A Multinational Oil Refinery Benefits from Kemtile’s Single-Source Solution

Kemtile, a division of Stonhard, has successfully delivered a “single-source” solution for a multinational food and beverage (F&B) brand at its edible oil refinery in the North West of England,.

A global food, agriculture, financial and industrial products company upgraded flooring in one of its edible oil refineries after recent equipment and process changes. The previous epoxy-based resin floor had deteriorated through constant exposure to edible oils, creating the need for a more durable solution.
The brand chose Kemtile for its strong reputation in food and beverage flooring, experience in replacement projects and its single-source service with Stonhard, supported by an established international relationship with the client.
Over two months, Kemtile removed the existing finishes and 450m2 of eroded, contaminated screed, installed bespoke stainless steel drainage channels and laid new concrete to falls. The surface was then finished with Stonclad UT, a heavy-duty polyurethane system suited to demanding refinery conditions.
Stonclad UT offers high impact, abrasion, thermal shock, thermal cycling and chemical resistance, making it well suited to food and beverage environments and other areas needing a HACCP-accredited flooring system.
A spokesperson for the brand said Kemtile was selected for its quality, reliability and single-source service, adding that the new floor would withstand harsh refinery conditions and support smooth operations.
Despite restricted access, numerous tanks and equipment, and tight timescales, the project team completed the work on time.
George Morton, Account Manager at Kemtile, said the project showed the team’s ability to work safely and effectively in an oil-contaminated area filled with tanks and equipment while still meeting the deadline.
Kemtile also provided a full warranty with annual post-completion visits and said the chemical-resistant flooring system would deliver long-term durability, helping the refinery operate safely and efficiently.