Floor sealing in an operating theater: a look behind the scenes

In today's professional world, technical specifications and precise designs play an essential role - especially in sensitive areas such as operating theaters. The following field report provides a detailed insight into the complex process of sealing the floor in the clinic on Lake Constance, in which the conductivity of the floor played a central role.

Initial situation and first steps

The clinic’s original operating theater floor was planned to the highest technical standards: dissipative, with copper strips under the flooring that were connected to the building’s cabling. Conductive PVC panels were laid on top, which were welded to ensure a continuous surface. Coved plinths were installed on top to comply with the operating theater specifications. So far, everything was going according to plan. However, over time, various changes and measures were made that had a lasting impact on the progress of the project. A 2-component sealant was applied, whose properties in terms of conductivity could no longer be reproduced at this point. The fact that this seal had a yellow color makes it clear that the focus here was less on technical specifications and more on aesthetic considerations. A final measurement of the discharge capacity was not carried out.