Best Mats for Industrial Manufacturing Centers

Best Mats for Industrial Manufacturing Centers

Industrial manufacturing centers produce a variety of goods, including fabricated metal, printing and publishing, stone, clay, glass, concrete, aerospace materials, furnishings, food and beverages, construction equipment, transportation devices, and wholesale goods. Given the magnitude and scope of these products, large machinery, assembly lines, and ample space is required to keep manufacturing flowing smoothly. But, with […]

Tips for Avoiding ADA Lawsuits

Slip and fall lawsuits are not the only thing property owners and facility managers must concern themselves with in 2014. According to reports issued by Facilitiesnet.com, there has been a rise in alleged violations against the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), each of which carries the cost of $5,000 or more. First created in 1990, […]

2012 Slip and Fall Accidents Cost Businesses $13 Billion

Slip and fall accidents cost American businesses an estimated $13 billion, according to figures gathered by the Liberty Mutual Research Institute (i). Published in the 2012 Workplace Safety Index (WSI), these alarming numbers indicate that businesses might significantly benefit from more rigorous risk assessments, facility maintenance, commercial safety matting/ floor mats, and ongoing training to […]

Tips for Preventing Workplace Injuries

Manpower still remains as the most irreplaceable commodity in business.  Finding excellent workers is not an easy process.  It is in a company’s best interest to motivate and protect their employees.  The success and failure of any enterprise is closely linked to their employees’ satisfaction level.  Happy and healthy workers are productive workers. A company’s […]

Safety First: Businesses Prepare for Holiday Shopping Season

Safety First- Businesses Prepare for Holiday Shopping Season

The season for tinsel, snow, and shopping has finally come!  With the heavy-duty shopping season already among us, businesses must cope with the increasing foot traffic, wet conditions, and pressures to keep the spirits bright in their establishments.  While we revel in the joyous spirits, let us pause for a moment and think of safety. […]

5 Best Ways to Improve Safety at Work

5 Best Ways to Promote Safety at Work

Striving to improve safety at work pays a number of dividends to business owners.  For one, a safe workplace enhances overall productivity.  Members of organizations that commit to employee safety feel more comfortable and confident in their environment, two key drivers towards efficient productivity.  Moreover, businesses that proactively seek to identify and prevent dangerous situations […]

Best Mats for Gas Stations

Durable Mats for Gas Stations

Rubber mats are in high demand for most retail outlets, and in no scenario is that more true than fuel dispensaries like gas stations.  Gas stations are heavily trafficked each and every day, and most locations adopt a 24/7 operating policy simply to fuel the seemingly never-ending demand for gasoline and other convenience items.   In […]

3 Reasons to Choose ADA Compliant Mats

3 Reasons to Choose ADA Compliant Mats

U.S. Congress enacted the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 to put an end to discriminatory hiring and management practices in both private and public sectors.  The ADA is seen as a landmark civil rights victory for a growing population of Americans who suffer with physical or mental impairments that may substantially limit everyday […]

Runners vs. Mats

Mats vs. Runners

True, the difference between an entrance mat and an entrance runner is subtle.  Generally speaking, entrance ‘mats’ are no larger than 5’x10’, though custom over-sized mats that exceed these dimensions exist.  Runners, on the other hand, may run upwards of 50’ in length.  Given this basic difference in size, it is helpful to remember that […]

5 Things to Consider Prior to Buying New Mats

5 Things to Consider Prior to Buying New Mats

Eagle Mat and Floor Products has proudly served the Washington D.C. Metro area for over 30 years.  In that time, we have forged countless relationships with businesses of many different sizes and verticals.  From national real estate development companies to local retail outlets, our client base includes a diverse variety of businesses that each has […]