We have regularly been on site when a surface resistivity meter has been placed on the concrete factory floor and the reading indicates the floor is within the range to be classed as static dissipative. Static problem solved – yes? Unfortunately not, bare concrete floors can exhibit anti static (dissipative or conductive) properties. Whilst…
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We are so used to discussing the negative effects of static electricity, we thought it about time we should discuss the positive impact it can have on your everyday life. Mobile phones Did you know that every time you touch the screen of your mobile to open an app you are using the power of…
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We can’t stress enough how important it is to prepare the surface properly before the application of ESD paint. This is the most important part of any floor installation. If you just slap on the paint without any preparation, the results will be haphazard so like any job, preparation is the key, and will save…
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We are getting asked with increasing frequency do I need to paint walls with ESD paint? The first question I always ask is “Why”? Look to your floor If a floor is ESD protected with a static dissipative surface then anyone brushing or rubbing against a wall will discharge straight into the floor through their…
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You’ve spent the money, painted or installed your Anti Static floor. All sorted – right? No need to do anything else is there or do you need to test your Anti Static floor?? Assuming you have followed the manufacturers instructions correctly your floor should be working and static is being removed quickly and safely. How…
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You have a problem with static, you’ve been recommended anti static paint but how does anti static paint work? The majority of people quite frankly don’t care. If it solves their static problem they are happy. If however you are one of the minority or want to understand the basic principals involved we can help.…
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If you have a problem with static an ESD ( electrostatic discharge) floor can help. Static is a problem that can manifest itself in many ways in a work environment. In terms of electronics it is believed that up to 50% of hardware failures are static related. In other settings it can produce shocks, sparks…
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Stencil Cleaning Roll packaging is really very simple. Rolls need to be kept clean and so are individually packaged. It is not hard to get that right so why do some suppliers get it so horribly wrong? The simple answer is static generation. ESD Safe bag Stencil Cleaning Rolls are used in static sensitive areas,…
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Looking for a floor to remove static? It can be very confusing when you see all the different terms used. We have sold floor coatings for over 30 years and are rarely asked for the same thing by customers. We have therefore produced the following guide on static terms and definitions which explains the terms…
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What is Static Electricity? We have all witnessed Static Electricity. Have you ever walked across a room and got a shock when you have touched a door handle? Taken off a jumper on a dry winter’s day and had a “hair raising” experience and who can’t remember playing with balloons by rubbing against your jumper…
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