How to Replace Internal Warehouse Drainage Channels

How to Install a Reinforced Concrete Pad for Security Infrastructure

Concrete pads are essential for:

• Card reader islands

• Barrier systems

• Access gates

• Substation equipment

Step 1: Utility Checks & CAT Scan

Never excavate blind.

Benefit:
Avoids service strikes and delays.

Step 2: Excavation & Sub-Base

• Excavate to depth

• Install compacted MOT Type 1

• Check levels

Benefit:
Prevents future settlement cracks.

Step 3: Reinforcement Installation

Reinforcement mesh:

• Controls cracking

• Increases load capacity

• Improves durability

Spacers ensure correct cover depth.

Benefit:
Extends slab lifespan significantly.

Step 4: C40 Concrete Installation

C40 concrete provides:

• High compressive strength

• Resistance to vehicle loading

• Industrial-grade durability

Proper curing is essential.

Benefit:
Reduces long-term cracking and maintenance.

4️⃣ How to Replace Internal Warehouse Drainage Channels

Internal warehouse drainage must withstand:

• Forklift impact

• Chemical exposure

• High cleaning frequency

Step 1: Controlled Shutdown Planning

• Dust containment

• Area tenting

• Segregation

Benefit:
Protects stored goods and compliance standards.

Step 2: Precision Cutting & Breakout

Clean edges prevent slab weakening.

Benefit:
Reduces crack propagation.

Step 3: Install Chemical-Resistant Channels

Industrial channel systems must:

• Maintain proper fall

• Handle chemical runoff

• Support stainless steel gratings

Benefit:
Improves hygiene and drainage reliability.

Step 4: Reinstate with Fibre-Reinforced Concrete

Fibre reinforcement:

• Reduces cracking

• Improves load distribution

Benefit:
Handles forklift wheel pressure effectively.

Correct Methodology

1. Controlled shutdown

2. Dust containment

3. Precision cutting

4. Breakout

5. Chemical-resistant channel installation

6. Fibre-reinforced concrete reinstatement

Why This Is Important in Food & Manufacturing Units

Poor drainage leads to:

• Standing water

• Slip hazards

• Hygiene risks

• Regulatory non-compliance

FAQs – Internal Drainage

Q: Can drainage be replaced without shutting down the warehouse?
Usually a partial or phased shutdown is required to maintain safety and curing time.

Q: What is fibre-reinforced concrete?
Concrete containing fibres that improve crack resistance and durability.

Q: How long does replacement take?
Typically 3–7 days depending on scope.