Anti-Skid/Slip Coatings
Anti-slip coatings are used to improve the frictional characteristics of a surface whether it be a road, a factory floor, pontoon, ships deck, steps or any area where there is a risk of slipping or skidding.
These involve the application of a layer of ‘high friction’ aggregate to the surface being treated. This aggregate is firmly bonded to the surface by a resin adhesive and different combinations of resin and aggregate virtually all situations can be dealt with.
This type of system is known as “coat and scatter” and is a feature of most of the systems manufactured by Optus. The resin slurry effectively bonds the aggregate to the surface being treated and this has a thickness that varies with the size of aggregate being used.
A clear or coloured seal coat is often applied to the surface of the anti-slip coating to maintain its visual appearance and to make it easier to clean.
Eurogrip
An anti-slip system suitable for use on roads, bridges, multi-storey car parks, airports, boat decks and in many other areas where a heavy duty solution is called for. Eurogrip can be applied to concrete , asphalt, steel or timber. It is a fast curing, 3 component anti-slip system that is suitable for aggregate sizes ranging from 0.5 to 3mm. The slurry is applied with a notched squeegee following which the aggregate is broadcast onto the surface. In most but not all cases the aggregate adopted is calcined bauxite and this is sourced separately. Optus will advise on aggregate size, type and supplier.
The main attributes of Eurogrip are:
- Fast cure (2 to 2½ hours at 20oC) resulting in only minimal disruption on site.
- Cures down to 5oC.
- Solvent free.
- Flexible.
- Can be used on concrete, asphalt, timber and metals.
