Open Riser and Closed Stair Tread vs. Closed Riser and Open Stair Tread
There are two distinct styles that have become popular for stair treads made of perforated metals, both for safety and aesthetic purposes. Here we will discuss the benefits of each to help you determine if either style could be beneficial to your application.
According to an article entitled “What is Domestic Rubber Flooring” by Kathleen Kally, “Rubber flooring can have an anti-fatigue feature made for people who stand in one place for a long period of time, such as in a production line for manufacturing. Most rubber flooring is both non-slip and flexible.” Although products such as rubber grating, composite grating and even plastic grating may appear to have durable and slip resistant features that are ideal for industrial and commercial applications, these temporary types of grating are unable to withstand the harsh chemicals and elements that many environments have to offer. Metal grating, combined with a non-slip coating, not only provide durability and slip resistance, but ensures a permanent solution in dusty and slippery environments.
Metal floor grates are a versatile material that may be used for a broad assortment of applications. Floor grates can be used for sidewalk grates, drains, stairs, platforms, trench covers and many others. Different alloys are used in distinctive environments. (more…)
An article titled “Don’t Stumble Over Safety” by Larry Trojak addresses safety issues that often plague the waste management industry. The safety stance within material recovery facilities is examined and proactive steps are commended. Safety guidelines and practices have become more strict in order to protect employees and minimize worker liability costs.
SlipNOT® frequently replaces dangerous steel checker plate assemblies, particularly in the steel mill industry. Due to the constantly slippery, oily environment present in steel mills, a durable slip resistant flooring is required to keep workers safe. Jason Roche, repair coordinator of Nucor Steel said, “SlipNOT® works a lot better, other products we used in the past have broken down or are not slip resistant”. His plant previously had steel checker plate, as do many other steel mills. When asked why the diamond plate was not working well for Nucor he replied, “It was slippery, we have an oil mist that can cover everything”.
Have you ever come close to losing your footing on a staircase? Or even worse, have you ever lost control on slippery stairs and fallen? I am sure that when you grabbed the stair handrails they helped stop the impact of your fall, but they did not allow for you to gain complete control because they lacked non slip surface necessary to keep you upright.
Stainless steel handrails are the optimal choice for stair that require an aesthetically pleasing look as well as a durable and sanitary component. Stainless steel handrails are installed as a safety precaution in order to prevent users from falling off the edge of the stair. A non-slip stainless steel handrail provides an additional safety element to the stairway. High traction handgrips help users maintain balance while walking up and down stairs.
