What Are Electrostatic Dissipative Floors?
ESD flooring, or Electrostatic Dissipative flooring, is an industrial flooring system that prevents damage to electronics by safely discharging static electricity. As people move across the floor, electrostatic charges build up—ESD flooring grounds these charges to eliminate the risk of damage to sensitive equipment.
These specialized systems create a grounded surface that continuously disperses the electrical charges. They’re essential in environments where static discharge can interrupt operations or harm delicate electronics. Multiple flooring types—like resinous coatings, vinyl or rubber tiles, and ESD carpet—can be engineered for static control. Each option has unique benefits and considerations depending on the facility’s needs.
Resinous ESD coating systems offer the highest level of static protection. These systems can be as simple as a multilayer epoxy system or may include other materials such as urethane or cement. Installers embed conductive copper strips between the resinous layers, allowing electricians to connect the floor to multiple earth grounding points. Because the ESD elements are part of the coating’s chemical structure, these floors deliver consistent performance with no hot spots or dead zones.
Where is ESD Flooring Used?
You’ll find ESD flooring in environments where even a small electrostatic discharge could damage equipment or interrupt operations. Common applications include:
- Electronics manufacturing and assembly facilities
- Testing labs and cleanrooms
- Data centers and server rooms
- Aerospace facilities
- Hospitals and pharmaceutical labs
In these settings, ESD flooring prevents discharge events that could damage computers, sophisticated instruments or hand-held electronic devices.
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How Does ESD Flooring Work?
Integrates Conductive Elements
ESD floors contain conductive elements such as carbon, graphite or metal-coated particles imbedded in the concrete coating. These allow static electricity to flow through the flooring and safely discharge to a grounded connection.
In addition, ESD coating solutions are designed for chemical resistance and durability, offering long-term protection in demanding environments.
Meets Industry Standards
ESD flooring systems follow industry-standard guidelines (ANSI/ESD S20.20), which outlines the best practices for material manufacturing, installation, and periodic testing.
Our ESD flooring solutions are fully compliant with these industry standards.
Reduces Static Buildup
Walking generates static through friction between shoes and the floor. The amount of electrostatic charge varies based on the flooring material and footwear.
ESD flooring is engineered to prevent this buildup. In some settings, workers also wear ESD-safe shoes and clothing to improve conductivity between their body and the floor.
Prevents Electrostatic Discharges
When a person touches another object, built-up static can be discharged in a flash. Even a shock as small as 20 volts—far below the level we can feel—can destroy microelectronics.
By stopping static from building in the first place, ESD floors eliminate the risk of costly or dangerous discharge events.
To learn more about the Pros and Cons of ESD Systems, view our ESD Flooring Options page.
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Frequently asked Questions
ESD flooring prevents static electricity buildup by providing a low-resistance path for electrical charges to safely dissipate to ground. It reduces the risk of electrostatic discharge, which can damage sensitive electronics or cause fires in volatile environments.
ESD flooring plays a vital role in protecting sensitive electronic equipment found in data centers and cleanrooms. Even small electrostatic discharges can corrupt data, damage microchips, or interrupt mission-critical operations. In cleanrooms, where particle control is essential, ESD flooring also helps reduce airborne contaminants generated by static discharge.
Conductive ESD flooring has a lower electrical resistance than dissipative flooring, allowing static charges to move more quickly to ground. Both are used to control static, but the choice depends on application-specific safety and performance requirements.
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