Monthly Archives: May 2012

Golf Course High Friction Matting

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High Friction Matting at Innsbrook Resort

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We love any opportunity to see our matting in action, and that’s exactly what we got earlier this month when we visited Innsbrook Resort Golf Course in Innsbrook, Missouri. This 18-hole public course boasts some gorgeous views and stunning lakes. It’s a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Innsbrook has been a PEM customer for some time now, having used our matting on bridges and cart paths throughout their course. They most recently placed an order for our NEW High Friction Matting, which was unveiled at the 2012 Golf Industry Show in Las Vegas.

PEM High Friction Matting is perfect for the toughest applications. We apply aluminum oxide “grit” material to our already-durable slip-resistant matting to create even more grip and weatherability. This winning combination was the perfect solution for Innsbrook’s slick, high-traffic surfaces.

golf course bridge mattingThis tiered pathway leads to one of the course’s more challenging holes. The wooden railroad ties were often slippery, especially in the mornings when shaded and damp with morning dew. PEM High Friction Matting was installed on the wooden ties to provide a safe surface for the occasional disgruntled golfer storming off the tee.

golf course bridge mattingInnsbrook also installed PEM High Friction Matting on a highly-traveled footbridge crossing over to a green. Golfers found the bridge to be especially slippery when wet. The matting was easily installed using a combination of adhesive and screws.

The matting has received great reviews from both the golfers and the Innsbrook Resort Golf Course management team. We look forward to additional feedback throughout the season!

Want to learn more about PEM High Friction Matting? Contact us today!

PEM High Traffic Matting

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PEM High Traffic Matting: Smart. Safe. Sustainable.

We believe the great Confucius said it best: “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” On behalf of the entire PEM Surface Creations team, we echo these sentiments. Why wouldn’t we? We travel near and far supplying slip-resistant matting to some of the most luxurious resorts in the world.

Recently, the fine folks at The Sea Pines Resort contacted us to repair their pier walkway that is overlooked by their historic Harbour Town Lighthouse. After nearly 25 years of exposure to high foot traffic and climatic conditions, the pier lumber had grown weathered and worn. Exposed nails and splinters were becoming a growing concern for this coastal attraction.

Our President, Bob Amelung, was flown out to not only evaluate the situation, but collaborate with the Director of Facilities to ensure he and his crew were comfortable with PEM installation techniques.

 

Our solution, you ask? After careful consideration, we decided upon the PEM High Traffic Chocolate Brown Matting. This specific matting is designed to withstand high levels of foot traffic as well as the wrath of Mother Nature.

Before the 4 man crew began laying the 6,000 sq ft of matting, we went through and flipped the lumber to create a smooth surface that would afford guests comfort and safety.  Over the next 3 days Bob supervised the installation process serving as technical adviser for the crew, thus giving management the assurance the matting was installed correctly.

    

Want to see more pictures from the trip? Head on over to the official PEM Surface Creations Facebook page to check ‘em out!

Want to learn more about the PEM High Traffic Chocolate Brown Matting? Give us a call today!