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Safety-Walk
Conformable anti-slip surfacing, black ( Ref 510 )
Technical Data
TD 472 B Issue 2 Date : January 02
Supersedes : TD 472 A – July 99
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Description : Product Requirements :

Dynamic coefficient of
The product consists of abrasive Property Value friction :
particles bonded by a tough, durable Test method • MIL-D-17951E
polymer to aluminium foil. The re- Colour : Black Ships Spec.
verse side is coated with a rubber Applied thickness ➀ : Surface Condition Value Mini
based pressure sensitive adhesive, • MIL D-17951 Ships 0.9 mm Rubber Dry 1.04 0.50
Wet 0.94 0.60
covered by a removable protective
Applied weight ➀ : Oily 0.95 0.30
liner. The product is designed to
• MIL D-17951 Ships 885 g/m² Leather Dry 0.72 0.40
stretch and conform to irregular sur- Wet 1.14 0.40
faces such as diamond tread plate, Resistance to U.V. : good
Flammability : Oily N/A -
screw heads, ladder rungs etc…. Slip resistance :
• ASTM E 648-95a
Average critical radi- • DIN 51130 (ZH1/571)
ant flux (W/cm²) : 1.02 - friction (oily) : R13
Product Positioning : NFPA requirements for - friction on diamond
class I : Exceeds tread plate (oily) :
Primarily for use on dimpled or pat- with Safety-Walk R12
• FAR 25853, Appen-
terned surfaces in industrial, food Without R10
dix F, part 1
service or commercial areas. - Section (a)(1)(ii) : Passes ➀ Typical average values
The product is suitable for application - Section (a)(2)(ii) : Passes
in dry, wet or oily environments Standard Sizes :
where conventional General Purpose Smoke Density (Dm
anti-slip surfacing material cannot be corrected) :
Treads :
• ASTM E662-95
recommended. 152 mm x 610 mm (6” x 60’)
( NFPA 258)
- Flaming 8
- Non-Flaming 9 Rolls :
Product Advantages : Minimum application 51 mm x 18.3 m (2" x 60’)
temperature : 4 °C / 40 °F 102 mm x 18.3 m (4" x 60’)
• Highly flexible and conformable Minimum service tempe- minus 40 °C 152 mm x 18.3 m (6" x 60’)
• Can be bent rature : minus 40 °F 305 mm x 18.3 m (12” x 60’)
• Durable Maximum service tempe- 610 mm x 18.3 m (24” x 60’)
rature : 79 °C / 175°C
• Resistant to chemicals
Static coefficient of fric-
• Easy to apply
tion :
• MIL-D-17951E Ships Specif.
Surface Condition Value Mini
Colour and reference : Rubber Dry 1.38 0.60
Wet 1.25 0.60
• Black Ref 510 Oily 1.28 0.60
Leather Dry 1.04 0.60
Wet 1.46 0.60
Oily N/A -

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Safety-Walk
Conformable anti-slip surfacing, black ( Ref 510 )
Technical Data
TD 472 B Issue 2 Date : January 02
Supersedes : TD 472 A- Issue 1- July 99
EK. Page 2 / 4

Custom Sizes : Shelf life :

Custom sizes are available upon re- Packaging and Marking :
quest (minimum order quantities may It is recommended to use the product
apply). Treads : within 3 years from the date printed on
152 mm x 610 mm : 50 pcs/case the carton.
Chemical Resistance :
Water R
Soap (1% Ivory Flakes in R Rolls : Product durability :
water) 51 mm x 18.3 m : 2 rolls/case
Detergent (1% Dreft in R 102 mm and wider : 1 roll/case When exposed to pedestrian traffic
water) Each case is marked with product only, the product will stand at least 1
Bleach (5,25% sodium I name, size, colour and manufacturer's million crossings. (Around 3 years if
Hypochlorite) trade name. 1000 people walking over every day).
1% Sodium Hydroxide NR Wheeled traffic is not recommended
and will significantly reduce product
1% Hydrochloric Acid R
Installation & Cleaning life.
25% Sulfuric acid in water R
Instructions :
Isopropyl Alcohol (25%) R
Methyl Ethyl Ketone I An installation & cleaning instruction Product Disposal :
Mineral Spirits NR leaflet is included in each carton.
Trichloroethylene NR See page 3 of this technical data sheet Post-consumer waste can be disposed
Peanut Oil R for surface preparation, application and of in appropriate containers and/or be
Hydraulic Fluid (Skydrol R maintenance instructions. incinerated.
500B) European code for waste disposal is :
Motor Oil R Accessories : 20.01.04
Gasoline (unleaded) IC
Diesel fuel I • 3M primers : Product Origin :
50% Anti-freeze in water R - Scotch-Grip™ EC2141
Wind screen washer fluid R - Scotch-Grip™ FB10 Made in USA and converted in
R = Recommended for non continuous immersion - Scotch-Clad™ 776 France., in ISO 9002 certified plants.
I = Recommended for Intermittent exposure only
NR = Not Recommended
• 3M edge sealing compound :
IC = can stand incidental contact, if thorough weekly - Scotch-Seal™ 1103 Clear Sealant
cleaning/rinsing Source of Supply :

Note : Storage conditions : France : S.O.A. Distribution centre

The recommendations noted here are based on
results of 7-day immersion tests bonded to
stainless steel. The technical data contained It is recommended to store the product
herein are guidelines based upon tests and infor- in its closed carton, preferably at a
mation believed to be reliable. However, for temperature between 15°C to 30°C
specific applications it is recommended to con-
duct additional or more specific testing as per-
with humidity in the range of 50% to
formance properties may vary with chemical 60%.
concentrations, exposure times, heat and clean-
ing conditions.

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Safety-Walk
Conformable anti-slip surfacing, black ( Ref 510 )
Technical Data TD 472 B. Date : January 02
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3M Safety-Walk Slip Resistant Materials
Installation & Cleaning Instructions

Surface Preparation : face. Note: minimize touching (contami- For extra protection from excessive moisture
Make sure surface is clean, dry, smooth and nating) adhesive with fingers. or liquids (not constant moisture) use 3M
above minimum temperature of application : 4. Continue to remove liner and press firmly Scotch-Seal™ 1103 Clear Sealant to protect
Conformable: 4°C (40°F) in place as liner is removed. the edges of 3M Safety-Walk materials
General Purpose: 4°C (40°F) 5. For small pieces, peel liner off piece. against penetration of liquids.
Resilient Medium: 4°C (40°F) Holding piece by its edges, curve it gently Priming Instructions :
Resilient Fine: 10°C (50°F) with the adhesive side out. Align the mid- 1. Properly clean the floor following “sur-
Repair or replace any damaged or broken dle of the piece over the middle of the tar- face preparation” procedure.
surface. get surface and press down. 2. Use a paint brush and paint on a thin
Remove chipped, cracked or peeled paint 6. Finally press into firm contact with sur- coat of primer where the 3M Safety-
from surface. face using a rubber hand roller by starting Walk materials are to be applied.
Strip waxed floors prior to washing. in middle and rolling out towards edges. 3. Allow the primed area to dry thoroughly
Use appropriate cleaner or solvent wipe to 7. For applying 3M Safety-Walk Conform- (no evidence of stickiness or tackiness)
clean surface : able treads, a soft rubber mallet can also before applying 3M Safety-Walk mate-
be used to ensure product fully conforms rial.
to surface. Pound edges extra hard. Note : Primers are not generally recom-
Type of surface Recommended
preparation
8. On steps, apply 3M Safety-Walk materi- mended with the clear grade because the
Bare metal, Solvent wipe als 12 to 15 mm from stair edge to pre- transparency benefit is then lost.
polyethylene, vent edge curl and premature wear.
Maintenance Instructions :
polypropylene Helpful hints for proper appli- Periodically inspect product application to
Painted metal, Solvent wipe or
painted plastics, degrease wash , rinse cation : maintain product effectiveness.
painted wood, and let dry. Rough or smooth, porous surfaces : Keep free of dirt and other residue that
gel-coated fiber- Prime coat with a 3M primer is recommended might impair functionality.
glass, for proper adhesion. General Purpose, Conformable treads should
epoxy floors Painted surfaces : be decked-brushed regularly.
Porous concrete Degrease wash, rinse 3M Safety-Walk materials can be applied on Fine and Medium Resilient should be
and let dry most painted surfaces which are in good mopped or deck-brushed regularly.
Painted concrete Degrease wash, rinse condition and will adhere as well as the base Use appropriate degreaser/cleaner as a gen-
and let dry
paint. Painted surfaces must be thoroughly eral maintenance cleaner to keep material
Vinyl tile, Strip off floor finish,
dry before the application. and surrounding surfaces free of soil and
marble, wash , rinse and let
terrazzo dry Treated and untreated wood : grease.
ceramic Wood surfaces must be sealed or painted Removal and replacement:
Quarry tile Degrease wash, rinse before application of 3M Safety-Walk materi- To remove and replace worn or torn mate-
and let dry als. rial:
Immersed surfaces : 1. Start by pulling up old material. Use of a
3M Safety-Walk materials are not recom- heat gun and a scraper will assist in this
Application Instructions : mended for continuous immersion in water or
Tools needed: rubber hand roller or rubber process.
for areas with constant moisture seepage. 2. After total removal of old mate-
mallet. Grouted floors :
1. Individual pieces should be spaced a rials, use a degreaser or solvent
Do not bridge over joins, grouting, cracks or based cleaner to remove adhesive
minimum of 12 mm apart and a maximum breaks in all surfaces. Cut into smaller pieces.
of 50 mm apart. residues before proceeding with
Kitchen and greasy floors : re-application of 3M Safety-
2. Round the corners of any pieces cut from Application of 3M Safety-Walk materials is
rolls. Walk materials.
not recommended for quarry tile in commer-
3. Peel protective liner back about 50 mm cial kitchens. (because quarry tiles are often
from one end and position piece on sur- impregnated with grease)
Wet areas :

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Safety-Walk
Conformable anti-slip surfacing, black ( Ref 510 )
Technical Data TD 472 B. Date : January 02
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3M Safety-Walk Slip Resistant Materials
PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE
General Coarse Conformable Medium Fine
Typical Applications Purpose Resilient Resilient
Construction, mining & agri-
cultural machinery e.g
excavators, trucks, cranes, ● ● ○
tractors, forklifts…
Steps, stairs, ramps, scaf-
folding, platforms… ● ● ○
Ladders, stepladders, step-
stools… ● ○
Recreational vehicles e.g
snowmobiles, all-terrain
vehicles, garden tractors ● ● ○
lawn mowers…
Leisure equipment and vehi-
cles e.g skateboards,
motor-scooters… ●
Aerospace industry e.g cargo
holds, wings… ● ○
Transportation, trains, trams,
buses & coaches… ● ○
Marine leisure e.g leisure
craft & yachts, water skis,
surfboards, jet skis… ●
Swimming pool areas, diving
boards
●
Bath areas, showers, chang-
ing rooms…
● ●
Bathtubs
●
Friction enhancement e.g
conveyor rollers, shelf sur-
faces… ●
Food service areas *
●
* Not recommended for application on greasy quarry tiles.
● Recommended for flat or smooth surfaces
○ Recommended around corners or for irregular surfaces
Safety-Walk General Purpose Slip-Resistant Material : Conformance to Military Specification MIL-D-17951 (SH) is available
when required.

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