Why does ESD matting need grounding?
Without grounding, static charge cannot dissipate safely. Grounding provides a controlled path to earth.
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Industrial Matting Glossary
Grounding
Connecting matting to a verified earth point so static charge can discharge safely and consistently.
Performance
Why it matters
- - Required for ESD control in protected areas.
- - Uses dedicated grounding points and connectors.
- - Should be verified with resistance testing.
Typical uses
- - ESD floors and bench mats.
- - Static-sensitive workstations.
- - Electronics assembly and test areas.
Documents to request
- - Ask for grounding layout guidance and components.
- - Confirm testing method for resistance to ground.
- - Include grounding checks in maintenance routines.
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Safe-Flex context
Spec support for Safe-Flex by Ergo Advantage.
Maximum Matting supplies Safe-Flex by Ergo Advantage and helps UK teams specify the right surface, documentation, and layout. Share your hazards and we will return a tailored spec pack and plan.
What we need from you
- Hazards present (oils, static, heat, standing time).
- Traffic types (pedestrian, pallet trucks, forklifts).
- Standards or test values required by HSE or insurers.
- Photos, drawings, or a simple sketch of the area.
FAQ
Common questions about Grounding.
How do you verify grounding?
Use a resistance meter to check the path from the surface to ground. Results should fall within your required range.
Can grounding be added after installation?
Yes. Grounding points and cords can often be added to an existing layout, but a qualified installer should confirm the approach.
Compare suppliers
Evaluate Grounding suppliers without the noise.
We keep comparisons factual and spec-based. Use the comparison pages to review scope, documentation, and support, then request samples for like-for-like evaluation.
General Industrial & Anti-Fatigue Matting
COBA Europe
- - One of the most established UK matting names (safety matting since 1979)
- - Very wide range: anti-fatigue, entrance, industrial and ESD
- - Flagship Orthomat anti-fatigue line with many surface variants
- - Fatigue-Step rubber tiles use 80% recycled content
Anti-Fatigue & Ergonomic Flooring (US-made)
Wearwell
- - Category pioneer — anti-fatigue/ergonomic flooring since 1950
- - In-house US manufacturing (Smyrna, Tennessee) for supply control
- - Limited Lifetime warranty on flagship ErgoDeck tiles
- - Sustainability options (FOUNDATION tiles are 100% recycled polypropylene)
Interlocking PVC Industrial Floor Tiles
Ecotile Flooring
- - Privately-owned UK manufacturer, founded 1996 (Made in Britain member)
- - ISO 9001 injection-moulding plant in Luton/Bedfordshire
- - Durable PVC interlocking tiles in 5mm, 7mm and 10mm
- - Blue-chip client list (Rolls-Royce, Bosch, Amazon, MoD)
Heavy-Duty PVC Garage & Ground-Protection Tiles
Duramat UK
- - UK business (Essex) specialising in PVC garage/workshop tiles
- - Solid 7mm and cavity 12mm honeycomb tile designs
- - Wide range incl. ground/grass protection (DuraPark)
- - Multiple tile sizes (50cm, 40cm, 30cm)
ESD / Anti-Static Specialist
Bondline Electronics
- - Dedicated UK ESD/anti-static specialist since 1986
- - Full EPA range: matting, wrist straps, packaging, garments, test gear
- - States conformance to BS EN / IEC 61340-5-1
- - UK manufacturing capability plus long-term UK manufacturing partner
Online Matting & Workplace-Safety Retailer
First Mats
- - Broad multi-brand range (3,500+ products) from one supplier
- - Strong customer reviews and fast UK dispatch
- - Custom logo mats produced in-house in the UK
- - Trade pricing and bulk options for procurement teams
Entrance, Logo & Industrial Matting Supplier
Mats Nationwide
- - Family-owned UK supplier with deep mat-industry experience (since 2008)
- - Strong custom/printed logo mats with no minimum order
- - Free fast UK delivery and NFSI high-traction options
- - Approved supplier to many blue-chip organisations
Commercial & Industrial Matting Supplier
Mats4U
- - Long-established (parent Denis Rawlins Ltd, since 1981)
- - Majority of mats manufactured in the UK, made-to-order
- - Free UK delivery, satisfaction guarantee and 365-day returns
- - Wide, well-segmented catalogue across many sectors
Warehouse & Workplace Equipment Retailer
BiGDUG
- - One-stop B2B supplier (storage, racking, flooring & mats)
- - Own-brand value lines alongside specialist brands (COBA, Wearwell)
- - Published bulk/volume pricing on own-brand mats
- - Backed by international parent TAKKT; 3-year warranty on Essentials range
Specialist Entrance & Industrial Flooring
Jaymart
- - Long-established family-run UK supplier (since the 1960s)
- - Very broad specialist range (~500 ranges of mats and flooring)
- - Bespoke sizing and logo-in-mat manufacturing service
- - Free samples, UK-wide site visits and technical advice
Flexible PVC Extruded Matting
Plastex
- - UK manufacturer since 1963 (Wickford, Essex); designs own products & machinery
- - ISO 9001 certified continuously since 1993
- - Published, third-party-tested specs (DIN slip, EN fire ratings)
- - Broad specialised range (30+ products) for wet, hygiene & industrial areas
Washable Entrance & Dust-Control Matting
Kleen-Tex
- - Heritage manufacturer (group founded 1967; invented launderable rubber-backed mats)
- - Products designed for professional laundering/textile service
- - Recycled-content options (Super-Mat uses 100% ECONYL nylon)
- - Strong logo/custom-print capability and multi-year guarantees
Industrial & Anti-Fatigue Matting (US/EMEA)
NoTrax
- - Established matting manufacturer (brand since 1948; now Justrite)
- - Strong modular interlocking systems (Cushion-Ease, Niru)
- - Specialist nitrile rubber options for oil/chemical resistance
- - NFSI-certified slip resistance and fire-retardant variants
Premium Anti-Fatigue Mats (US-made)
WellnessMats
- - Single-piece 100% polyurethane construction (no curl, no delamination)
- - Industry-leading 20-year warranty
- - Hygienic, non-toxic materials (ASTM-G21 antimicrobial)
- - ADA-compliant bevelled no-trip edge with non-slip surfaces
Broad-Line Workplace Equipment Distributor
KAISER+KRAFT
- - One-stop B2B catalogue (~75,000+ items) incl. matting
- - Stocks recognised specialist brands (COBA, NoTrax)
- - UK site with GBP pricing and frequent promotions
- - Scale and buyer terms (up to 15-yr guarantees, 30-day returns)
Ergonomic Mat Specialist
Ergomat
- - Bubble mat profiles
- - Global brand
- - Industrial hygiene focus
Modular Interlocking Tiles
Ergo Deck
- - Wearwell brand
- - Interlocking tile system
- - Wet area applications
Related glossary terms
Explore more performance terms.
Performance
Anti-static
Materials that reduce static build-up, lowering the chance of sudden discharge. Anti-static does not always provide a controlled path to ground.
Performance
EPA (Electrostatic Protected Area)
A controlled zone where ESD protection measures are in place, including grounded flooring, benches, and handling procedures.
Performance
ESD (Electrostatic Discharge)
The sudden flow of static electricity between objects at different electrical potentials. It can damage sensitive electronics or cause process faults.
Performance
Hot works
Processes such as welding, cutting, or grinding that create heat or sparks and require elevated fire safety controls.
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Share floor photos or a CAD drawing and we’ll return a costed layout, product documentation, and a RAMS pack—matched to your hazard zone, footprint, and shift pattern.
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Two origin routes. One specification process.
UK-made Safe-Flex for modular industrial zones and European-made M-Series for anti-fatigue and ESD mats.
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