjoys durable flooring solutions that support their lean manufacturing transformation, reflecting their commitment to operational excellence and employee safety.