Rosenbauer (69): Fire truck on light gray ULTIMA INDUSTRY PURE tiles, glued in place

Use Cases

Fire Truck Workshop: 1,500 m² of bonded slabs designed for extreme loads

  • Client: Rosenbauer
  • Industry: Manufacturing
  • Area: 1 ,500 m²
  • Location: Rhône (69)
  • Date of completion: June 2020
  • Timeframe: 1 week, 2 installers
  • Service: Supply and installation of MOSAIK-FLOOR
  • Base surface: Old concrete

Constraints

  • Fire trucks carrying extremely heavy loads
  • Heated warehouse with sectional doors open to the sun: risk of expansion
  • 1,500 m² of old concrete to be covered

Solution

  • ULTIMA INDUSTRY 7 mm Smooth PURE Light Gray Tiles
  • Bonding the entire floor to prevent damage from loads and expansion
  • Installed by two MOSAIK-FLOOR installers in one week

In brief: Rosenbauer, a specialist in fire truck repairs in the Rhône region, renovated a 1,500 m² workshop in June 2020 using 7 mm smooth, light gray PURE ULTIMA INDUSTRY tiles, which were installed by two MOSAIK-FLOOR installers in one week over existing concrete. The entire floor was bonded to withstand extremely heavy loads and thermal expansion in a warm warehouse with sun-exposed sectional doors.

Rosenbauer (69): Fire truck on light gray ULTIMA INDUSTRY PURE tiles, glued in place
Rosenbauer before construction: old concrete in the workshop

The Initial Need

Rosenbauer, located in the Rhône region, specializes in repairing fire trucks: vehicles with extremely heavy loads that enter, maneuver, and park inside the workshop. The original floor was made of old concrete. Two other challenges existed: a fairly warm warehouse and large sectional doors that, when open, allow the sun to heat the floor directly, posing a risk of the slabs expanding.

The Selected Solution

The 7-mm ULTIMA INDUSTRY tiles, with a smooth finish in light gray PURE, were installed across the entire 1,500 m² area. The installation meets two key requirements: it supports the tiles under the weight and movement of trucks, and it prevents expansion-related movement near sun-exposed doors. The light gray color brightens the workshop and makes it easier to spot parts and leaks. Two MOSAIK-FLOOR installers completed the project in one week in June 2020.

Photos from the construction site

Rosenbauer before the work began: the workshop floor was badly damaged
Rosenbauer before construction: old concrete in the workshop
Rosenbauer: Installing light gray ULTIMA INDUSTRY tiles over the existing concrete floor in the workshop
Rosenbauer (69): Fire truck on light gray ULTIMA INDUSTRY PURE tiles, glued in place
Rosenbauer Workshop: Pathway paved with light gray ULTIMA INDUSTRY slabs between the repair stations
Rosenbauer: Technical Workshop with ULTIMA INDUSTRY Slabs

This Project by the Numbers

  • 1,500 m² of ULTIMA INDUSTRY 7 mm PURE light gray tiles, or approximately 6,000 50 x 50 cm tiles
  • 1 week of installation, 2 MOSAIK-FLOOR installers
  • 100% of the floor is glued down
  • Fire Trucks Under Extreme Loads

Frequently Asked Questions About This Construction Project

Can PVC tiles support fire trucks?

Yes, provided they are glued down: at Rosenbauer, the 1,500 m² of ULTIMA INDUSTRY slabs were glued down to withstand extremely heavy loads and truck traffic.

Why install tile flooring in a warm warehouse?

The heat and sunlight coming in through the sectional doors cause the slabs to expand. The adhesive holds them in place and prevents them from shifting or lifting.

How long does it take to install 1,500 m² of glued flooring?

One week with two MOSAIK-FLOOR installers, working on old concrete.

How many slabs are needed for 1,500 m²?

Approximately 6,000 ULTIMA INDUSTRY tiles measuring 50 x 50 cm, with each tile covering 0.25 m², plus cutting scraps.

Products Used

Do you have a similar project?

Heavy-duty workshop, fire station, or garage: check out the ULTIMA INDUSTRY flooring tiles, the guide on whether to install PVC tiles, the pages on PVC flooring for workshops and industrial flooring, our industrial projects, and all our documented job sites. For a quote: request a quote.

See also: the SDIS 95 and MIDAS fire stations in La Seyne-sur-Mer, which also feature bonded slabs.

Updated on October 20, 2026.

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