EPOXY COATING FOR FOOD/BOTTLING PRODUCTION FACILITIES

Ritver offers several industrial epoxy products suitable for food production facilities, including anti-skid and solvent-free topcoats. For these applications, selecting the appropriate Ritver product depends on factors like traffic levels, chemical resistance needs, and specific safety requirements, such as slip-resistance. Key Ritver products for food facilities

• Epoxy Topcoat (Anti-Skid): This is specifically recommended for applications with heavy traffic and a need for slip-resistance, such as in food processing units, beverage bottling plants, and dairies. It offers excellent resistance to mild acids, bases, and other chemicals.
• Epoxy Topcoat Solvent Free (CONCOAT EP250): A heavy-duty, solvent-free floor coating for areas that require high resistance to chemical attack, including kitchens, dairies, and bottling plants. Silica sand can be broadcast into the first coat to achieve an anti-slip finish.
• Epoxy Putty Solvent Base: This two-component putty is used for filling cracks, indentations, and flaws on severe industrial floors. It is resistant to mild acids and bases, making it suitable for preparing surfaces in food processing units before applying a topcoat.
• Epoxy Primer Solvent Base: Designed to seal and penetrate surfaces, this primer provides a solid base for topcoats and is suitable for concrete floors in food facilities. 

How to select the right Ritver product

1. Assess traffic and use: For heavy-traffic areas that require maximum safety, the Epoxy Topcoat (Anti-Skid) is ideal. For medium-duty areas that need a cleanable, attractive surface, the Epoxy Topcoat Solvent Free (CONCOAT EP250) is a strong option.
2. Evaluate chemical exposure: All of the listed Ritver epoxy topcoats offer good resistance to mild chemicals. For areas with aggressive chemical exposure, ensure the product is compatible with the specific substances present.
3. Ensure regulatory compliance: Verify that the chosen Ritver product meets local regulatory standards for food contact surfaces in your region.
4. Consider application needs: For a seamless, hygienic finish, proper surface preparation using products like the Epoxy Putty Solvent Base and an appropriate primer is essential. The anti-skid properties can be added to the solvent-free topcoat during application. 

Comparison with other materialsFor very specific needs in food production, you might also consider alternatives to standard epoxy. For example, Cementitious Polyurethane (PU) systems are often used for extreme thermal shock or highly aggressive chemical environments, but Ritver epoxies provide robust solutions for most standard food facility applications.