Use this glossary to align HSE, maintenance, and procurement teams on matting terminology. Each entry links to relevant Safe-Flex guidance or documentation.
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25 terms covering hazards, standards, materials, and construction.
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Cushioned matting designed to reduce leg and lower back strain for people standing for long periods. The surface encourages subtle muscle movement to keep circulation active.
Also known as ergonomic matting
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Matting engineered for higher friction underfoot in wet or oily areas. Textured surfaces, grit, or raised patterns improve traction.
Also known as slip-resistant matting
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Materials that reduce static build-up, lowering the chance of sudden discharge. Anti-static does not always provide a controlled path to ground.
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European fire classification standard for construction products, including flooring. It defines how materials perform for flame spread and smoke release.
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Ramp test standard that rates slip resistance of floor surfaces when contaminated with oil.
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Matting with channels or holes that allow liquids and debris to pass through, keeping the walking surface drier.
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A controlled zone where ESD protection measures are in place, including grounded flooring, benches, and handling procedures.
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The sudden flow of static electricity between objects at different electrical potentials. It can damage sensitive electronics or cause process faults.
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Flooring designed to dissipate static electricity through a controlled resistance path to ground. Used in EPAs and electronics assembly areas.
Also known as static-dissipative matting
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Matting formulated to resist ignition and slow flame spread in areas exposed to heat, sparks, or hot work.
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Connecting matting to a verified earth point so static charge can discharge safely and consistently.
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Processes such as welding, cutting, or grinding that create heat or sparks and require elevated fire safety controls.
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International standard for ESD control in electronics manufacturing and handling. It defines requirements for protected areas, including resistance limits.
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Specialist flooring used in factories and warehouses to manage slip risk, fatigue, static control, and contamination.
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Tiles with edge profiles that lock together to create a continuous surface without adhesives. Individual tiles can be replaced if damaged.
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A system made from repeatable tiles or modules, allowing fast installation and easy expansion.
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Oil-resistant rubber compound often used where fuels, oils, or chemicals are present.
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Lattice or hole-pattern matting that allows spillages to drain through while maintaining grip.
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UK slip test that measures the friction of a surface using a swinging pendulum. Higher values indicate lower slip risk.
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Durable, chemical-resistant plastic used in many industrial mats. It can be molded into solid or open-grid formats.
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Slip resistance classification from DIN 51130, reported as R9 to R13. Higher ratings indicate better traction on oily ramps.
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The highest DIN 51130 slip resistance rating, indicating strong performance in contaminated conditions.
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Beveled edge pieces that transition from floor to matting, reducing trip hazards and easing trolley access.
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Matting material made from recycled compounds, often recycled PVC, used to reduce environmental impact.
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Material that allows static charge to bleed off at a controlled rate, typically within a defined resistance range.
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