Slips and trips often occur in industrial work areas and are among the most common causes of workplace injuries. In most cases, the type of surface of a specific area is an important factor in slipping accidents: Floors may be wet, dirty or uneven. To ensure these areas are safeguarded, it needs to be treated with a durable industrial non-slip flooring solution. But before investing in a product, it is important to consider all factors; Knowing what kind of industrial non-slip coating product will be best suited to specific conditions of a workplace surface will improve its effectiveness and reduce unnecessary costs of...

The feature that makes tiles so convenient to clean also makes tile floors extremely slippery. Extra tile glazing and wet conditions can make it even worse. Luckily, there is a way to know how ceramic or porcelain tiles will perform under different conditions which can avoid dangerous slips even before you purchase the tiles. The coefficient of friction (COF) and the dynamic coefficient of friction (DCOF) slip ratings can tell you how slippery a tile will be in a variety of conditions. Some of the biggest tile manufacturers in the country, such as DalTile and Emser Title, recommend the DCOF...

Wooden floors are a popular option for many home and business owners because of its beautiful appearance and versatility to work well with almost all interior decor. However, wooden floors can be slippery and can cause occupants in the home or workplace to slip and injure themselves. Wooden floors may not be slippery once installed but can become slick due to regular use of cleaning products, wax build up or high-gloss finishes. If you’re a home or business owner, sleek wooden floors can become a major issue over time; Not only can it lead to loved ones or employees injuring themselves...

When you own or manage a business, your customers' safety is your biggest priority. This requires you to safeguard all areas of your business, including all surfaces. Many businesses overlook the importance of testing floor types for slip resistance and do not realize the safety risk involved. Thousands of slip accidents occur every year and often lead to serious injuries, large hospital bills and even court cases. To avoid this, a slip test is required to test the slipperiness of the surface. According to the test, a non-slip solution can then be obtained.  What exactly are slip tests?  Ensuring that...

SlipDoctors recently tested a specific type of ceramic tiles' slip resistance after it was treated with Anti-slip Spray for Fiberglass and Acrylic. This non-slip spray provides a hard, textured finish to help prevent slip-and-fall accidents. It can be used on both interior and exterior floors and is designed for areas where water is present or slippery conditions exist.  The ceramic tile was tested using the Pendulum Dynamic Coefficient Of Friction test. This test works through a calibrated “foot” swinging from a horizontal point of release, striking the surface for a known distance then reads the “pendulum test value” on its overswing....