There is an article in the August 2018 edition of Facility Safety Magazine, “Clearing the Air on Floor Testing” by Craig Stephenson regarding slip resistance on walkway surfaces. The article discusses three basic methods of testing friction on a walkway surface: static coefficient of friction, dynamic coefficient of friction, and the articulated strut devices.
What are the best slip resistant decking materials for a USDA washdown pasta factory where water pooling is possible? I have seen one with deposited molten metal (such as SlipNOT and ALGRIP), fiberglass (such as Chemgrate) and diamond plate.
Are any of these testing methods applicable in these environments, and what rating or results should I look for in a suitable decking material?
What are the best slip resistant decking materials for a USDA washdown pasta factory where water pooling is possible? I have seen one with deposited molten metal (such as SlipNOT and ALGRIP), fiberglass (such as Chemgrate) and diamond plate.
Are any of these testing methods applicable in these environments, and what rating or results should I look for in a suitable decking material?
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