Mezzanine Floors - Advice and Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the Top 10 questions our clients ask about mezzanine floors when considering material handling, raised access and storage solutions.

1. What are the size restrictions for mezzanine floors?

There are no size, shape or height restrictions, and all of Davicon’s mezzanine floors can be supplied with multiple tiers if required. Davicon mezzanine floors are customised to suit the specific end-user/site requirements.

2. How long does the mezzanine floor installation process take from order to completion?

The normal project timetable is as follows:

Week 1 - Detailed site survey
Week 2 - Design and production of general arrangement (GA) drawing
Week 3 - Client approval of design and GA
Week 4 - Structural steel manufacture
Week 5 - Mezzanine installation

The flowchart below shows the 'typical' process that we follow:

Davicon's 8-step process to defect-free mezzanine flooring.

3. Do I have to arrange for local authority approval myself?

No, Davicon will take responsibility for obtaining all building control and fire regulation approval.

4. Can I ensure approval of the mezzanine floor design before I commit to placing my order?

Yes. Should you wish to take this route we will require a purchase order for design, drawings and calculations to submit to the local authority. This process typically takes 2 weeks and usually costs less than £1,000.

5. Can I change the design at any stage?

Design modifications can be introduced during the first 2 weeks, although this may result in additional delay and cost once structure steelwork is completed.

6. Do I have to arrange the floor installation myself?

The client has the option of floor installation using his own resources but Davicon recommends that it has this responsibility using its own fully accredited and trained mezzanine floor installation teams.

7. What happens if there is an installation issue on site?

Each mezzanine floor installation is assigned to a specific Davicon project manager who has full responsibility throughout the process. This individual is the first point of contact for the client in all circumstances.

8. I am considering a mezzanine floor as one alternative in my development project. Is there a guideline cost that I could use for my feasibility study?

Costs will depend on the size, loading and specification of the floor. Davicon and its Partners can provide fast track budgetary quotations for feasibility studies on request.

9. Can Davicon also arrange the installation of stairways and other add-ons?

Yes. Typical additional access flooring requirements include: stairways, handrails, pallet gates, cat ladders and wear plates.

10. How can I best prepare for the arrival of the Davicon mezzanine installation team?

Provide clear and unrestricted access to the area along with utilities and services.