In environments where static electricity can lead to costly downtime—or even disaster—surface conductivity isn’t optional. From assembly lines for electronics to explosives storage, the need for reliable antistatic flooring and coatings is critical.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) poses a serious threat in many industrial settings. Even a spark too small to be seen by the naked eye can cause significant damage to sensitive electronic components, interfere with automated equipment, or ignite flammable vapours and dust. This makes antistatic surfaces a key safety measure in:

·    Electronics manufacturing plants

·    Explosive and ammunition warehouses

·    Chemical production lines

·    Data centres and cleanrooms

One of the smartest solutions to this problem is NANO AF EPO‑58, a mixture of bisphenol A/F epoxy resin and 0,5 wt.% carbon nanomaterials from NANO CHEMI GROUP.

NANO AF EPO‑58 is an epoxy-based concentrate modified with approximately 0.5 wt.% carbon nanomaterials, primarily multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). These nanotubes create a conductive network throughout the host epoxy system—even at low concentrations—resulting in a composite that offers both mechanical resilience and ESD-safe performance.

Packaged in 25 kg steel drums, the concentrate is ready for integration into existing epoxy systems used in industrial coatings, flooring, and paints. It is compatible with a broad range of resins, with similar NANO CHEMI GROUP products suitable for providing ESD-safety for polyurethane, polyester, MMA, and even rubber and silicone systems.

Antistatic & Functional Advantages

What sets NANO AF EPO‑58 apart is its multifunctional profile. Its primary benefit is the creation of a controlled dissipative or conductive surface which boosts surface resistance to keep products safe by removing even small amounts of static build-up. However, as this nanotechnology has been designed specifically for use in industry, NANO AF EPO‑58 also imparts other key qualities, offering:

·    Abrasion resistance: Essential for high-traffic warehouse areas.

·    Thermal conductivity: Helps dissipate heat in electronic manufacturing zones.

·    Mechanical strength: Withstands forklift loads, rolling carts, and heavy machinery.

·    Chemical resistance: Enhances durability in spaces exposed to solvents, fuels, or lubricants.

As NANO AF EPO‑58 maintains compliance with industry standards for ESD-safe flooring, it is a products ideal for use in assembly plants, packaging facilities, warehouses, retail spaces, and factories.

The result is not only a safer working environment, but also a property with reduced maintenance costs.

This is due in large part to the lower production and application costs of nanomaterials, as every year, material science is finding cheaper ways to produce nanomaterials, such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, and nanoparticles and apply them in an even more effective manner.

For example, NANO CHEMI GROUP has developed a novel approach to disperse nanomaterials to only the surface of a polymer product—where it is often most needed.

As Lev Lyapeikov, NANO CHEMI GROUP’s Product Development Manager, explains, “In this patented technology, there is no complete melting of the polymer, but only a surface treatment of the polymer granules with a layer of nanoparticles. This technology makes it possible to obtain a high-quality dispersion and distribution of nanoparticles on the polymer surface, thus reducing the consumption of expensive nanomaterials and increasing the efficiency and functionality of nanomaterials in modified materials.”

Ideal Use Cases in Warehouses & Factories

Despite its futuristic application of nanotechnology, NANO AF EPO‑58 is already in use across a variety of high-risk environments:

·    Production lines where ESD-sensitive devices require protective surfaces.

·       Storage facilities for explosive or flammable materials, including the military and mining sectors.

·    Robotic assembly and automated packaging lines, where electronic interference can halt production.

·    Pharmaceutical cleanrooms, where static control is critical to avoiding contamination and equipment malfunction.

·    Data centres, spaces dedicated for the storing sensitive and sometimes irreplaceable information.

In sectors where safety, precision, and up-time are non-negotiable, the materials used in a facility can make a critical difference. NANO AF EPO 58 offers a powerful, cost-effective solution for creating antistatic surfaces that meet the strict demands of modern industrial environments. Its carbon nanotube-enhanced formulation not only protects against electrostatic discharge but also improves mechanical strength, heat resistance, and chemical durability—making it ideal for high-traffic, high-risk areas.

Whether you're safeguarding sensitive electronics, preventing ignition risks in volatile environments, or simply aiming to extend the life of your floors and coatings, NANO AF EPO 58 delivers performance backed by innovation. With the support of NANO CHEMI GROUP’s technical expertise and scalable solutions, manufacturers and warehouse operators can create safer, more efficient spaces—one surface at a time.

Contact NANO CHEMI GROUP today to learn more about integrating NANO AF EPO 58 into your flooring or coating systems, and take the next step toward a static-safe future.

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