Safeguarding Surfaces: A Brief Introduction

The surfaces of a variety of materials, regardless of whether they are located in the field, in a factory, or at home, are exposed to numerous threats from external sources. The most common of these external threats include: abrasion, moisture, chemicals, dust impact, and changes in climatic conditions. Without appropriate Surface Protection, the surface of any material will deteriorate at an accelerated rate, resulting in a greater expense for maintaining safety and longevity of the product. Surface Protection products provide a barrier to protect against external damage and assist in providing long-term durability and good looks with optimal performance.

Different Types of Surface Protection Solutions 

Surface protection solutions cover a broad spectrum of technologies, materials, and methods. Selection depends largely on the nature of the surfaces, the intended usage, and the exposure to environmental factors. Some approaches emphasize the use of physical protective barriers, e.g., films, wraps, or sheets. Other variations involve applying chemical treatments or advanced protective layers such as nanocoatings or smart coatings.

Protective or masking films represent the easiest and most reversible solution to protection against superficial scratches, dust, and minor impacts commonly occurring during the phases of handling and installation of surfaces.

Coatings, by contrast, deliver extended resistance to corrosion, moisture, ultraviolet (UV) rays, and chemicals.

Sealants are absorbed by porous surfaces to make them waterproof and prevent them from receiving dust or dirt. Specialized treatments can increase the heat resistance, flame retardancy, or antimicrobial properties of a surface.

Every surface protection category is designed to address a particular problem. Therefore, the choice of the right solution is a decisive factor.

Sticky Mats Help Keep Work Environments Clean by Controlling Contamination

Sticky mats have multiple layers of adhesive that can be removed as they fill up with dirt. Workers step on the mat, causing dirt and debris to be picked up off the ground and stuck to the mat. The solution provided by sticky mats is ideal for areas that are subject to frequent change due to constant removal and repositioning. Thus, it is an ideal product for applications in dynamic situations such as construction environments.

The use of Sticky mats for construction allows for sanitary exchanges of tasks, raising the standard of professionalism and speeding up the time a construction project takes to get completed.