Back pains, leg cramps, stiff necks are all problems that we’ve faced before from standing too long at the factory or the office, and from one who has experienced them and sustained permanent injuries, they are no joke and should never be dismissed as one! Anti fatigue matting can help save you from horrific injuries, such as pinched nerves, clotted blood vessels, and inflamed joints, which is why you should vouch for them to your boss to get a few for your fellow workers! But you need to know a few things about them before making a purchase; let’s explore them down below:
Pressure Check
There are various types of anti-fatigue mats, and you should check the amount of pressure they can handle. Some mats are created with higher resistance to pressure and shock-absorbing capabilities that make regular mats look inferior in comparison, such as stall mats for horses or powerlifting by athletes. This is why you need to check on the amount of pressure that the mats can handle to support the various body weights of the workers and allow your boss to buy mats that fit every employee, no matter their shape and size.
Mat Thickness
Each anti-fatigue mat is built differently from the last one since there are many demands around the world with their own unique requirements to fulfill. This is why it is critical for us to check on the thickness of the mats before ordering them to avoid working hazards and accidents due to mismatched of using thin mattings for heavy-duty jobs.
The usual anti-fatigue mats are about one inch in thickness, but some companies prefer using thinner ones because a too-thick mat can be a slipping hazard. Still, it would be best if you compare the two and ask for a sample before making a purchase, so you can be safe and confirm if the mat is appropriate for your working environment and purpose.
Material Quality
Consider buying an anti-fatigue mat to buying a carpet for your home. You need to inspect the material and quality of the product before you commit to the purchase. Maybe you don’t like wool or nylon, then you can ask for other materials that fit your preference. Anti-fatigue mats have many materials to choose from, such as rubber, foam, gel, and vinyl, and each one carries out different durability and texture, so you better do your research and choose carefully on which material you would want your mat to be made from!