Improved Safety and Functionality with Toughlock Flooring Solution
Product: Toughlock Tiles| Ramped Edging
Application: 616.5 Square Meters of Concrete Flooring
Project: John Crane’s Northern Service Centre in Manchester
The Challenge
Date Installed: 25th of March 2023
Product: Dark Grey 7mm Textured Toughlock Tiles
Area Covered: 616.5 square meters
Application: Floor Covering
John Crane’s Northern Service Centre in Manchester required a flooring solution that would improve workplace safety and appearance. The concrete floor was slippery, creating potential slip hazards for staff working in the facility. Cromwell, working with COBA, sought a solution that would not only enhance safety but also be quick to install without disrupting normal business operations.
The Solution: Textured Toughlock Tiles
COBA’s Toughlock Tiles were selected as the ideal solution for this site. These interlocking PVC tiles are designed to provide excellent slip resistance, making them perfect for environments like John Crane’s service centre, where safety is a top priority. The tiles’ textured surface ensures that personnel are protected from slip accidents, even in high-traffic areas. Learn more about slip resistance by reading our ultimate guide on anti-slip mats.
Max Proudlock, Sales Account Manager at COBA, assisted Cromwell by visiting the site to assess the project needs. After evaluating the space, Max recommended the Textured Toughlock Tiles as the ideal solution and helped with the measurements to ensure the correct amount of tiles are provided and wastage is considered.
Why Textured Toughlock Tiles Are Ideal for Concrete Surfaces
Concrete floors can be slippery and hard underfoot, leading to fatigue and slip hazards. Learn more about the impact of workplace fatigue by reading our full buying guide.
The Textured Toughlock Tiles offer a cushioned, slip-resistant surface that improves comfort and safety, reducing the risk of accidents and providing a more supportive and ergonomic environment compared to working on concrete floors all day.
Efficient Installation
A total of 2,466 tiles were installed to cover 556 square meters of the service centre’s flooring. The interlocking system of the tiles allowed for a quick, seamless installation with minimal disruption to John Crane’s day-to-day operations. To enhance safety further, ramped edging strips were added around the edges to prevent tripping hazards and provide a smooth transition from tile to floor.
Results and Customer Satisfaction
John Crane was extremely satisfied with the finished result. The interlocking vinyl matting now provides a safer, tidier workspace, transforming a hazardous concrete floor into a professional, non-slip surface in just five days.
Customer Testimonial:
“The team from COBA measured up and quoted the job within 1 working day. Working with Cromwell and COBA was a pain-free process. The approach was professional and cost-effective, delivering the least disruptive solution. In just 5 days, we went from a slippery concrete floor to a much safer, tidier space. Many thanks to all involved!”
– John Crane
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