Used in modern offices and other specialized centers like IT data centers, command centers, computer rooms (and even in modern homes), raised floor systems are a special kind of flooring structured on an elevated level on top of a substrate made of concrete slabs. Their main purpose is to facilitate the route of different cables and mechanical services, electrical supply and wiring while concealing them.

But not all raised floor systems are the same. There are different types of raised flooring, including systems made of wood core, that are mostly covered with HPL or PVC tiles to make the floor’s surface wear-resistant. There are also water-resistant raised floors, as well as infill panel floors (these are best maintained if HPL, PVC or carpet raised flooring systems are used). Another type of raised flooring system is the AO floor, which is generally used when dealing with a large number of cables and wires.

Although they greatly reduce the size of the rooms, raised floor systems use floor space more efficiently. Some of the other advantages of raised flooring include:

Cooling. The raised floor systems offer efficient cooling features, which is essential to maintaining the temperature of a workstation or a home. The chilled pipes control the cool air that runs below the floors, helping to evenly distribute the airflow.

Flexible. The flexibility of the raised floors is what has made them so popular. The tiles are lightweight and interchangeable, making them suitable for all kinds of floors. Raised floor systems are especially useful for data centers, where there are frequent modifications and improvements (such as changing or repairing the wires).

Suppression of fire. When there are innumerable electric wires and cables operating around the clock, it is important to protect yourself from short circuits and fire breakouts. The raised floor systems are constructed in such a way that they provide grounding ability through a unique copper grid while maintaining electrical continuity. The flooring has excellent barriers against fire, placed between the afore mentioned equipment and the base cables (additionally, the materials used are non-combustible). Installing fire shut-offs that are automatic is also a good idea, as they can effectively help in preventing fire from spreading.

There are various raised floor system manufacturers that offer different raised floors, made of many materials, dependent on your needs. For a complete renovation, contact a professional in your area for more information.

You can get more information about Raised Floor Systems and Antistatic Flooring by visiting Mantara Construction.