Safe basis for ESD protection

Conductive systems with a concept

For more than 20 years, we have been working intensively on the topic of ESD and the prevention of electrostatic discharge in industrial production. Even beyond large production lines, electrostatic discharge is an aspect that is becoming increasingly important. From cell phone repair shops to major car manufacturers, we are in daily contact with our customers and are aware of their wishes and requirements.

These ever-increasing requirements are the basis for driving forward our own product developments in order to achieve the best possible solutions for our customers.

Customer proximity, service and the highest quality are a matter of course for us.

ESD floor covering

Conductive and dissipative floor coverings form the basis of a functioning ESD flooring concept. They ensure that static charges from people, equipment and work surfaces are dissipated across the floor in a controlled manner. Various materials and systems are used – such as PVC flooring with conductive fibers or layers of carbon, vinyl and linoleum flooring with ESD properties, as well as rubber flooring with defined surface resistance. Special SD coatings, lacquers or sealants can also be used to ensure uniform and safe conductivity.

ESD flooring installation

Create safe production and clean rooms in a single step: we advise you on the selection of your ESD flooring system, take care of the professional installation and then carry out all the necessary measurements, including certification in accordance with DIN EN 61340-5-1 – all from a single source.

ESD floor measurements

We set new standards with precise resistance measurement of your ESD floors: our Tera-Ohmmeter service provides point-to-point and point-to-ground measurement data, automatically documents humidity and temperature – so that your systems are operated safely, reliably and in compliance with standards.

2. earthing system

An effective ESD protection environment requires continuous earthing. The floor covering is connected to a central earthing point via conductive elements such as copper strips or earthing conductors. In addition, personal earthing – for example using ESD shoe straps or special ESD shoes in combination with conductive floors – ensures safe potential equalization. Devices, workstations and machines are also integrated into the overall system via earthing cables in order to reliably dissipate electrostatic charges.

3. surface resistance and conductivity

The effectiveness of an ESD floor depends on its defined surface resistance, which is typically between 10⁵ and 10⁹ ohms. The values should be checked and documented regularly in order to ensure the discharge capacity in the long term – this is the only way to guarantee compliance with the relevant standards and the constant protective function.

4. workplace design

Conductive work surfaces are a central component of ESD protection. ESD mats on tables, which are connected via earthing points, prevent charging while working with sensitive components. Additional accessories such as wrist straps, conductive chairs and other earthing aids ensure complete protection. In addition, ESD-prone zones – such as storage and production areas – are clearly demarcated by special floor markings to ensure safe work processes.

5. environmental control

The environment also plays an important role in ESD protection. A relative humidity of around 40 to 60 % significantly reduces the risk of static charges. Triboelectric effects should also be avoided – for example by not using plastic castors, carpets or clothing made from synthetic fibers.

6. testing and documentation

Quality assurance includes regular measurements of the surface resistance and conductivity of the floors. The results should be documented in order to demonstrate compliance with the applicable standards – in particular ISO 14644-1 and IEC 61340-5-1.

In short:

An ESD floor concept comprises a conductive or dissipative floor, reliable earthing, ESD-compliant workplace equipment and a controlled environment. Regular inspections ensure that the protective effect is permanently guaranteed. As an integral part of the ESD protection system, the floor concept makes a decisive contribution to the safety of sensitive electronics.