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PROVIDING SOLUTIONS FOR THE LEADING CAUSE OF ALL ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES
Around the globe slips, trips and falls (STF’'s) are recognized as the leading cause of all injuries and accidents in the workplace. From industrial to commercial environments STF'’s account for 35% of lost workdays, with 55% directly caused by the flooring surface. At Advanced Mat Systems we take this problem very seriously, and as such, we have put together and assembled one of the most complete lines of non-slip solutions. With our comprehensive line of traction mats you can be assured you have the right mat for the right application.
UPCOMING & RECENT EVENTS
2012 OFFSHORE TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE
Houston, Texas USA
Reliant Center
Co-exhibiting with Custom Safety Products
30 April - 3 May, 2012
Booth#:4409
2012 ARCTIC TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE
Houston, Texas, USA
George R. Brown Convention Center
Co-exhibiting with Custom Safety Products Inc.
December 3-5, 2012
Booth#:1501
ALBERTA HEALTH & SAFETY CONFERENCE & TRADE FAIR
Calgary, Alberta Canada
BMO Centre, Stampede Park
October 24 - 26, 2011
Booth#:508 Thanks for visiting!
2011 ATLANTIC CANADA PETROLEUM SHOW
St. John's, Newfoundland Canada
Mile One Centre
June 22-23, 2011
Booth#: 1305
Thanks for visiting!
ENFORM ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC
Airdrie, Alberta Canada
Woodside Golf Course
August 17, 2011
Thanks for visiting us on Hole 7 for a margarita!
2011 OIL SANDS TRADE SHOW & CONFERENCE
Fort McMurray, Alberta Canada
Suncor Leisure Centre
September 13-14, 2011
Booth:4012 Hall D Thanks for visiting!
WHY WE STAND OUT FROM THE REST
INNOVATION
Years of research, development and testing have led to a variety of innovations in our traction matting. AMS mats are customizable to almost any floor surface and environmental conditions. A cornerstone product which separates us from all other existing mat manufacturers is our Patent Pending Arctic Pad Line . As the only heated industrial traction mat available today, this innovative version is designed to combat and prevent the accumulation of ice or snow in both hazardous and non-hazardous locations.
POLYMER
We have a wide variety of polymers which allow our customers to tailor or design a mat package for their specific needs and industry applications. Ranging from our toughest polymers engineered for use in the drilling industry to our recycled material blends for lighter industrial and commercial applications - we have the right polymer for the right job.
The most important factor or component in providing non-slip solutions is the ability to provide the correct traction profile for the right situation. Traction can be defined as the “coefficient of friction” (COF). The coefficient of friction depends on the materials used. For example, ice on steel has a low COF, while rubber on pavement has a high COF. Rougher surfaces tend to have higher effective values. As the COF is an empirical measurement it has to be measured experimentally, and cannot be found through calculations. As such we have spent the time to develop some of the best traction profiles available today providing a variety of options with a high COF.
INDUSTRY WIDE APPLICATIONS
By focusing on solutions industry wide to the current problems, we have the answers that can meet the demand of nearly any application or environment. If we don'’t have what you need listed, be assured that with our extensive industrial knowledge and expertise available, AMS will design a solution for your unique challenge.
Our constant is to provide solutions above and beyond your expectations.
Established in 2009 to be the premier traction mat manufacturer, Advanced Mat Systems is a Canadian company that puts accident prevention as the principal reason for our existence. We believe that all accidents are preventable with the right equipment, tools and training.
Through the successful collaboration of existing technologies, designs and strategic partnerships, Advanced Mat Systems is positioned to provide solutions around the globe for nearly any industry and/or environment. With over 100 years of combined manufacturing and industry expertise available at AMS, our focus is centered on developing and producing the equipment required to prevent slips and falls.
Ultimately our goal is to keep your people and projects operating safely, smoothly and effectively.
To provide simple forward thinking solutions that improves safety and personal well-being.
In order to meet the demands and needs of our customers around the globe and throughout the many industry sectors that we work with, Advanced Mat Systems has built a network of strategic partners to provide solutions.
As a corporation, we strive to leave the smallest environmental footprint possible and in doing so we are proud to offer a selection of eco-friendly blends. With all of our packages that contain our unique blend of recycled rubber tire crumb, we are more than happy to provide our customers with a detailed report on the volumes used for their records, recording their contribution for internal company green initiatives and programs.
Along with our eco-blends, we are also happy to provide Arctic Pad versions that easily integrate for use with solar panels. Combining recycled materials along with our energy efficient heating systems, and our responsible manufacturing practices we feel that every little effort helps.
When replacing your existing mats ask about our re-shred program.
Average Custom Manufacturing Time: Allow 4-6 weeks
Expedited Custom Manufacturing: 3 weeks (20% surcharge)
Delivery: Clients are welcome to pick up their orders from our locations with your freight handler
or we would be happy to provide a quote for delivery to the location of your choice
Shipping & Freight: Fees will be added for pallets and/or skids, calculated at time of shipping
Payment: On approved credit - net 30 days from invoice date
Cancellations: May be subject to a fee
Advanced Mat Systems Limited Warranty
CS100 pads will be repaired without charge if damaged under normal use within two years of purchase date. Shipping costs will be paid by customer. Though highly chemical resistant, CS100 pads are not warranted against the effects of oil base mud, as we have no control over the many formulas available.
Mats must be stored flat when not in use. Mats must also be properly maintained with yearly maintenance using original products from Advanced Mat Systems. This includes periodic cleaning and resurfacing as needed using only our products. Normally, after about a year, the non-skid surfacing on the mats will wear down and the mats will need to be resurfaced with our Resurfacing Kits.
Warranty will be void on any mats not stored properly, on any mats not used for their specific design purpose, and on any mats not properly maintained with AMS products.
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AMS Arctic Pads are self-regulatingheated traction pads, that are ideal for winterizing operations by preventing ice and snow accumulation while protecting workers from slip-fall type accidents.
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The AMS Traction Pad line is a variety of non-slip solutions designed to improve safety by preventing slips and falls, and associated injuries. These versions are ideally suited for warmer environments when heated option may not be applicable.
A wide range of innovative, practical and durable tethered tools that offer users piece of mind when working at heights. All tools are tethered with strong, hi-viz nylon lanyards and connect with triple action twist lock gate carabineers to ensure maximum protection and long-lasting performance.
Slip - Fall Solutions
By concentrating our efforts we have developed one of the most modernized and complete lines of industrial and commercial traction pads. We believe that one slip or fall injury is one too many, so whatever the application or environment, our every expanding line of solutions ensures that you have the right mat for the right application.
AMS offers a wide range of non-slip solutions for use in almost any industrial and commercial environment. The Advanced Mat System is an assortment of custom configurations,
Our commitment to quality ensures that every component and final design goes through a stringent evaluation verifying the products performance, durability and effectiveness. Before we certify its custom design all matting must meet our strict in-house protocols and standards.
APPLICATIONS
polymer compounds,
traction profiles
and options that improve safety and productivity in and out of the workplace.
RESULTS
Dropped Object Solutions
Working at heights is a very high-risk environment. One of the most common incidents associated with working at heights is a dropped-object. Dropped objects can cause serious harm to people, damage equipment and cause downtime resulting in lost productivity. At AMS we feel that properly securing hand tools to a suitable anchor point is just as important as preventing someone from falling. That’s where LHR’'s Tethered Tools come in. As the Exclusive Canadian Distributor of LHR's Tethered Tools, these tools provide 100% tie-off protection for working safely at heights. No other system can boast that fact.
AMS Arctic Pads are self-regulating heated traction pads, that are ideal for winterizing operations by preventing ice and snow accumulation while protecting frontline workers from slip-fall type accidents and injuries. Arctic Pads are available in 25 or 32 MM (1" or 1-1/4")
Example: As the ambient temperatures increases (or decreases), the heated self-regulating core will draw more or (less) power precisely where and when it is needed, until achieving a predetermined operating level.
Simply put energy efficiency is accomplished without special or sophisticated controls.
HOW IT WORKS
When energized, the self-regulating technology of these mats perform by automatically adjusting the thermal output in relation to the surrounding ambient temperatures. The characteristic of our self-regulating core, combined with the insulation properties of our polymers and polymer blends, dramatically reduces energy consumption (heat-loss) as the mats achieve their optimal operating temperature and move into a cycle of maintenance.
By utilizing self-regulating technology, these all-season versions of traction matting are simple to install and use common power supply voltages. Arctic Pads draw a minimal amount of power depending on the environment and ambient temperatures, our heated system is ideal for all hazardous and/or universal installations.
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY
At Advanced Mat Systems, our proprietary method of manufacturing, our commitment to innovation, combined with our heat technology allows our customers to utilize numerous matting options in the Arctic Pad Line. In every design we evaluate the application and our customers’ requirements ensuring the most efficient and suitable version possible is provided.
WHICH ARCTIC PAD IS RIGHT FOR?
We customize every traction mat package for your individual operations and environments, ensuring that you have the right mat for the right location. In three easy steps:
1. POLYMER - select from our range of polymers that fits your application
2. TRACTION PROFILE - select from seven different profiles
3. OPTIONS - choose from any of our value added options
Contact us today and a customer service representative would be happy to assist you.
Traction Pads are our standard non-slip solutions. The most common version of this pad is the Safety Pad IIFR which has be used on over 6000 Drilling Rigs worldwide with exceptional result. These pads are available in 19, 25 or 32 MM (3/4, 1 or 1-1/4").
DID YOU KNOW?
AMS Traction Pads are based on the legendary Safety Pad II FR. Originally and continuing to be manufactured by Custom Safety Products Inc since 1979, this legendary pad has been used by over 6,000 drilling rigs and 600 customers worldwide.
AMS in conjunction with Custom Safety Products use this original non-skid traction pad as the foundation for our designs.
WHICH TRACTION PAD IS RIGHT FOR?
DRILLING INDUSTRY TRACTION PADS - COMMON VERSIONS
SAFETY PAD II FR and SAFETY PAD III FR
Custom moulded for heavy industrial applications such as drilling rig floors, rotary tables and pipe racks, our ¾"- 1½" mat provides a high-traction work surface for critical areas and walkways. Safety Pad II FR can be moulded for use on stairways, derrick boards and work-over/service rigs. Drainage grooves are moulded into the surface to assist in the control of fluids that can accumulate during drilling operations and all pads come standard with a non-skid coating for additional traction and durability. Safety Pad III FR performs with a high profile traction rather than studs.
CS150 PIPERACK-SETBACK PADS
Fluid channels are moulded directly into the design in one direction facilitating drainage and providing extra traction. These pads are built to withstand the compression and weight of all drill pipe. CS-150 resists the effects of invert and other corrosive drilling fluids.
Ask us about Safety Pads or CS150 Racking Pads today!
Another component that sets AMS apart is our understanding of our clients’ needs and the wide range of industrial demands they operate in. Our selection of proven polymers and blends allows us to offer solutions tailored to each and every one of our clients’ needs.
We realize that utilizing our traction matting in the drilling industry, it needs to be the most rugged and durable polymer composition possible, while conversely when installing a set of pads on a wind turbine in the North Sea or on a stairway to a building entrance, a lighter duty polymer is beneficial both economically and practically.
Select your POLYMER from the list below (Step 1):
HEAVY DUTY
(HD) CS100
This polymer is our heavy duty and most durable available, primarily used in tough industrial, corrosive or chemical sites. HD is ideal for use in demanding sites such as rotary tables, offshore platforms and vessels, mining operations and any other hazardous locations where positive tractions is essential.
FEATURES
Ultra Duty is our high density polymer primarily used in industrial, corrosive or chemical sites where compression is present such as pipe-rack pads or setback matting in the drilling industry.
APPLICATION
This polymer is primarily used for Racking Pad or Pipe Rack Mats. These mats has been proven to improve the efficiency of tripping pipe by reducing potential lost time and eliminating unnecessary risks. This polymer is 100% solid urethane elastomer and is made of a higher density than our standard traction pads. Fluid channels are moulded into the design in one direction, facilitating positive drainage and extra traction.
Ultra Duty is built to withstand the compression and weight of all drill pipe, and is resistant to the effects of invert and other corrosive drilling fluids. The thickness 38.10 MM (1-1/2").
As directional drilling is a prominent and important part of drilling operations, efficiency needs to be an aspect of every operators play book. The historic method of racking pipe is birdbaths or on gator racks slows operations down with multiple pipe strings in use. Modernize your operations, trip all sizes of pipe smoothly, eliminate wasted time and remove hazards. Also available upon request is our heated version - Arctic Racking Pad.
A Medium Duty polymer primarily used in light industrial or commercial sites. This polymer is ideal for demanding sites such as drilling rigs, offshore platforms, marine vessels, plants, refineries, facilities, military sites or any other hazardous or non-hazardous location where positive tractions is essential.
LD is our eco-friendly blend which combines recycled rubber and our TC90 Medium Duty (MD). Light Duty is a versatile blend used in light industrial, commercial and for general use. Ideal uses for this polymer are manufacturing facilities, wind turbine platforms, marine decking, passenger boarding ramps or wheel chair ramps, etc.
This is our anti-fatigue polymer. This composition will not only reduce the risk of slips and falls, it can reduce back, leg and foot aches and pains, resulting from prolonged standing and exposure to cold, heat and vibration which is the leading cause of work fatigue. Anti-fatigue matting improves ergonomics, body mechanics and enhances almost any environment, giving individuals a performance boost.
Standing static can have crippling effects as one's body mass load, presses down on joints, crushes blood vessels flat, causing alot of strain and fatigue. The body is designed to move and be dynamic. The AF version reduces all these effects in industrial, commercial and non-industrial environments.
ULTRA DUTY
(UD) CS150
MEDIUM DUTY
(MD) TC90
LIGHT DUTY
(LD) TC90RR
ANTI-FATIGUE
(AF) TC55
The most important factor or component in providing non-slip solutions is the ability to provide the correct traction profile for the right situation. Traction can be defined as the “coefficient of friction” (COF). The coefficient of friction depends on the materials used; for example, ice on steel has a low COF, while rubber on pavement has a high COF. Rougher surfaces tend to have higher effective values. As the COF is an empirical measurement – it has to be measured experimentally, and cannot be found through calculations. As such we have spent the time to develop some of the best traction profiles available today providing a variety of options with high a COF.
Ensure you have positive traction in any situation from the selection or TRACTION PROFILES below (Step 2):
