Anti-slip mats

Anti-slip mats increase safety on smooth surfaces and stabilise loads, equipment and components. In industry and trade, they support safe processes, protect surfaces and reduce material wear caused by unwanted movement.

You can obtain anti-slip mats as a cut to size. This means the format and edge finish match your application exactly – for example for load securing, building protection, floor coverings and general industrial uses. In addition, suitable versions can be selected from the range of rubber mats.

Buy anti-slip mat by the metre

Anti-slip mats by the metre are suitable for variable surfaces and recurring cuts. You determine the length and width according to your requirements and receive a cut piece that matches the structure, substrate and load.

What is an anti-slip mat?

An anti-slip mat is a functional rubber mat with high surface friction. It increases the coefficient of friction between the substrate and the object resting on it and thereby reliably reduces sliding and slipping movements.

Anti-slip mats are used wherever loads are to be secured, movements controlled or surfaces protected. Typical applications are found in transport, in storage and in stationary industrial operation. They are usually manufactured from hard-wearing rubber or rubber granulate with high mechanical load capacity.

Depending on the requirement, anti-slip mats are available in different thicknesses, formats and material qualities. This allows them to be precisely adapted to the load, substrate and purpose.

Areas of application for anti-slip mats

Load securing

A key area of application is load securing. Anti-slip mats are used in lorries, vans, containers and on pallets to reduce the slipping of freight during transport. They increase stability, particularly with heavy or irregularly shaped goods, and support safe processes during loading and unloading with industrial trucks.

Workplace safety

In workshops and production areas, anti-slip mats improve workplace safety. On smooth, wet or oily floors, they reduce the risk of slipping. At standing workplaces, they also help to relieve joints and muscles.

Machine safety

Used under machines and equipment, anti-slip mats prevent unwanted movement during operation. At the same time, they damp vibrations and protect machines and the substrate from damage.

Further areas of application

Transport and logistics: Stabilisation of loads in vehicles, trailers and containers.

Storage: Secure positioning of pallets, boxes and machines in warehouses.

Construction: Protection of sensitive surfaces and secure support for heavy construction equipment.

Industry and production: Vibration damping and stability for machines and systems.

Private use: Protection of floors and furniture during moves or renovation work.

Advantages of anti-slip mats

Anti-slip mats increase safety by reducing the slipping of loads and the risk of slipping on work surfaces. They protect goods, machines and floors from mechanical damage and, through vibration damping, contribute to the longevity of systems.

Thanks to their robust design, anti-slip mats are suitable for permanent use. They can be cut easily, used flexibly and reused multiple times. This makes them an economical solution for many industrial applications.

Further rubber mats in the range

In addition to anti-slip mats, the range includes further rubber mats for different applications, including building protection mats, anti-vibration mats, impact sound insulation and anti-fatigue mats for workplaces.

Technical data for anti-slip mats

The technical properties of anti-slip mats vary depending on the version and purpose. In industrial practice, the following characteristics have become established as typical guide values:

• Material: Recycled rubber granulate or special plastic compounds
• Density: approx. 800–1000 kg/m³
• Thickness: depending on application, approx. 3 mm to 20 mm
• Dimensions: standard formats such as 1 × 1 m or 1 × 2 m, alternatively as roll goods
• Weight per unit area: depending on thickness, typically approx. 8–20 kg/m²
• Colour: predominantly black, optionally with coloured flecks
• Slip resistance: R10 to R13 in accordance with DIN 51130, depending on surface and material
• Temperature resistance: approx. −30 °C to +80 °C
• Water absorption: below 3 % after 24 hours, depending on material
• Shore hardness: approx. Shore A 60–70

Synonyms for anti-slip mats

Depending on the area of application, standardisation or material, anti-slip mats are listed under different designations. Common synonyms are:

• slip protection mat
• load securing mat
• anti-vibration mat
• rubber granulate mat
• slip-resistant underlay
• securing mat
• transport mat
• rubber mat
• anti-slip mat
• anti-slip mat

Regardless of the designation, all these variants fulfil the same purpose: they increase safety and protect loads, machines and surfaces by reducing unwanted movement.

What makes an anti-slip mat a suitable product for industry and trade?

An anti-slip mat is suitable for industry and trade if it meets the high mechanical, chemical and safety-related requirements of these areas of application. In demanding working environments, reliability, load capacity and permanently high functionality are particularly important.

High slip resistance under demanding conditions

In industrial environments, moisture, oil, dust or chemicals often act on floor surfaces. A high-quality anti-slip mat offers high friction even under these conditions and ensures a secure hold for people, machines or loads.

Robust and durable material

For industrial use, hard-wearing rubber compounds, PVC or special polymers are primarily used. These materials are abrasion-resistant, resistant to mechanical loads and retain their properties even under continuous use.

High load capacity and compressive strength

Anti-slip mats are often used under heavy machines, equipment or in areas with high traffic. A suitable mat withstands high point and area loads without permanently deforming or losing its anti-slip effect.

Protection of personnel and operating equipment

Anti-slip mats contribute significantly to occupational safety by reducing the risk of slipping and falling. At the same time, they protect machines, equipment and substrates, as they damp impacts and vibrations.

Chemical and oil resistance

In many industrial applications, oils, greases or chemical substances are used. An anti-slip mat suitable for industry and trade remains functional even on contact with these media and shows high material resistance.

Adaptability and flexible processing

Industrial and commercial areas differ greatly in size and structure. Anti-slip mats can generally be cut easily and adapted to individual requirements. This makes them suitable for different areas of application and changing uses.

Temperature resistance

Industrial environments are often exposed to strong temperature fluctuations. High-quality anti-slip mats retain their elasticity and slip resistance both at low and at elevated temperatures.

Cost-effectiveness in continuous operation

Thanks to their long service life, reusability and low maintenance effort, anti-slip mats represent an economical solution. They help to reduce accident costs, repairs and downtime.

Compliance with relevant norms and standards

For industrial use, compliance with common standards, for example for slip resistance in accordance with DIN, is an important quality factor. Certified anti-slip mats offer additional safety and meet the requirements of modern industrial and commercial operations.

An anti-slip mat is therefore considered a suitable product for industry and trade if it reliably combines safety, load capacity and longevity and can be flexibly adapted to different operating conditions.

Frequently asked questions about anti-slip mats

What is an anti-slip mat?

An anti-slip mat is a functional mat with high surface friction. It reduces the slipping of objects, machines or loads on smooth or movement-prone substrates.

Where are anti-slip mats used?

Anti-slip mats are used in transport, in storage, under machines, at workplaces and in industrial and commercial environments. They are also used in the private sector.

How does an anti-slip mat work?

The mat increases the coefficient of friction between the substrate and the object resting on it. This reduces sliding movements and ensures a secure hold.

What materials are anti-slip mats made of?

Anti-slip mats are usually made of rubber, rubber granulate, PVC or special plastic compounds designed for high adhesion and mechanical load capacity.

Are anti-slip mats suitable for damp environments?

Many anti-slip mats are water-resistant and retain their anti-slip properties even in moisture, for example in workshops or outdoors.

What thickness do anti-slip mats have?

The thickness varies depending on the area of application. Usual thicknesses are between a few millimetres and several centimetres, depending on load and application.

Can anti-slip mats be cut?

Anti-slip mats can generally be cut easily to the desired size and flexibly adapted to different surfaces.

How are anti-slip mats cleaned?

Cleaning is usually carried out with water and a mild cleaning agent. For heavier soiling, material-compatible industrial or all-purpose cleaners are suitable.

How long is the service life of anti-slip mats?

The service life depends on material, load and operating conditions. With proper use, anti-slip mats are designed for long-term use.

Where can anti-slip mats be ordered?

Anti-slip mats can be ordered directly from our range, either as a standard format, by the metre or as an individual cut piece.

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