A Easy Guide to Selecting Anti Fatigue Mats3591007
Anti-Fatigue matting is a term used for any type of matting that provides you comfort when standing on the mat. This kind of matting is important in applications where you might be standing for lengthy periods of time operating machinery, serving clients or just common activities. Another significant benefit when utilizing Anti fatigue matting is the insulation from cold floors which can otherwise have a detrimental effect on the feet and legs.
There are many various kinds of mats in this category but generally they come in either ready made mats or in lengthy rolls which are cut to a custom length.The most popular type of material used is of course rubber - though Foam Vinyl and PVC are other popular supplies used.
To figure out the kind of Anti Fatigue mat you need firstly you need to determine the atmosphere you will be in. Is it going to be wet, dusty, fragments of something getting on the mat, is there oil and grease present etc.
In circumstances where there are liquids, dust, shavings or fragments etc present it would be preferable to have a mat with holes in it to allow the slip hazard to pass through the mat. If there is grease and oil about it is suggested to use a Nitrile rubber mat rather than just a common purpose rubber. If you are in a fairly clean atmosphere then a "strong surfaced mat" or mat that has no holes in it would be appropriate.
The surface pattern on Anti fatigue mats can vary significantly from big raised bubbles to a completely smooth surface nevertheless 1 factor generally remains constant - Anti Fatigue mats by their very nature require to compress to be effective and consequently are relatively thick. This thickness or "mat height" can occasionally add a trip hazard so many pre-made mats will have rolled or ramped edges about the entire perimeter.
1 of the main factors in creating your choice regarding which style would be most suitable would be the individuals standing on the mat - are there going to be shoes with heels, if so, then raised bubbles may not be appropriate. Are there going to be trolleys or carts moving more than the mat, then a mat with a wide tapered edge will be the answer. Will there be a slip hazard due to dust, shavings or moisture, then a mat with holes or deep recesses will be the way to go.
