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June 2017

Floor Problem Solved at Beer Brewery in Wales

Warped Metal Grilles

Drainage Channels need cleaning daily. Constant Heavy lifting of drainage covers meant that when they are thrown aside they eventually bend and warp and don't sit in the channel correctly.

The Metal Grating was very slippery - A long term solution was needed

GRP Open Mesh Grating from Gripclad was the way forward

Light Weight, simple to fit, very durable and Gripclad cut to size that you want. Loose laid and secure and walked on safely.

We only wanted RED Grating as our company colours are RED. Great Product which should outlast our workers !

"They who drink beer will think beer." -Washington Irving

June 2017

Slips - Trips and Falls are the most common cause of major injuries in Schools ..... Yes, even in the Summer Months !! 

If its slippery - cover it !

Slipping is often associated with the outside on steps in wet and wintry seasons, but slips frequently occur inside the school with spillages from water bottles, around water fountains, hot drink dispensers, in canteens, kitchens, toilets and of course, walked in rainwater from shoes all contribute to potential high risk slip hazards!

Schools and Colleges have a duty of care for its students and staff and identifying the hazards which are simple and easy to prevent, but all too often they are overlooked. 

Making your steps that much safer and free from dangerous slipping means free from any liability.

May 2017

Problem Solved at Olton Golf Club from Mark, Course Manager

What was the problem?

Most of our tee steps and crossing bridges at Olton GC are quite old, with the timber and gripping becoming very worn so we decided to re-build them. We are prioritising the worst ones first and intend to work through, installing a few new ones each season.

What did you look at and how did you come by Gripclad?

I looked at many different samples online but most were far too bulky to use and just not suitable for the job. I stumbled across Gripclad in the Greenkeeping magazine and decided to give them a call to find out more about their anti-slip panels. Having seen a few pictures and testimonials I was confident they would be ideal for the job.

How easy is it to fit Gripclad?

The panels were delivered cut exactly to the size we required and just screwed into the timbers securely. No mess, no hassle.

What has been the result since you’ve installed Gripclad cleats?

The end result was superb with many favourable comments from our members. With still quite a few steps and bridges to re-build I can be confident that the anti-slip panels are a hit and finish the job very effectively

April 2017

Concrete stairwells were becoming very slippery and in need of a safety enhancement with overlay anti-slip covers.

GRIPCLAD ® Retro-fit GRP Anti-Slip Stair Tread Covers with a contrasting edge and integral riser drop nosing was fitted. Regularly used stairwell required contrasting colour edge to define the step edge avoiding any mis-stepping when descending the stairs.

A simple, straightforward safety enhancement on stairwells fitted by a selected contractor local to the work in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. Courtesy of C W ROSS Building Services of Basingstoke.

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March 2017

Outdated metal stairwells with sharp edge metal nosing including slippery stair tread in need of replacement

GRIPCLAD ® Retro-fit overlay complete one piece GRP Anti-Slip Stair Tread Covers with a contrasting edge and integral riser drop nosing was fitted. The contrasting colour edge defines the location of the step edge avoiding any mis-stepping when descending the stairs. The versatility of these covers mean they can be used even where there is minor damage or deterioration to an existing surface.  

Due to the design of the stairs some required "Fan Turn" or " Winder" shape covers in which we were able to produce and replicate.

A simple, straightforward safety enhancement on stairwells.

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