DSV Park Industrial Flooring

In 2019, DSV began construction of DSV Park in Pomona, Kempton Park, Gauteng. Designed as a strategic, multi-disciplinary logistics hub, the development was one of the company's largest projects in South Africa.

The facility covers an extensive area equivalent to approximately 55 rugby fields and includes an 80,000 m² logistics warehouse, a 32,000 m² cross-docking facility and a 10,000 m² office block, together with 130,000 m² of external concrete hardstands.

Given the scale and operational demands of the development, the internal concrete floors required a durable surface capable of withstanding heavy traffic, impact, wear and abrasion associated with daily logistics and warehouse operations.

A durable dry shake surface hardener was specified for the internal concrete surface beds.

Although Sikafloor®-3 QuartzTop was not part of the original specification, Sika proposed it as an alternative solution. Its proven performance on previous projects and established track record supported its approval for use at DSV Park.

Sikafloor®-3 QuartzTop is a one-component, pre-blended mineral dry shake floor hardener comprising cement, specially selected quartz mineral aggregates and admixtures. Available in different colours, it is designed to improve the surface hardness and wear resistance of concrete floors.

The solution offered several advantages for the project, including:

• Improved resistance to impact and mechanical wear
• Enhanced abrasion resistance
• A durable concrete floor surface suited to industrial and warehouse environments
• A cost-effective flooring solution for large-scale applications

The flooring installation was undertaken by CHC-SA Concrete Floors, using PrimX Jointless Flooring Technology, as part of the wider construction project involving DG Consulting and WBHO.

Sikafloor®-3 QuartzTop (Natural) was applied at a rate of 5 kg/m² using a mechanical spreader. The dry shake hardener was then incorporated into the concrete surface through power floating to achieve a smooth, durable finish.

Following application, the floor underwent a 14-day wet curing period to support proper curing and strength development.

A total of 130,000 m² of concrete flooring was treated with Sikafloor®-3 QuartzTop over a period of just 72 days, despite the additional challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns.

The project delivered an extensive industrial flooring installation designed to withstand the demands of a high-volume logistics and distribution environment.

Sikafloor®-3 QuartzTop provided a durable, wear- and abrasion-resistant concrete surface, offering a cost-effective solution for the operational requirements of DSV Park.

Sika is proud to have contributed to this landmark development, with its flooring solution forming part of the infrastructure supporting one of South Africa's major logistics hubs.