FLOOR COATINGS FOR THE AVIATION INDUSTRY

Epoxy Hangar Floor Coating Types

Epoxy floor coatings offer a superior solution for aviation hangars, providing numerous advantages over traditional materials. Thermal-Chem,  manufacturing high-quality epoxy coatings since 1976, offers a variety of aviation flooring products specifically designed to address the unique needs of hangars.

TYPICAL AVIATION FLOORING PROBLEM AREAS 

Hangar floors are subjected to a range of challenges, including:

• Heavy Traffic and Weight Loads: Large aircraft and heavy machinery put a significant strain on hangar floors. Epoxy coatings are exceptionally durable and can withstand these demanding weight loads without cracking or spalling.
• Harsh Chemicals: Aircraft maintenance involves the use of various chemicals, including solvents, fuels, and hydraulic fluids. These chemicals can damage and deteriorate conventional flooring. Thermal-Chem’s epoxy coatings are formulated to resist these chemicals, protecting the underlying floor and minimizing the risk of costly repairs.

• Impact Resistance: Heavy tools and parts can be dropped on hangar floors, potentially causing chips or cracks. Epoxy coatings are known for their impact resistance, minimizing damage and maintaining a smooth, level surface.

• Slippage: Spilled fluids and oils can create slippery surfaces, posing a safety hazard for hangar personnel. Thermal-Chem offers slip-resistant additives that can be incorporated into their epoxy coatings, creating a secure surface that minimizes the risk of slips and falls.

AVIATION FLOORING APPLICATIONS

Thermal-Chem’s epoxy hangar floor coatings are suitable for various applications within the aviation industry, including:

• Hangar Floors: Our epoxy coatings provide exceptional durability, chemical resistance, and slip-resistance, making them ideal for hangar floors. We also offer a pallet of light colors to increase the light reflectivity in the maintenance bays.
• Runways: Thermal-Chem offers epoxy products to repair runways and installation systems for runway lights.
• Maintenance Areas: Epoxy coatings are perfect for maintenance areas because of their resistance to chemicals, impact, and wear and tear.
• Parts Rooms and Offices: These areas benefit from the easy-to-clean and low-maintenance properties of epoxy flooring.