Epoxy floor coating durability?

[Jim Johnstone]

I'm considering an epoxy floor coating, as I think they look incredible. My concerns are with durability. I will have a mill, lathe, surface grinder in my shop, as well as two bays being used for our daily drivers. I don't want something that is going to look like hell after a few years.

Has anyone had any large heavy equipment on their epoxy floors, and how do they look after a while?

Thanks,
Jim

 

[LegacyIndustrial]

Will you be dragging the equipment across the floor?
Epoxy scratches, it's not a miracle, it's epoxy.

It is easily re-coated later should you damage it.

 

[Jim Johnstone]

Nope, no dragging. Once the machines are in place, I don't see them moving for a very long time. I'm not too familiar with epoxy floors, and want to make sure the weight of the machines won't crack the epoxy over time.

 

[LegacyIndustrial]

I have done many jobs in machine shops over the years.
As long as they weight is evenly distributed you will be fine.
This goes for the rigging company who moves you in too.
To be extra safe wait a full week prior to rolling over.