Floor markings are used in many different businesses as a form of visual communication. While these markings are most commonly associated with manufacturing facilities and warehousing, they are used in many other locations as well. With so many different use cases for floor markings, it should be no surprise that there is such a large number of different types and styles. Taking the time to learn about the different types of floor markings will help …
One of the most important parts of any workplace safety program is ensuring that everyone has a safe evacuation route in the event of an emergency. In fact, in almost all cases it is necessary for there to be at least two routes that people can take to get out of a building. This is important because if a fire or other hazard is blocking one path out, they need to be able to escape …
Visual communication is important for workplace safety, but all too often a facility’s visual strategy will stop after wall signs and labels. While both are great tools that absolutely need to be used, the messages they are conveying can be better communicated with the additional use of floor markings. Floor tapes, shapes, and signs are easy to install and can be used for a variety of applications, but they are some of the best visual …
The use of photoluminescent (glow-in-the- dark) technology has increased dramatically in commercial and industrial facilities. In some regions it is a legal requirement. Why? These materials clearly highlight egress pathways during power outages or smoky conditions. There are three different types of markings that come in a glow-in-the-dark option: floor signs, floor tapes, and floor shapes. The number one use of these materials is to mark the floors for a “lights out” emergency situations and …
Floor place into different divisions. This is mainly applicable for industrial floor spaces where a lot of work is going on at the same time. For example, if you are planning on utilizing a certain part of the floor for storing but you are seeing that the labour force is utilizing the same place to keep their own items of use. This might not only hamper your plan but might have an adverse effect on …