From Design Concept to Fully Installed Composite Floor in Just 14 Days

In industrial and infrastructure construction, speed without compromise is a decisive competitive advantage. The ability to move seamlessly from design approval to a fully installed, load-bearing floor—in days rather than weeks—can determine whether a project stays on programme or falls behind.

A recent project in Avonmouth, UK exemplifies this capability. Concrete Structures & Floors (Concrete SF) delivered a high-specification composite steel decking and concrete floor system for SPEC Projects, supporting their end client Grundon Waste Management—all within a strict 14-day turnaround.

This project demonstrates precisely why an integrated supply-and-fix flooring model is now the preferred solution for modern UK industrial and waste management facilities.

Project Snapshot: Avonmouth Industrial Flooring Excellence

Client: SPEC Projects
End Client: Grundon’s Waste Management
Location: Avonmouth, Bristol, UK
Scope of Works:

• Supply and installation of 120 m² CMF MetFloor 60
• Full reinforcement package
• Structural concrete pour and finishing

Critical Constraint:
A two-week window from order confirmation to full installation—requiring total alignment between design, logistics, steel decking installation, and concrete placement.

The Challenge: Delivering Under a 14-Day Programme

In industrial construction terms, a 14-day end-to-end flooring programme is exceptionally tight. There is no margin for design delays, material lead-time issues, or trade coordination failures.

To meet the deadline, Concrete SF deployed a fully integrated delivery model, allowing complete control over:

• Structural decking specification
• Reinforcement detailing
• Concrete grade, depth, and curing
• On-site sequencing and labour coordination

This eliminated the friction and downtime commonly associated with split-package subcontracting.

Why CMF MetFloor 60 Was the Optimal Solution

For the Avonmouth facility, CMF MetFloor 60 was selected for its structural efficiency, speed of installation, and long-term performance in demanding industrial environments.

Key Performance Advantages of MetFloor 60

Exceptional Span Capability
The 60mm trapezoidal profile delivers high structural strength, enabling reduced propping requirements and faster progression on site.

Optimised Concrete Economy
Its profile geometry minimises concrete volume without sacrificing load capacity—reducing dead load while maintaining performance under heavy operational use.

UK Fire Compliance
MetFloor 60 meets stringent UK fire resistance standards, a critical requirement for waste management and industrial buildings.

Compatibility with Reinforced Concrete Systems
When combined with correctly specified reinforcement and concrete, MetFloor 60 forms a robust composite floor system suitable for high-traffic plant and machinery.

How the Deadline Was Achieved

Meeting the programme required precision at every stage:

Rapid Design Finalisation

Close collaboration with James Raggett at SPEC Projects ensured design parameters were agreed immediately, avoiding iterative delays.

Logistical Accuracy

Concrete SF leveraged its national supply chain, ensuring steel decking, reinforcement, and concrete arrived exactly when required—not early, not late.

Integrated On-Site Delivery

Because Concrete SF supplied both the steel decking and concrete works, there was:

• No handover delay
• No trade interface risk
• No accountability gaps

The result was a continuous workflow from deck placement to final concrete finish.

Why Integrated Supply & Fix Outperforms Split Packages

Many projects still separate steel decking and concrete into multiple contracts. The Avonmouth project illustrates why this approach is increasingly outdated.

Single Point of Accountability

One contractor owns the floor system from steel profile selection to concrete curing, eliminating disputes and ambiguity.

Precision Reinforcement Placement

Correct reinforcement positioning is critical for industrial durability. Integrated delivery ensures reinforcement is installed exactly as designed—before the pour, not corrected after.

System-Level Performance

By managing the entire flooring entity, Concrete SF ensures:

• Deck gauge
• Span design
• Reinforcement specification
• Concrete strength and depth

…all function together as one engineered system, not disconnected components.

FAQs: Industrial Steel Decking & Concrete Flooring

How long does steel decking installation usually take?

Programme length depends on total square metreage and complexity. However, composite steel decking systems like MetFloor 60 are significantly faster than traditional shuttering. The Avonmouth project was completed under an accelerated 14-day programme.

Does Concrete SF operate nationwide?

Yes. While Concrete SF has strong regional experience across South Wales, Bristol, and Avonmouth, we operate nationwide across the UK.

MetFloor 60 vs MetFloor 80 – what’s the difference?

MetFloor 60 offers an excellent balance of span capability and concrete depth. MetFloor 80 is typically specified where longer spans and minimal propping are critical.

Are these systems suitable for waste management and heavy industry?

Absolutely. This project for Grundon’s Waste Management demonstrates our ability to deliver high-durability flooring capable of supporting heavy plant, vehicles, and industrial operations.

How do I request a quote for a rapid-turnaround project?

Contact:

• Aaron (Steel Decking): aaron@concretesf.co.uk
• Sean (Concrete): sean@concretesf.co.uk
• Telephone: +44 (0)1639 632800

Final Takeaway

The Avonmouth project proves that speed, precision, and structural integrity are not mutually exclusive. With the right systems, expertise, and integrated delivery model, Concrete Structures & Floors consistently delivers industrial flooring solutions that meet aggressive programmes without compromising quality.

For contractors, developers, and specifiers working under programme pressure, this is not just an advantage—it is essential.

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