In the bustling city of Bangkok, Thailand, the Kelly and Companion project stands as a testament to innovation and efficiency in single-storey building construction. This project, spanning 1,000 square meters, is dedicated to the manufacturing of pet food under the brand “Kelly & Co’s.” The adherence to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) processes necessitated a seamless floor design, making it an ideal candidate for a robust and jointless structural solution.
Not only should the floor be cost efficient and time saving, as a GMPcompliant facility manufacturing pet food, a seamless floor with no joints was crucial. Additionally, the need to control crack width for a polyurethane coating on the floor added complexity. The project team sought an innovative solution that not only addressed these pain points but also aligned with ESG considerations.
Bekaert’s Dramix® Steel Fiber Reinforcement emerged as the ideal solution, specifically the 4D 65/60BG product with a dosage of 25 kg/m3. This seamless floor on pile application not only met the design requirement for a jointless surface but also contributed to cost reduction and construction time efficiency. The 4D steel fibers played a crucial role in controlling crack width, ensuring a flawless surface for the subsequent polyurethane coating. Bekaert’s cooperation with partners involved providing detailed design support to the general contractor, Jettarin Engineering Co., Ltd., facilitating a smooth and effective execution of the flooring solution.
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