Moisture-Resistant Urethane Flooring Solution for KRAIBURG TPE

Project Summary

About the Client

KRAIBURG TPE Corporation is a global manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds. Its Buford, Georgia facility supports the Americas and serves applications across automotive, industrial, consumer goods, and medical markets.

As an active manufacturing environment, the facility requires flooring that can withstand day-to-day industrial operations while helping maintain a safer, cleaner, and more reliable working surface.

Flooring Requirements & Pain Points

KRAIBURG TPE was experiencing a persistent moisture problem with sections of its facility floor. The concrete surface was “sweating,” allowing moisture to accumulate on the floor.

The wet surface created slippery conditions for employees and increased concern about workplace safety. Simply applying another standard coating would not adequately address the underlying moisture conditions.

KRAIBURG TPE needed a flooring solution designed to:

• Address moisture affecting the concrete floor
• Reduce wet and slippery surface conditions
• Improve the reliability of the flooring system
• Support a safer environment for employees
• Provide durability for an industrial manufacturing facility

Challenges

The primary challenge was determining why moisture was repeatedly appearing on the floor and selecting a solution capable of performing under those conditions.

Moisture can compromise the performance of a flooring system when the existing concrete and environmental conditions are not properly considered. In this case, Sealwell recognized that the flooring problem needed to be approached as more than a surface-level repair.

The solution needed to address both the facility environment and the floor system.

Our Objective

Sealwell’s objective was to provide KRAIBURG TPE with a long-term flooring solution that would help manage the facility’s moisture conditions while creating a more dependable walking and working surface.

Rather than simply covering the existing floor, the Sealwell team evaluated the conditions contributing to the problem and recommended a combination of improved air circulation and a moisture-resistant flooring system.

Proposed Solution

Following the floor evaluation, Sealwell recommended a two-part approach.

Improve Air Circulation

Sealwell recommended installing a fan to increase air movement within the affected area. Better circulation would help manage the environmental conditions contributing to condensation and floor sweating.

Install a Urethane Flooring System

Sealwell also recommended coating the floor with a durable urethane flooring system designed to provide an additional protective barrier against moisture affecting the concrete surface.

The combination addressed the issue from two directions: improving conditions above the floor while providing greater protection at the floor surface.

Implementation Process

Sealwell followed a systematic installation process designed around the existing floor conditions and the operational requirements of the KRAIBURG TPE facility.

1. Floor Evaluation

The Sealwell team inspected the affected areas to understand the extent of the moisture and slippery-floor problem before recommending the appropriate system.

2. Environmental Recommendation

Based on the conditions observed, Sealwell recommended improving air circulation with a fan to help minimize condensation and moisture accumulation.

3. Surface Preparation

The existing concrete was properly prepared to create a suitable substrate for the new flooring system. Proper preparation is essential for achieving reliable coating adhesion and long-term flooring performance.

4. Urethane Flooring Application

A urethane flooring system was applied to the prepared floor, creating a durable protective surface suitable for the manufacturing environment and helping address moisture affecting the slab.

5. Final Inspection

After installation, the completed flooring system was inspected to confirm consistent coverage, finish quality, and readiness for the facility’s operational needs.

Results

The completed project provided KRAIBURG TPE with a more durable and dependable flooring surface while addressing the moisture-related conditions that had been creating slippery areas.

The combination of improved air circulation and the urethane flooring system helped:

• Reduce moisture-related problems at the floor surface
• Minimize slippery conditions caused by floor sweating
• Improve the working surface for facility employees
• Protect the concrete with a durable urethane coating
• Create a cleaner and more professional-looking floor
• Provide a flooring solution better suited to the manufacturing environment

Rather than treating the visible symptoms alone, Sealwell provided a solution based on the conditions affecting the facility and its concrete floor.

Client Feedback

The successful installation addressed the flooring concerns identified at KRAIBURG TPE’s Buford facility and provided a more reliable surface for ongoing manufacturing operations.

Facility Manager