Food Processing and Food Service Matting Solutions
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Index and Guide Notrax® Matting Pictograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Notrax® Product Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Notrax Mats for Professional Use . . . . . . . . 4/5 Benefits of Anti-Fatigue Matting . . . . . . . . 5/6 Food Processing and Food Service Matting Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/9 Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Sani-Trax™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sanitop Deluxe™ Red . . . . . . . . 10/11 Cushion Ease™ Red . . . . . . . . . . 10/11 Skystep™ Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/13 Sanitop™...

Notrax® Matting Testing & Pictograms All Notrax® Floor Matting Products are subject to rigorous testing by independent laboratories prior to their introduction to the market. Our Product Testing Charts show the following relative comparisons between the Notrax® mats featured in each category of this brochure: Example Product Testing Chart PRODUCT TESTING Wear resistance Slip resistance Anti-fatigue Wear resistance Indicates the time it takes for a mat to lose its functionality. This is an accelerated wear test where the results are expressed in total weight loss of material when subjected...

Notrax® Mats for Professional Use Notrax® offers the perfect solution for standing workers because unlike any other industrial safety matting manufacturer, we understand the difference of perceptions of workers as well as the variety of workplace conditions that exist. We therefore design and manufacture the largest range of safety matting to provide the right solution.

Founded in 1948 by Charles J. Wood (far right). Notrax® is often referred to as one of the pioneers in anti-fatigue matting design and manufacturing. This is not surprising because since our founding in 1948, we have been committed to making quality products and optimizing processes. Anti-fatigue mats come in various types and materials for industrial or commercial applications. Most anti-fatigue matting is a combination of an ergonomic pattern and a cushioning underlay. The cushioning causes constant subconscious balance checks and micro movements that stimulate blood flow through the legs...

Benefits of Anti-fatigue Matting In many industries, employees are required to work while standing, walking and/or carrying loads. Experts agree that matting can significantly improve productivity and employee satisfaction while reducing absenteeism and chronic illnesses related to long term standing.

How Anti-Fatigue Matting Works Scientific Support How an anti-fatigue mat works is well described in an article that was published in the April 1999 issue of “Occupational Health & Safety”, written by James M. Kendrick: “Anti-fatigue mats are engineered to make the body naturally and imperceptibly sway, which encourages subtle movement by calf and leg muscles. This promotes blood flow and keeps it from stagnating in the veins, which causes workers to feel fatigued.” Early studies such as Morgora (1972) showed that the incidence of lower back pain was highest in those workers who stood...

Food Processing and Matting Solutions Preparation and food handling is the most critical area to be vigilant about food safety for HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) standards in commercial kitchens and food production facilities, but also food operators, including importers, manufacturers, packers, distributors, retailers, food services and institutions.

The OSHA (Organization for Safety & Health Administration) cites “prolonged standing and repetitive or prolonged motions such as reaching, lifting, and chopping while preparing food in food preparation areas as one of the hazards for kitchen workers. Static postures may occur as workers continuously stand in one position while chopping or preparing food, causing muscle fatigue and pooling of blood in the lower extremities. The OSHA recommends employers to provide anti-fatigue mats in addition to avoiding static postures. Kitchen workers often work in areas with extreme temperatures, cold...

Wet/Dry and Greasy Areas - Food Processing and Food Service Mats Rubber Duckboards Food service anti-fatigue matting provides the optimum combination of comfort, anti-slip surface, drainage capacity, quality and durability, as well as oil/grease resistance. Made of tough rubber compounds, designed to yield a long service life. Aggressive slip resistant surface. Recommended uses: • Wet or oily/greasy areas – food processing, professional kitchens, bars

563RD Sanitop Deluxe™ Red Non-shifting: heavy weight keeps mat in place. Ergonomic benefit derived from 20 mm thick worker platform. Large drainage holes and raised studs provide aeration and allow fluids and debris to fall through, leaving the surface clear. Bevelled ramps are available to reduce trip hazards. Cleaning with detergent and water-jet is recommended for extended service life. Specifications: • 75% nitrile rubber compound, resistant to oils and greases • Overall thickness: 20 mm • Weight: 12.3 kg per m2 Colours: • Red Stock sizes: • 91 cm x 152 cm Accessories: • Connectors for...

Wet/Dry and Greasy Areas - Food Processing and Food Service Mats Ergonomy on Slippery Floors These mats are designed to meet individual food industry requirements. Ergonomic benefit derived from a thick worker platform made of a tough yet resilient nitrile rubber compound that is resistant to vegetable oils and greases. Anti-slip surface provides sure footing. Bevelled edges prevent tripping on the mat. Cleaning with detergent and water-jet is recommended for extended service life.

458 Skystep™ Red Standalone rubber mats have a gritted surface pattern with ergonomic bubble to provide maximum fatigue relief while maintaining its anti-slip properties. The mat is designed to suction to the ground to prevent the mat from sshifting, and trap air in its chambers to create an ultimate cushioning effect while keeping the mat lightweight. Specifications: • 75% nitrile rubber compound, resistant to oils and greases • Overall thickness: 13 mm • Weight: 10 kg per m2 Recommended uses: • Dry greasy areas – food processing, food packaging, food preparation areas and bars Stock...