Prepared & Specialty Foods · Plant-Based Protein
Plant-Based Protein Floors for Extrusion, Forming and Packaging
Plant-based meat and dairy alternatives use processes as demanding as the products they replace. High-moisture extruders run hot, plant oils and protein slurries coat the floor, tofu and tempeh lines run wet and warm, and allergen changeovers demand floors that clean completely. PumaCRETE urethane concrete flooring handles the heat, oils and washdown in one seamless system.
248°F
Maximum service temperature
Seamless
Allergen-ready cleaning
0.6–0.9
Wet coefficient of friction
5-yr
Written warranty
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What plant-based production does to a floor
Extruder heat and steam
High-moisture extrusion and cooking put heat and steam on the floor. Thermal zones get the 3/8-inch system.
Plant oils and fats
Coconut, canola and other oils used in formulations soften coatings and make floors slick. Urethane concrete resists oils.
Protein slurries
Pea, soy and wheat protein slurries dry hard and build up in cracks. A seamless, sealed surface cleans back fully.
Allergen changeovers
Soy, wheat and nut allergens require verified cleaning between products. There are no joints for residue to hide in.
Fermentation and cultures
Tempeh, plant-based cheese and yogurt use cultures that produce acids. PumaCRETE resists organic acids.
Protein powder dust
Dry ingredient handling releases fine dust. A seamless floor sweeps clean and supports dust housekeeping.
Recommended system by zone
One urethane concrete system, configured for the room you’re standing in. Thickness, texture and cove are set zone by zone. Add 1/8 in for integral cove.
| Zone | Recommended system | Key exposures |
|---|---|---|
| Dry ingredient handling | 401-HF, 1/4 in | Protein powder dust, forklift traffic |
| Mixing and hydration | 401-HF, 1/4 in + cove | Slurries, oils, washdown |
| Extrusion and cooking | 401-HF, 3/8 in (thermal) + cove | Heat, steam, oils |
| Forming, cutting and marinating | 401-HF, 1/4 in + cove, slip-grade | Oils, flavorings, constant wet |
| Tofu, tempeh and fermentation | 401-HF, 1/4 in + cove | Warm water, acids, humidity |
| Freezing and packaging | 401-HF, 1/4 in (cold cure) | Cold, condensation, cart traffic |
Installing in a growing plant
Expansion-friendly
New lines and expansions can be installed while existing lines run, with dust contained at the source.
Built for repeat cleaning
Integral cove and slope-to-drain are included so allergen washdowns finish clean.
Cold rooms stay cold
Freezing and cold storage rooms can be installed at 35°F.
Food safety and audits
- Meets FDA current good manufacturing practice: floors that can be adequately cleaned and kept in good repair (21 CFR Part 117)
- Seamless surface supports allergen cleaning and changeover verification
- Aligned with SQF, BRC, IFS and FSSC 22000 audit expectations
- OSHA-compliant slip resistance (wet coefficient of friction 0.6–0.9)
Performance data
| Property | PumaCRETE 401-HF |
|---|---|
| Compressive strength | 9,500 psi (ASTM C579) |
| Tensile strength | 1,450 psi (ASTM C307) |
| Flexural strength | 3,200 psi (ASTM C580) |
| Bond to concrete | Exceeds substrate (ASTM D7234) |
| Abrasion resistance | 0.06 g loss (ASTM C501) |
| Impact resistance | >160 in-lb (ASTM D2794) |
| Service temperature | -40°F to 248°F |
| Thermal shock | Pass, boiling-to-ambient cycles |
| Wet coefficient of friction | 0.6–0.9 (tunable) |
| Vapor pressure tolerance | Up to 25 lbs through the slab |
| Minimum install temperature | 35°F (operating coolers) |
| Standard thickness | 1/4 in (3/8 in in thermal zones) |
Standard 1/4-inch PumaCRETE 401-HF system. Full test data is on the technical data sheets.
Three ways to buy, direct from the manufacturer
Every system on this page is made by PumaCRETE and sold direct, with no distributor markup.
Buy the materials
Urethane concrete, primers, topcoats and cove kits shipped direct from the manufacturer to your plant. No distributor markup.
Buy it installed
Turnkey installation by factory-trained crews, with material and workmanship warranties from a single source.
Train your own crew
A factory-employed PumaCRETE trainer certifies your maintenance team or local contractor on your slab: prep, mixing, troweling, cove and testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plant-Based Protein Floors FAQ's
Often, yes. Extrusion heat, oils, washdown and allergen cleaning are just as demanding. We size thickness and texture to each room.
Yes. We specify 3/8 inch around extruders and cookers. The system is rated for service up to 248°F.
With no joints or cracks, allergen residues can be fully removed during changeovers, which supports your verification swabbing.
Yes. A seamless floor that cleans completely is especially valuable where lines change products often.
EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE
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Get a no-obligation site assessment. We review your rooms, chemistry, temperatures and production calendar, then deliver a written specification and budget within five business days.
