Sika is redefining the standard in epoxy flooring with its latest breakthrough in VOC reduction technology. The newest generation of Sikafloor® solutions delivers high-performance systems engineered for modern regulatory and environmental demands—without sacrificing quality or application flexibility.
Developing new products is always a challenge—especially when it comes to combining complex requirements from various markets while simultaneously creating sustainable solutions. With the new products Sikafloor®-150 Plus (primer) and Sikafloor®-264 Plus (self-leveling system, roller coating), this has been successfully achieved. Thanks to a strong interdisciplinary team and innovative approaches, Sika is setting new standards in the field of epoxy flooring.
Across global markets, epoxy flooring systems have often required a wide range of formulations to meet regional and application-specific needs. Our new epoxy platform changes that. By consolidating multiple variants into a single, adaptable system, we've significantly reduced product complexity while maintaining versatility in use—from roller coatings to self-leveling floors.
This streamlined approach not only simplifies logistics and inventory management but also aligns with our commitment to operational efficiency and sustainability.
VOC reduction is at the core of this innovation. Through advanced formulation design, we’ve cut the proportion of non-reactive diluents, resulting in a dramatic drop in volatile organic compound emissions.
This technology complies with the latest regulations from the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), eliminating the need for H360 labeling—typically assigned to substances classified as hazardous to reproduction. That means safer products for installers, better indoor air quality, and peace of mind for clients and specifiers.
A key aspect of this new development was the reduction of VOC emissions (volatile organic compounds). This was achieved by adjusting the formulation to reduce the proportion of non-reactive diluents. The product’s performance was carefully aligned with the new environmental standards.
Sikafloor® - 264 Plus meets the new regulatory requirements by the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and eliminates the H360 labeling, which is assigned to substances that are hazardous to reproduction. This proactive adjustment gives Sika a competitive advantage.
The new Sikafloor® technology features an innovative amine building block for curing epoxy resins. This component improves flow and reduces viscosity, making the coatings easy to apply and ensuring even coverage. Compared to conventional hardeners, it requires significantly less thinner and cuts VOC emissions by up to 90%. It enables ultra-low VOC formulations and allows for higher use of mineral fillers—lowering costs and supporting sustainability. The amine building block was developed by Sika, is produced by BASF, and has now been commercialized.
With the new regulation for epoxy reactive diluents, there was a need for an unfilled epoxy primer without H360 labeling. Customers who did not accept this new labeling urgently required an alternative. The team responded swiftly and developed a new solution that was available as a field test product shortly after the regulation was announced. This allowed Sika to immediately offer a safe alternative to its customers.
Similar to Sikafloor® -264 Plus, Sika used the regulatory change as an opportunity and rapidly developed a more sustainable primer solution. The result is a system build-up that is completely H360-free, meeting the growing demands for environmental and health protection.
Setting New Standards in Epoxy Flooring
Sika’s commitment to innovation goes beyond product development. It’s about delivering smarter, safer, and more sustainable technologies to the construction industry. With this latest advancement in our Sikafloor® technology platform, the company is setting a new benchmark for what epoxy flooring can achieve.