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Slip Resistance Testing

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Slip Resistance Testing – PTV

Slip Resistance Testing – PTV

What is Slip Resistance Testing?

Slip Resistance Testing is carried out using the Pendulum Tester method. The Pendulum Tester measures the slip resistance of a floor surface by replicating the interaction between a moving pedestrian heel and a static surface. The amount of friction is given a pendulum test value indicating either a low, moderate or high slip potential based on the Pendulum Test Value (PTV) value noted.
Why conduct Slip Resistance Testing?

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Pendulum Test Value

Pendulum Test Value

  • Every working day in Ireland more than three people are hurt in work slips (excluding trips and falls)

  • 23% of those who slip are off work for over one month

  • People generally slip on contaminated surfaces/ footwear

  • People generally slip on wet surfaces or wet shoes , not clean dry surfaces

FAQs

No. The new or existing concrete floor, which is usually a standard floor screed 30-35N10, is the concrete that will be polished to the desired effect. The polishing process is carried out on the finished floor slab. There is no other slab that is placed on top of this prior to polishing. If pouring a new floor for polishing, a minimum of 50mm of concrete (suitable for polishing) is required.

The concrete can be sourced from any concrete provider. The colour of the finish that you would like will be dictated by the concrete supplier. A limestone quarry and a sandstone quarry, while having similar technical detail, will produce 2 different colours. A limestone quarry will typically give a light grey coloured finish and a sandstone quarry will typically give a sandy coloured finish. A discussion between Cutsue Ltd and the concrete provider is always be a good idea.

No, we do not have to pour the concrete but Cutsue Ltd would advise a discussion take place between Cutsue Ltd, the client and the company placing the concrete prior to pour. Cutsue Ltd can also pour the floor if the client requests.

At a minimum 4 weeks post placing of the concrete floor. In the case of a new build, Cutsue Ltd would arrive on site after the plastering has been completed and before the 2nd fixing commences.

Yes, provided the floor is level and of good quality. Each project needs to be assessed on its own merits.

As soon as you begin considering polished concrete floors as an option, please give Cutsue Ltd a call to discuss further.

Testimonials

We recently had Martin Cremin and his team complete a large concrete polishing project in our new home, including the entire ground floor, steps to a sunken sitting room, and a large outdoor patio area for outdoor furniture and an enclosed pergola.

The quality of the workmanship was exceptional throughout. The polished concrete has created a beautiful, modern finish inside the house, while the outdoor areas are both practical and visually impressive. Martin and his team were professional, reliable, and paid great attention to detail from start to finish.
We are absolutely delighted with the finished result and would highly recommend Martin Cremin and his team for any concrete grinding, sealing, or polishing work, whether indoors or outdoors.

Audrey & Family, Kinsale, Co. Cork

The service provided by Cutsue was exceptional from start to finish. Martin was highly professional, approachable, and easy to communicate with throughout the project, which is invaluable from a client’s / architect’s perspective. He expertly carried out both the concrete pouring and polishing works, delivering a finished product of outstanding quality.

The polished concrete exceeded my expectations, and the attention to detail was evident in every aspect of the work. I would have no hesitation in highly recommending Cutsue Ltd to anyone seeking a first-class polished concrete finish.

Stephen Burke Associate Director | Architect , Reddy Architecture