Frontrunner Entry - Open-Grid, Slip-Resistant Matting for High-Traffic Excellence

Introduce a new standard of facility cleanliness and safety to your commercial, leisure, and industrial spaces with Frontrunner Entry, Excel Matting's advanced open-grid, slip-resistant entrance matting. Designed specifically for high-traffic areas, Frontrunner Entry's aggressive tread pattern effectively scrapes shoes and wheels clean, while its innovative open grid efficiently traps and collects dirt and debris, preventing it from being tracked inside. This not only keeps your interiors looking stylish for longer but also significantly expands the life of your underlying floor finishes.

Whether you are working with ceramic floor tiles, carpet, or other existing subfloors, Frontrunner Entry offers versatility. A convenient 10.5mm low profile version means you often don't need to create a deeper mat well, allowing for seamless integration into various architectural designs.

Key Features & Benefits for Lasting Performance

Frontrunner Entry is meticulously engineered with features that deliver superior functionality and long-term value:

• Aggressive Dirt & Debris Trapping: Features a diamond-cut pattern and two-layer open-grid construction with a close mesh grid that aggressively scrapes and traps dirt, extending the life of your interior flooring.

• Certified Slip Resistance: Boasts certified slip resistance (DIN 51130:R11, ASTM 1677:0.6/0.6), providing a secure footing and minimizing the risk of slips and falls in busy entryways.

• Excellent Drainage: The open grid ensures excellent drainage (DIN 51130:V10), keeping the mat surface clear of standing water and enhancing safety.

• Wheel & Heel Proof: Designed to be wheel-and-heel proof, ensuring durability and accessibility for all types of traffic, including trolleys and wheelchairs.

• Durable & Flexible Composition: Made from flexible Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), ensuring resilience and longevity in demanding environments.

• Easy Installation & Adaptability: Allows for easy on-site cutting and seamless installation. It readily contours to uneven surfaces, adapting to various site conditions.

• Modular & Roll Options: Available in convenient 10m rolls or versatile modules for tailored installations.

Technical Specifications

Frontrunner Entry is engineered to meet rigorous demands, providing comprehensive data for specifiers, buyers, and construction professionals:

• Product Heights:

  • Standard: 14mm (9/16")

  • Low Profile: 10.5mm (7/16")

• Weight:

  • Standard: 10.5 kg/m2 (2 lbs/sq.ft)

  • Low Profile: 8.7 kg/m2 (1.6 lbs/sq.ft)

• Chemical Resistance: Resistant to most acids, alkalines, and oils.

• Thermal Performance: Designed to function effectively in temperatures ranging from -23°C to +60°C. Slight size variation may occur at temperature extremes.

• UV Light Resistance: The PVC material is resistant to degradation from UV light exposure.

• Acoustic Properties: Offers excellent sound absorption, contributing to a quieter environment.

• Environmental Commitment: Phthalate-free and contains no substances included in the SVHC list under REACH. Frontrunner Entry is 100% recyclable.

• Fire Rating: Tested to EN ISO 13501-1:2007-Bfl-S1, ASTM E648, Class.

• Warranty: Comes with a two-year warranty.

• Thermoplastic Reversion: Thermoplastic shrinkage can result in size reductions up to 2%. This may be accelerated in hot environments.

Versatile Applications & Ancillary Options

Frontrunner Entry is ideal for a broad range of high-traffic environments, including commercial buildings, leisure facilities, industrial sites, retail stores, educational institutions, and public entryways. Its effectiveness in trapping dirt and debris makes it an essential component for maintaining clean and safe interiors.

To ensure a perfect fit and professional finish, Excel Matting offers a full range of ancillary componentsspecifically for recessed installations, including those for the low profile version:

• R frame (H: 14mm Standard / 10mm Low Profile): Used to secure the matting on the left-to-right edges.

• H Section (H: 14mm Standard / 10mm Low Profile): Ideal for securing different matting sections together when the well dimension is greater than the mat width.

• U Section (H: 14mm Standard / 10mm Low Profile): Similar to H section, used for securing different matting sections in larger wells.

• Z Frame (H: 10mm Low Profile): Specifically for installing matting next to ceramic tiles.

• T-frame (H: 14mm): Can be used to divide matting into sections left-to-right, making it easier to lift and clean.

• T/L frame (H: 14mm): Also used to divide matting into sections left-to-right for easier lifting and cleaning.

• Iframe (H: 18mm): For securing matting on left-to-right edges when installing against a wall.

• L frame (H: 15mm): For securing matting around circular doors or non-rectangular spaces.

For surface mounted installations, PVC edging (H: 14mm, W:60mm or W:100mm; H: 10mm, W:50mm for Low Profile) is available, supplied in rolls with cold welding paste. PVC snap track (H: 14mm; H: 10.5mm for Low Profile) is a two-part system for joining rolls end-to-end or side-to-side to cover large areas. Aluminium edging (H: 14mm) is supplied in sections with fixing screws and plugs. Connector clips side-to-side (H: 14mm and 10mm) are available for joining sections of low profile matting.

Available in standard rolls (10x0.6m, 10x0.91m, 5x1.2m) or modules (0.8x1.2m, 1x1.5m, 1.1x2m) for both standard and low profile versions. Choose from classic colours including Black, Dark Grey, Dark Brown, Oxford Blue, and Holly Green, with more colours available upon request.

Why Choose Frontrunner Entry?

Choose Frontrunner Entry for its UK manufactured quality, exceptional dirt and debris trapping capabilities, proven slip resistance, and significant contribution to a safer, more aesthetically pleasing environment. It's the smart investment for any business prioritizing effective entrance management and long-term floor protection in busy commercial and industrial settings.

Contact Excel Matting today for a bespoke quotation or expert guidance on selecting the ideal Frontrunner Entry solution for your project.