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What does Coefficient of Friction mean?

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What does Coefficient of Friction mean?

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Coefficient of Friction or COF is the measure of traction provided by the surface of the mat. It is a measurement of force that must be exerted before an object slips. Therefore, the higher the number, the better the traction. OSHA recommends a COF of .5 in dry areas and .25 in wet. The ADA recommends .6 on flat surfaces and .8 on ramps Our GritWorks!® products are the best Wearwell® mats to use in slippery areas. GritWorks!® – This is our line of abrasive-coated, molded rubber mats. They are the only gritted, molded rubber anti-fatigue mats on the market. The grit system provides an exceptionally high level of traction (40% higher than OSHA recommendations) and is featured on all of our abrasive coated mats including Grit-Top Comfort Deck® No. 461.