Pump Screed Systems
Cementitious pump screeds are a type of floor screed made from a cement-based mixture that can be pumped mechanically into place. They're commonly used in commercial, industrial and residential construction for levelling floors before installing final floor finishes like tiles, wood, vinyl, carpet etc and before the application of resin flooring systems
Characteristics
A cementitious screed is comprised of:
- Cement (usually Portland cement)
- Fine aggregates (sand)
- Water
- Admixtures (optional, to improve flow, strength, or drying time)
When labeled as "pump screed," it means the mix is designed to be:
- Pumpable using a screed pump or floor screed machine
- Self-leveling or easy to spread
- Applied faster than traditional hand-laid screeds
- Admixtures (optional, to improve flow, strength, or drying time)
Key features
Pumpable
Can be transported by hose over long distances and heights
Fast Application
Ideal for large surface areas, saving time and labour
Consistent Mix
Machine-mixed for uniformity and fewer defects
Thin or Thick Layers
Suitable for layers from ~5mm to 80mm or more, depending on the product
Quick Drying Options
Some blends are rapid-setting and allow floor coverings in less than 24 hours
Low Shrinkage
Reduced risk of cracking compared to site-mixed screeds
Typical applications
Pump screed systems are typically used in the following applications:
Commercial buildings
Offices, retail stores, shopping centres
Residential homes
Flats and houses
Warehouses and industrial spaces
Factories, distribution centers, storage facilities
Renovation projects
Upgrading old floors to modern standards
Underfloor heating systems
As they encase UFH pipes easily
Please visit our Marine Division for marine flooring and marine deck coverings
Gallery
A selection of recent pump screed system installations.
The ERS difference
We use the latest technology to ensure our quality control is top of the range including sophisticated tests for adhesion and slip resistance.
Our application techniques involve using top quality tools and highly trained staff to ensure the job is completed to the highest possible standard.
