According to the ISSA, 15 feet of entrance matting can prevent 80- 90% of the dirt that is tracked in by foot traffic. Typically, this rule of thumb of 15 feet of matting is achieved through a 3-mat system of three 3’x 5’ mats. The main function of entrance mats is to remove the elements off shoes to prevent dirt, dust, and moisture from being spread throughout your facility.
Entry Mats have a proven ROI for Building Managers
According to ISSA, the leading trade association for the cleaning industry worldwide, entry mats can provide a positive ROI to building managers. Entry mats are necessary to keep buildings clean of dirt and moisture. However, these items should be considered an investment rather than just a necessary commodity. Read More ▸
Mats with a Message
One of the services Crown offers its customers is to design and then manufacture what are called image mats. These are typically found at the entrances of hotels, office buildings, restaurants, retail locations, schools and universities, inside and outside grocery stores, even industrial facilities. Now, more than ever they are being used for social distancing. Read More ▸
ThermoGrip Eliminates Mat Curling and Provides Antimicrobial Solution
Slips, trips, and falls are some of the leading causes of what are called "unintentional injuries" among adults. Every 11 seconds, an adult is treated in an emergency room due to a slip and fall and every 19 minutes, and older person dies due to a fall. Read More ▸
Clean and Healthy Hotels Start With High-Performance Floor Mats
Hotels are typically bustling areas. One of the best ways to keep these busy properties clean and healthy is by the proper installation and care of floor mats. The following guidelines below should help hotel managers as well as housekeepers know where to place mats. Read More ▸
Keeping Mats Clean Makes Your Facility Healthier and Productive
The astute facility manager knows just how vital mats are. They keep dust, soil, moisture, and grit outside, keeping the inside of their facility cleaner and healthier. Read More ▸
Building Managers Should Think Twice About “No Thought About It” Mats
Many building owners and facility managers decide to rent their floor mats because they don’t have to think much about it. In most cases, rental mats are selected based on appearance, and that’s about all. Read More ▸
Busy Facilities Need the Most Effective Matting Systems Available
According to Statista, a research organization, there are more than 5,100 public airports in the U.S. As of 2017, the five busiest in the country – Hartsfield-Jackson in Atlanta, Los Angeles International, O'Hare International, Dallas/Fort Worth International, and Denver International - are used by more than 16 million people every year. Read More ▸
Important Questions to Ask Before Selecting Mats
Building administrators are charged with asking several key questions before they select floor mats for their facilities. This may come as a surprise to many, because there is a widespread belief that mats are, well, pretty much all the same. That could not be further from the truth. Read More ▸
Matting by the Numbers
Many cleaning contractors and facility managers are unaware of the fact that there are lots of numbers associated with building entry mats. For instance, here’s one: 500. Read More ▸