A Simple Guide to Selecting Anti Fatigue Mats7991874
Anti-Fatigue matting is a term utilized for any type of matting that gives you comfort when standing on the mat. This kind of matting is important in applications where you may be standing for long periods of time operating machinery, serving clients or just common activities. Another significant benefit when using Anti fatigue matting is the insulation from cold floors which can otherwise have a detrimental impact on the feet and legs.
There are numerous various types of mats in this category but generally they come in either ready produced mats or in long rolls which are cut to a custom length.The most popular type of material utilized is of course rubber - though Foam Vinyl and PVC are other popular materials utilized.
To determine the type of Anti Fatigue mat you require firstly you require to identify 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 and so on.
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 permit the slip hazard to pass via the mat. If there is grease and oil around it is recommended to use a Nitrile rubber mat rather than just a common objective rubber. If you are in a fairly clean environment then a "strong surfaced mat" or mat that has no holes in it would be suitable.
The surface pattern on Anti fatigue mats can differ significantly from large raised bubbles to a completely smooth surface however one factor usually remains continuous - Anti Fatigue mats by their very nature require to compress to be efficient and consequently are fairly thick. This thickness or "mat height" can occasionally add a trip hazard so numerous pre-produced mats will have rolled or ramped edges about the entire perimeter.
One of the main elements in making your choice concerning which style would be most suitable would be the people 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 over 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.
