PA-Traction

Introduction

The slip resistance of PA-Traction coatings was evaluated using a Pendulum Coefficient of Friction (CoF) tester, in accordance with British Standards and UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines. According to HSE criteria, a Pendulum Test Value (PTV) above 36 indicates low slip potential in pedestrian environments.

Testing Methodology

Pendulum Test Values obtained in accordance with BS7976-2:2002

Steel test panels were coated with PA-Traction and subjected to a dynamic wear test using a robotic walking simulator fitted with a standardized footwear sole. To simulate realistic walking patterns—including both linear and directional changes—the panels were rotated incrementally after each robotic step.

PTV readings were recorded at:

· Initial (pre-wear)

· 250,000 steps

· 500,000 steps

· 750,000 steps

· 1,000,000 steps

Both sealed and unsealed coatings were tested under wet and dry conditions.