Engineered for Production, Safety, and Efficiency

The Foundation of a Productive Factory Floor in Summit County

At Unlimited Designs Flooring & Epoxy of Akron, we know that in a manufacturing environment, the floor is a tool. It needs to support heavy machinery, resist aggressive chemicals, and define your workflow. A cracked, dusting concrete slab isn't just ugly—it damages equipment, slows down forklifts, and creates safety hazards.

We specialize in Manufacturing Epoxy Floor Coatings designed for Akron’s diverse industrial sector. From the rubber and polymer plants in South Akron to the precision machine shops in Barberton and Norton, our systems are built to withstand the specific abuses of production while keeping your facility compliant with OSHA and 5S standards.

Critical Floor Requirements for Manufacturing

Why Standard Paint Won't Cut It

Manufacturing floors face threats that standard commercial floors do not. We engineer our systems to handle:
1. Extreme Point Loads & Vibration: Heavy CNC machines, stamping presses, and injection molders vibrate constantly. This can pulverize weak concrete. Our 100% Solids Epoxy and Epoxy Mortar systems have compressive strengths up to 12,000 PSI—three times stronger than concrete—preventing cracking under heavy equipment.
2. Chemical & Oil Attack: Cutting fluids, hydraulic oil, acids, and solvents eat through bare concrete. We install Novolac Epoxy topcoats that are chemically resistant. Spills sit on the surface without penetrating, allowing for easy cleanup and preventing environmental contamination.
3. Impact Resistance: Dropped tools, steel parts, and heavy pallets are daily occurrences. Our thick-build systems act as a shock absorber, protecting the slab from spalling (chipping) when impacts happen.
4. Dust Control for Quality Assurance: Bare concrete sheds dust constantly ("dusting"), which settles on sensitive electronics and fresh paint jobs. Our seamless coatings lock the concrete surface, creating a Clean Room environment essential for high-tech manufacturing in Twinsburg and Hudson.

5S Floor Marking & Workflow Optimization

Organize Your Plant Floor Permanently

Tape peels up in weeks. Paint wears off in months. Our Embedded Epoxy Striping lasts for years. We help Akron manufacturers implement 5S Lean Manufacturing principles directly into the floor.

Traffic Aisles (Safety Yellow): Clearly define forklift paths vs. pedestrian walkways to prevent accidents.
Work Cells (Blue/Green): Mark off specific assembly zones or raw material staging areas.
Hazard Zones (Red/Striped): highlight electrical panels, fire extinguishers, and dangerous machinery swing zones.
Scrap/Waste Areas: Designated zones for recycling and waste bins to keep the plant tidy.

Specialized Systems for Akron Industries

Tailored Solutions for Local Sectors

We don't offer a "one bucket" solution. We customize the floor system based on what you manufacture.

Metal Fabrication & Machining

Challenge: Metal shavings (swarf) and cutting oils.
Solution: A smooth, oil-resistant coating that allows metal chips to be swept up easily without getting stuck in texture, combined with a high-traction grit in walkways.

Food & Beverage Processing

Challenge: Thermal shock (hot washdowns), bacteria, and acids.
Solution: Urethane Cement systems that expand/contract with heat and resist organic acids, installed with seamless cove bases for USDA compliance.

Rubber & Polymer Production

Challenge: Carbon black dust and heavy heat.
Solution: High-gloss, easy-to-clean surfaces that make spotting carbon dust easy, ensuring a cleaner final product.

Electronics & Assembly

Challenge: Static electricity destroying components.
Solution: ESD (Electro-Static Dissipative) Epoxy flooring that safely grounds static charges, protecting sensitive circuit boards.

Installation: Minimizing Production Downtime

We Work Around Your Shift Schedule

We understand that shutting down a line costs thousands of dollars an hour. Unlimited Designs Flooring & Epoxy offers strategic installation options:

Weekend Shutdowns: We start Friday at 5 PM and have the floor cured and ready for the Monday morning shift.
Phased Installation: We can section off your plant and coat one aisle or work cell at a time, allowing the rest of the facility to keep running.
Rapid-Cure Polyaspartics: For critical areas, we use coatings that cure in 2-4 hours, minimizing downtime to a single shift.

Service Area: Manufacturing Flooring Near Me

Serving the Industrial Heart of Northeast Ohio

We are locally based in Akron (44319), giving us the ability to service the heavy industrial corridors of Summit and Medina counties quickly.
We actively serve manufacturing clients in:

Akron (Industrial Valley, Innovation Campus)
Barberton & Norton (Heavy Industry Zones)
Twinsburg & Macedonia (Logistics & Light Mfg)
Cuyahoga Falls & Stow (Industrial Parks)
Wadsworth & Medina (Manufacturing Hubs)

Why Akron Homeowners and Businesses Trust Flake Epoxy Flooring

Local Landmarks, Neighborhoods, and the Akron Advantage

Akron, Ohio is a city with a rich industrial legacy, diverse neighborhoods, and iconic destinations like the Akron Art Museum, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, and the Akron Zoo. Whether your property is nestled near the historic Highland Square, bustling downtown, or along the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park, maintaining clean, attractive, and durable floors is essential—especially with Northeast Ohio’s changing seasons.

Akron’s Unique Climate and Flooring Challenges

Akron’s weather is known for its humid summers, snowy winters, and frequent freeze-thaw cycles. This leads to:

Concrete sweating or dampness, especially in basements and garages
Salt and de-icing chemicals tracked in from winter roads, causing pitting or staining
Expansion and contraction in older concrete slabs, leading to cracks and surface wear

Flake epoxy flooring is specifically designed to address these local challenges. Its seamless, non-porous surface prevents moisture intrusion, resists the corrosive effects of road salt, and bridges minor imperfections in aging concrete. The durable topcoat stands up to heavy equipment, foot traffic from events at Canal Park, and even the rigors of hosting friends after a day at Summit Metro Parks.

Enhance Your Property Near Akron’s Landmarks

Highland Square & West Hill: Older homes benefit from epoxy’s ability to hide existing concrete flaws, adding modern appeal without expensive slab replacement.
Downtown Akron & The University of Akron Area: Businesses, restaurants, and campus facilities enjoy easy-to-clean, eye-catching floors that impress customers and reduce maintenance.
Portage Lakes & Ellet: Lakefront garages and basements stay dry and protected, even during spring thaws or summer storms.
Fairlawn, Stow, Cuyahoga Falls: Suburban homeowners love the customizable flake blends that match their décor and withstand daily family life.

Supporting Akron’s Community with Local Expertise

As an Akron-based business, Unlimited Designs Flooring & Epoxy understands the city’s architecture and construction trends. We’ve completed projects near the Goodyear Theater, in the heart of Firestone Park, and throughout the North Hill and Merriman Valley neighborhoods. Our local knowledge means we select the right materials and installation techniques for long-lasting results—no matter where your property is located.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Manufacturing Flooring Specifics

Can you coat over oil-saturated concrete?

Yes, but prep is key. We use specialized degreasers and aggressive shot-blasting to remove the contaminated surface layer. We then apply an Oil-Stop Primer designed to bond to oil-contaminated slabs, ensuring the new topcoat won't peel.

How do we clean the epoxy?

For large plants, automatic floor scrubbers with soft-to-medium bristle pads are best. Use a neutral-pH cleaner. The seamless surface means dirt and oils lift off easily compared to bare concrete.

Is the striping painted on top?

No. We apply the colored striping resin before the final clear coat. This means the safety lines are protected under a layer of industrial-grade clear epoxy/urethane, so they won't wear off from forklift traffic.

Does it withstand welding sparks?

Standard epoxy can burn if slag hits it. For welding bays, we recommend specialized high-temp urethane coatings or quartz-broadcast systems that are more resistant to hot sparks.

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Contact Unlimited Designs Flooring & Epoxy of Akron

Improve safety, morale, and efficiency with a professional manufacturing floor.

Call 330-223-3992 today. Our industrial specialists will visit your plant, assess your specific chemical and traffic exposures, and provide a detailed plan to upgrade your facility.