In some parts of the world, showing someone the bottom of your shoe is a sign of extreme disrespect. It’s easy to understand why. The soles of our shoes are, for lack of a better word, gross. All day long, they come in contact with all types of dirt, mud, moisture, debris, and a whole […]
Walk-off mats are sometimes called scraper mats, but those are just synonyms for commercial entrance mats that are designed to scrape the bottoms of shoes as people walk into a commercial space. There are several reasons you need entrance mats: The office or commercial space looks better if people aren’t tracking dirt and water throughout […]
Having proper mats is important all year round. But it’s especially important in the winter when slips, trips, and falls skyrocket. It’s also surprising to note that 70 percent of these falls are on level ground. If you’re going to get mats for your business premises, then get good ones. High-quality mats look better, last […]
Waterhog floor mats are well-known among slip and fall safety professionals as an excellent tool for tough dirt, grime, and moisture control. To the layman, Waterhog mats likewise stand out for being heavily textured, firm, and colorful mats. They are implemented by a variety of businesses to achieve both safety and hygiene goals. From commercial […]
Rubber scraper mats are among the most effective products for controlling dirt and moisture accumulation. For most small to medium sized businesses, these indoor/outdoor rubber mats are the ideal combination of simplicity and function. Available in a wide array of sizes, scraper mats are best positioned just outside an entryway to aggressively stop dirt, grime, […]
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is the most commonly used material in polyester products, including clothing fibers, liquid containers, glass fibers, and thermoforming for manufacturing. Although a mass-produced component of everyday materials used by consumers, PET is difficult to recycle into food and beverage containers because it is somewhat porous and the heat required to eliminate residual […]
As the seasons change, so should your facility management strategies. After all, weather-related accidents that manage to infiltrate your interiors can cause slip and fall accidents, harmful air pollutants, and expensive interior damage. Consider the following summer occurrences, how they can compromise your facility’s safety standards, and what you can do to prevent related issues. […]
In today’s article, our editorial staff examines 2 popular products for facilities looking to improve safety and facility cleanliness: Walk off mats, and recessed mat grill systems. Below, readers are invited to answer our questionnaire to determine which mat is best for their business location. Walk-off mats are generally made using some combination of 4 […]
Accidents in the workplace can be prevented. These incidents can be avoided with the proper proactive safety precautions that protect everyone in a work environment. Mindful property owners and business take the time to assess the risks within their premises in order to take the necessary measures to promote a safe and protected facility. Because […]
The Eagle Mat team is often asked a simple question: What are walk-off mats, and how are they different from entrance mats? The answer is equally simple: They are one and the same. The term “walk-off mat” is used to describe an entire category of commercial floor mats that either scrape or wipe debris from […]
