What is a Mark II slip test?
What is a Mark II slip test?
The test machine SR Max Slip Resistant Shoes has chosen for our standardized tests is the Mark II. Testing done on the Mark II machine generates a coefficient of friction number. The coefficient of friction measures the resistance between the walkway surface and the shoe sole material moving over it.
What is the standard for slip resistance?
“Slip resistance” is defined under ASTM C 1028 as being 0.6 (level) – 0.8 (ramp) with a wet testing surface.
How is slip resistance tested?
Flooring is tested using a tribometer (floor slip resistance tester) to discover if there is a high propensity for slip and fall accidents on it, either dry and/or (most often) when wet with water or lubricated with other contaminants such as kitchen grease, hydraulic oil, etc.
What does SRA mean in safety shoes?
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The Slip-Resistant Sole Codes and What They Mean Slip resistance is classified via the following codes which indicate where the shoes have been tested on and thus, their level of slip resistance… SRA – Tested on ceramic tile floor wetted with a diluted soap solution.
What is ASTM D2047?
ASTM D2047 is the basis of the testing of floor “waxes” (floor finishes) for slip resistance under laboratory conditions. It involves the James Machine with a leather friction pad measuring static friction, and specifies that all testing must be performed dry.
What does DCOF 0.42 mean?
This rating is called the Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF). According to modern DCOF AcuTest results, receiving higher than a 0.42 DCOF rating on level surfaces means there is a high slip resistance potential and therefore a low probability of slipping.
What does R10 slip resistance mean?
• R10 Anti Slip Rating – Options that possess R10 anti slip ratings will provide minor to moderate resistance to slipping, making them ideal for use in hallways, kitchens, and other living spaces including bathrooms.
What is S2 safety shoes?
S2 safety shoes always have a water resistant leather upper (WRU) part of the shoe. Besides the water resistant leather upper S2 safety shoes also have a steel or composite toecap which is tested to be able to take an impact of at least 200 Joules and a compression force of 15kN.
Is SRA better than SRC?
SRC is currently the top rating for slip resistance under the EN ISO 20345:2011 standard and requires passing both the SRA and SRB test for it to achieve the rating.
What is pendulum test?
The pendulum test assesses the friction offered by a floor surface when a foot comes into contact with it. It can measure slip potential of both dry, wet and contaminated flooring.