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Softening the deck

New Tuff Spun Deck is the latest addition to the range of anti-fatigue mattings, from international matting manufacturer Plastic Extruders Ltd. The new matting is specially designed to provide slip protection, comfort underfoot in working environments.

Tuff Spun Deck is a hard-wearing, anti-fatigue matting which combines a closed cell PVC foam base with heavy duty wear layer top surface. The embossed vinyl checker plate wear layer surface provides added traction as well as being abrasion and puncture resistant.  A benefit of Tuff Spun Deck is that it’s manufactured in one single composition with different colours to the wear layer and underside. This means that not only is it bonded perfectly but also has the added advantage of being more competitively priced than traditional mattings manufactured from dual materials.  It is ideal as a durable, slip resistant surface in areas where workers spend extended periods of time standing. Continue reading...

Banking on Grip Rock

The Dutch bank Rabobank Nijkerk in Amersfoort has recently solved a major safety problem with slip resistant Grip Rock matting. The bank had a serious issue with customers slipping on the ceramic tiled ramp which leads up to the entrance. The problem was particularly acute with rain and snow.

To solve the problem, Dutch Plastex distributor, Madico recommended and installed Grip Rock, the high performance all-weather solution which is both quick and easy to install. This is one of a range of mattings supplied by Plastic Extruders. Continue reading...