CONCRETE POURS ON METAL FLOOR DECK

Minimising Risk, Maximising Certainty: SMD’s Single-Source Concrete Floor Solution

In today’s fast-paced construction environment, the demand for greater programme certainty, simplified contract administration, and reduced risk has never been higher. At SMD, we understand these challenges—and have developed an integrated solution to meet them head-on.

Introducing our Single-Source Suspended Composite Floor Package—a comprehensive service that delivers the full concrete floor system in one coordinated package, managed entirely by our in-house experts. This solution brings together the design, supply, and installation of metal decking, shear studs, reinforcement, and concrete topping, offering our clients a smarter, safer, and more predictable way to build.

A Client-Centric Approach to Floor Construction

Driven by customer feedback and market demand, SMD’s single-source package is more than just a bundled service— it’s a carefully engineered process designed to provide complete transparency and control over one of the most critical stages in a building’s structural frame.

By entrusting SMD with the entire slab build-up, clients benefit from:

• A single point of responsibility, reducing the risk of delays caused by miscommunication between multiple subcontractors.

• Improved programme management, as coordination between trades is handled internally by our experienced Concrete Team.

• Optimised cost and time efficiencies, as administrative overheads and variation claims are significantly reduced.

• A consistent quality standard, as all works are delivered under SMD’s trusted procedures and quality controls.

What the Package Includes

Our in-house Concrete Team, comprised of experienced engineers, project managers, and site operatives, delivers a fully managed installation, including:

• Design, supply and installation of structural metal decking systems

• Installation of shear connectors (stud welding) to meet composite performance requirements

• Placement of reinforcement—traditional bar and mesh, or fibre-reinforced concrete options

• Supply, placement, levelling and finishing of concrete topping, tailored to project-specific tolerances and requirements

• Surface regularity surveys to ensure flatness and finish standards are achieved

Every element is aligned to current codes and best practices, giving clients peace of mind that their suspended floor slab is structurally sound, safely installed, and delivered to the highest specification.

Key Benefits

SMD’s single-source concrete solution brings a wealth of operational and commercial advantages:

• Single Point Responsibility - Avoid the headaches of managing multiple trades and interfaces. With SMD managing the full package, there’s one accountable partner ensuring everything fits together flawlessly.

• Programme Certainty - Internal scheduling of trades ensures seamless transitions between work stages, reducing downtime and accelerating project timelines.

• Reduced Contractual Admin - Fewer subcontractor interfaces means fewer contracts to manage, fewer meetings to attend, and fewer risks of variations or disputes.

• Improved Coordination - Our internal teams communicate and collaborate from day one—eliminating common delays associated with poorly managed handovers.

• Surface Regularity Assurance - Flatness and finish are key to slab performance and follow-on trades. Our surface surveys provide measurable assurance and reduce costly remedial works.

• Fibre Reinforcement Options - For projects requiring faster installation and reduced labour, we offer fibre-reinforced concrete as an alternative to traditional bar reinforcement—helping speed up progress without compromising performance.

Built for High Performance Projects

Whether you’re delivering a multi-storey commercial office, a high-rise residential scheme, or an industrial unit, SMD’s integrated composite slab package is designed to support projects where speed, quality and certainty matter most.

Whether you’re delivering a multi-storey commercial office, a high-rise residential scheme, or an industrial unit, SMD’s integrated composite slab package is designed to support projects where speed, quality and certainty matter most.

Let’s Build Smarter, Together

As the construction industry continues to evolve, so do the demands placed on project teams. SMD’s single-source floor solution is not just a response to client demand—it’s a proactive step toward a more integrated, efficient, and predictable construction model.

Contact our Concrete Teams today to find out how we can support your next project, or visit our website to learn more about our complete range of structural floor solutions.

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