Aviation & Aerospace Flooring

Aviation & Aerospace Flooring — Vancouver & British Columbia

High-Performance • Aircraft-Rated • Long-Life Resinous Flooring by priorityonepoxyflooring

Aircraft hangars, avionics shops, maintenance bays and aerospace manufacturing facilities demand floors that combine extreme durability, chemical and impact resistance, and easy maintainability — while maintaining a professional, high-gloss appearance. priorityonepoxyflooring supplies and installs engineered resinous systems in Vancouver, Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, the Okanagan and across BC that are specified to withstand heavy aircraft wheel loads, concentrated point loads, hydraulic fluids, fuel spills, and frequent industrial washdowns.

Why Aviation & Aerospace Facilities Require Purpose-Built Flooring

Aircraft and aerospace environments expose floors to a unique and punishing mix of stresses: extremely high point and rolling loads from landing gear and tugs, chemical exposure from fuels, oils and hydraulic fluids, high-frequency foot and wheeled traffic, static-sensitive electronics in avionics areas, and aggressive cleaning protocols. Ordinary concrete, tile or painted surfaces quickly fail under these conditions — cracking, dusting, chemical staining, and delamination are common problems.

priorityonepoxyflooring specifies systems that eliminate these failure modes by combining the correct substrate preparation, high-compressive-strength toppings (such as polyurethane cement and high-build epoxy), antistatic / ESD-control options for sensitive areas, and durable UV-stable topcoats for long-term aesthetics. The result: fewer repairs, reduced downtime, predictable life-cycle performance and a safer, cleaner working environment for technicians and operations staff across British Columbia.

Application Areas — Where High-Performance Floors Matter Most

Aircraft Hangars & Aprons

Hangar floors must resist heavy static and dynamic wheel loads, fuel and oil spills, impact from dropped tools, and abrasion from ground-handling equipment. Polyurethane cement (urethane mortar) and high-build epoxy systems provide the compressive strength and impact resistance needed for multi-bay hangars and private jet facilities while offering a seamless, oil-resistant surface that cleans quickly and looks professional for visitor-facing spaces.

Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) Bays

MRO bays require floors that tolerate concentrated loads, repetitive tool drops, and exposure to solvents and hydraulic fluids. Broadcast epoxy or quartz systems with high abrasion resistance and optional impact modifiers prevent premature wear and maintain a level surface for jacks and stands. Slip-resistant textures and clearly marked safe zones improve personnel safety during heavy maintenance operations.

Avionics Shops & ESD-Control Areas

Avionics work demands electrostatic discharge control to protect sensitive components. Our ESD/anti-static epoxy systems are engineered to meet specific surface resistivity targets while remaining easy to clean and non-dusting. Combined with color-coded walkway striping and demarcations, these systems help manufacturing and repair facilities comply with quality-control and safety practices.

Parts Storage, Assembly & Fabrication Areas

Storage zones experience heavy pallet loads and forklift traffic. High-build epoxy, polyaspartic or urethane-cement systems deliver an even, dust-free surface that supports racking systems, conveyors and overhead cranes — reducing dust contamination and protecting parts from particulate infiltration.

Airport Terminals, Lobbies & Public Areas

Public-facing areas require a balance between aesthetics and function. Decorative terrazzo-style epoxy, polished resin finishes, and high-gloss epoxy flake systems provide an attractive, easy-to-clean finish for reception areas, while still maintaining the durability required in high-traffic zones.

Flooring Systems We Install — Specified for Aviation & Aerospace

Urethane Mortar (Polyurethane Cement)

Urethane mortar systems are the go-to choice for hangars and heavy-duty MRO bays. With very high compressive and impact strength, rapid abrasion resistance and excellent thermal tolerance, polyurethane cement bonds to prepared concrete and cures to a hard, non-dusting surface. It stands up to fuel, oils and hot washdowns better than traditional toppings and provides long service life in demanding aviation applications.

High-Build Epoxy & Quartz Broadcast

High-build epoxies with quartz or ceramic broadcast are ideal for zones that need abrasion resistance, chemical protection and a slip-resistant texture. When combined with a UV-stable polyurethane topcoat, these systems resist yellowing and provide a cleanable, long-lasting finish for maintenance shops, storage areas and service corridors.

ESD & Anti-Static Epoxy Flooring

For avionics, electronics assembly and test areas we install ESD-dissipative epoxy systems that meet targeted resistance ranges and can be integrated with grounding networks. These conductive and dissipative systems protect components during assembly and testing while remaining fully serviceable for routine cleaning and maintenance.

Polyaspartic & Fast-Cure Systems

Polyaspartic coatings cure rapidly and allow return-to-service in 24–48 hours — an invaluable option for facilities that cannot afford extended downtime. They offer UV-stability, chemical resistance and a high-gloss finish suitable for corridors, smaller service bays and public-facing areas where rapid turnaround is essential.

Decorative & Terrazzo-Style Resin Finishes

Where aesthetics are important — executive hangars, lobbies or corporate display areas — we offer decorative flake, metallic epoxy and resin terrazzo systems. These finishes are customizable, slip-resistant, and retain easy maintenance while delivering a premium look for client-facing spaces.

Waterproofing, Cove Bases & Integrated Drainage

Where moisture management or containment is required, we install waterproof membranes, seamless cove transitions and integrated trench drains. These details reduce contamination risk, keep washdown water contained, and protect sub-surface structures — essential in slab-over-space installations or mixed-use facilities.

Our Installation Process — Engineered, Documented, Reliable

Successful, long-lasting aviation floors begin with the right diagnostics and surface prep. We follow a documented, quality-driven process tailored to your facility and operational needs.

1. On-site consultation & testing: Moisture mapping, conductivity testing for ESD areas, pH and adhesion tests, slab strength evaluation and mapping of existing distress.
2. Substrate remediation: Repair spalls, remove contaminated concrete, saw-cut and seal control joints, install flexible urethane joint systems and correct substrate profile.
3. Surface preparation: Shot blasting or diamond grinding to achieve the specified concrete profile (ICRI CSP) and remove laitance, coatings and contaminants.
4. Primer & base coat application: Apply primers and leveling coats to stabilize the slab and establish a bond for subsequent build-up.
5. System build-up: Install urethane cement, broadcast quartz/ceramic, ESD layers or polyaspartic toppings per the engineered specification. Integrate cove bases, trenches and plate inserts where required.
6. Top coats & finishing: Finish with UV-stable polyurethane or polyaspartic topcoats, apply line striping, logos and demarcations, and verify slip resistance.
7. Testing & turnover: Perform adhesion tests, measure surface resistivity (for ESD systems), confirm coverage rates, conduct final clean and deliver written QA documentation and warranty paperwork.

We coordinate installation windows, traffic control and staged phasing to minimize operational disruption. For airports and active hangars we provide staged installation plans so essential operations remain unaffected.

Case Study — Vancouver International Airport Maintenance Hangar

Situation: A major maintenance hangar at Vancouver International Airport required a full floor replacement after repeated concrete failures, oil staining and contamination that created downtime and safety concerns. The client needed a durable, ESD-capable solution that allowed phased installation to keep some bays in service.

Solution: priorityonepoxyflooring performed forensic slab testing, removed failed topping, repaired spalls and installed a staged urethane-cement system in the heaviest-use bays and a high-build quartz epoxy with ESD-dissipative layers in avionics and parts assembly areas. A UV-stable polyurethane topcoat was applied to public-facing service corridors. We implemented color-coded walkways and safety striping to separate work zones from pedestrian paths.

Outcome: The facility reported a >70% reduction in floor-related maintenance calls, immediate elimination of dusting and improved cleaning times. Avionics staff validated ESD performance to their resistivity targets, and the airport operations team praised the phased approach for allowing continuous operations during the upgrade.

Service Areas — Where We Work

priorityonepoxyflooring installs aviation and aerospace flooring solutions across British Columbia. We mobilize materials, certified installers and site supervisors quickly for scheduled upgrades and urgent repairs in:

• Metro Vancouver — Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam, Delta
• Fraser Valley — Abbotsford, Langley, Chilliwack
• Vancouver Island — Victoria, Nanaimo, Courtenay
• Okanagan & Interior — Kelowna, Penticton, Kamloops
• Northern & Mountain Regions — Prince George, Terrace, Revelstoke

Frequently Asked Questions

What flooring system is best for an aircraft hangar?

For heavy-use hangars, polyurethane cement (urethane mortar) is commonly recommended because of its exceptional compressive strength, impact resistance and thermal tolerance. Broadcast quartz or high-build epoxy systems are excellent for adjacent areas such as maintenance bays, storage areas and support spaces.

Can you install ESD flooring for avionics and test areas?

Yes. We install ESD-dissipative and conductive epoxy systems that meet specific surface resistivity ranges and can be tied into grounding networks. We perform on-site resistivity testing and provide documentation to meet client QA requirements.

How long does installation take and when can we resume operations?

Project timelines depend on scope, substrate condition and the system selected. Fast-cure polyaspartic systems can reopen to limited traffic in 24–48 hours. Urethane cement and high-build epoxy systems usually require several days to reach full service strength. We offer staged installation plans to keep critical bays operational.

Can you install over existing coatings or damaged concrete?

Many coatings can be installed over existing materials, but only after a thorough assessment and proper removal or remediation of failed layers, contaminated concrete or weak substrate. Proper surface preparation (shot blasting or grinding) and necessary repairs are essential for a durable result.

Do you provide warranties and maintenance documentation?

Yes. We provide written warranties on materials and workmanship, plus QA reports, adhesion test results, surface resistivity records (where applicable), and detailed care & maintenance instructions tailored to your chosen system.