Walking safely, without slipping
Steps and walkways
FILS expanded metal steps and walkways are slip-resistant:
- they allow safe movement in critical, wet or slippery environments
- they help prevent risks of slips or falls because they guarantee more stability
They are legally compliant with regard to the load capacities defined for each intended use. They are available off-the-shelf in different sizes. Customised products can be manufactured to meet customer requirements.
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FAQ
To classify the anti-slip properties of floor coverings, German standard DIN 51130 tests each covering at 5 different angles of inclination in order to find the angle at which slipping begins. A material is deemed to have a low coefficient of friction when feet start slipping when the test ramp is set at a small angle.
| Slip angle |
Slip resistance classes |
| <= 6° | Not classified |
| 6° < α |
R9 |
| 10° < α |
R10 |
| 19 < α |
R11 |
| 27° < α |
R12 |
| > 35° | R13 |
Fils gratings guarantee excellent anti-slip properties according to rigorous certification tests carried out by notified European certification bodies.