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PEM Matting: The Perfect Solution for Triathlon Transition Areas

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At PEM Surface Creations, we are always hard at work developing new applications for our slip-resistant matting. While our flooring currently blankets a wide array of industries including golf courses and aquatic facilities, there are several industries out there that could be benefiting from our slip-resistant flooring. What are we currently thinking about? Three words: triathlon transition mats.

All participants in a triathlon must compete in three main phases: swimming, biking and running. When the triathlete is changing from water to land, they must first go through what is called a triathlon transition area. While in this zone, which is normally a few hundred meters, the tri-athlete must walk or run alongside their bike. Typically, the area of the transition area is covered in either plywood or wet towels, presenting a slippery surface for both the triathlete and triathlon workers.

Also, because the triathlete is coming straight out of the water, their barefeet are normally covered in sand or mud. As the muck is tracked onto the surface of the transition area, two potential hazards are formed: slippage and cuts to the feet. Once event organizers begin to hose down the feet of the triathletes the area can become very slick, leaving the least experienced participants at the greatest risk of injury.  

Are you a triathlon organizer? If so, you better keep reading… 

In lieu of overly saturated carpet or plywood, we suggest installing some of our PEM high traffic slip-resistant matting. Because our matting is permeable in nature, it allows for water to drain through the surface, reducing the risk of puddles forming. In addition, our textured surface would provide superior comfort to the athletes’ barefeet. 

Below you will find a side-by-side comparison of the standard surface and our PEM slip-resistant matting.

Triathlon Transition Mats

As you can see, PEM matting would be a welcome addition to any triathlon transition area. Its superior aesthetics allows our matting to blend into any setting—regardless of race’s theme. If you would like to learn more about triathlon transition matting, please feel free to drop us a line at or visit us 24/7 at pemsurface.com.

High Traffic Matting for Bridges and Steps

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Looking for a durable, textured flooring surface for your golf course? Look no further than PEM’s golf course matting! Our slip-resistant flooring will perfectly service every high traffic area on your course, thus providing players safety and comfort.

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New bridge matting at The Golf Club at Tennessee.

Recently, the fine folks at The Golf Club of Tennessee contacted us about installing our slip-resistant matting on their bridges and steps. Because these areas tend to see high levels of foot traffic, we suggested that they go with our high friction golf course matting. Not only can this particular application hold up over time, it can greatly reduce the risk of slips and falls.

The club ended up installing 2,500 sq. ft. of 2ft wide PEM High Traffic/High Friction flooring on all of their bridges and steps throughout the entire course. The additional slip-resistant properties of the high friction grit coating have enhanced the overall surface of the bridge, providing peace of mind for both course employees and customers.

Aside from its slip-resistant properties, our golf matting is also easy to install! Simply apply a 1/4″ bead of adhesive in a herringbone “V” shaped pattern every 4-6 inches. This will ensure that your flooring will remain secure during the lifespan of your application.

New high traffic matting at the Golf Club at Tennessee.

New high traffic matting at the Golf Club at Tennessee.

In an effort to make the adhesive application as simple as possible, we have created an adhesive bead pattern diagram that will help you through the process. As always, if you need any help, please feel to drop us a line at 800.783.2358. We are here to serve you!

PEM Golf Course Matting has been installed on over 2,000 golf courses worldwide. If you would like to learn more about our Golf Course Matting and/or our High Friction Golf Course Matting, please feel free to reach out today!

PEM on Best Public Golf Courses in St. Louis

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Last month, Golf Digest released their list of America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses. We were extremely excited to see that our PEM Golf Matting was installed at 28 of the Top 100 listed courses. Guess what? The news just keeps on getting better and better! Golf Matting

Recently, Golf Digest released a list of America’s Top Public Golf Courses. As you might know, the PEM headquarters is located in St. Louis, Missouri. Six of the courses to make the list were based right here in St. Louis. In fact, four of the 6 courses have—you guessed it—our slip-resistant matting!

If you happen to live in the St. Louis area or you simply appreciate beautiful greens, here are the four courses where you can find PEM Golf Matting.

Golf Course #1 & 2 – This stunning St. Louis staple has served as the home for several historical PGA Championships. From Gary Player’s big U.S. Open victory in 1965 to the 2008 BMW Championship—this course has seen it all.

Golf Course #3 – Our PEM Golf Matting can be found at both 18-hole courses. This award winning course was selected to host the U.S. Open Men’s Regional Qualifier in June 2010.

Golf Course #4 – Many golf enthusiasts consider the greens at this family-oriented club to be the best of the best in the STL. In fact, in 2010 it was named the #1 Country Club & Golf Course in Saint Louis by Ladue News.

As St. Louisans, and, of course, avid golfers, it truly delights us to know that there are so many great courses in and around the St. Louis area! We’ve been providing top notch, slip-resistant matting to America’s greatest courses for over 15 years. Learn more about PEM Golf Course Matting or contact us today!

Top 3 Tips for keeping your slip-resistant flooring in shape

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So you are now the proud owner of PEM slip-resistant matting. Congrats! We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome you to our family. If you properly maintain your matting, it could—depending on the application—last nearly a decade.  If you truly want your matting to stand up against the test of time, we suggest following our 3 trusty tips. What are they, you ask? Let us explain…

#1 Leaf blowing: While our slip-resistant matting is quite sturdy, we do not recommend using a rake to remove leaves or debris from the surface of your matting. Over time the metal teeth will begin to weaken the surface of your matting, increasing the chances of rips and tears. In short, use your best judgment before using a yard tool to clean your matting. St Albans Short Arch Bridge

#2 Power wash: Wait! Before you go all Tony Montana on your pool deck matting, golf matting, kennel matting, and/or yoga matting we ask that you take a step back and… breathe. We are not suggesting that you turn your power washer on full blast to see if you can change the color of your matting. Our matting should be cleaned using the low pressure setting. Not only is this more than enough pressure to clean your surface, it will not harm your matting.

#3 Right matting, right surface: One of the best ways to ensure that your slip-resistant matting remains in tip top shape is to make sure the matting you purchase is truly suitable for your application. For example: don’t purchase lightweight matting for high traffic areas. Yes, it will suffice in the short term, but it will wear quickly.

If you have any questions regarding our products, please feel free to email your questions to info@pemsurface.com or give us a call at 800-783-2358.

PEM Playground Matting – Keeping our Children Safe

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Do you remember your playground days? Monkey bar races, freeze tag, and a rousing game of red rover—the playground was the only place where we could, well, be a kid.  Unfortunately, our days on the jungle gym weren’t always a barrel of monkeys. From scraped knees to bruised elbows—we kept our school nurses on their toes. Playground-13

While playground safety has come a long way since our childhood, many of the common injuries that plagued our generation still exist today. In fact, nearly 70% of all playground injuries are related to simple falls to the surface.  Fortunately this dilemma can be solved with two words: slip-resistant matting!

When our PEM slip-resistant playground matting is applied over the existing poly-green foam, a tough, slip-free surface is formed. The new surface will not only reduce the risk of injuries due to falls, but will allow for a more wheelchair friendly environment.

Aside from the safety enhancements, the slip-resistant flooring is also easy to clean. Simply hose down or sweep with a broom, whichever you see fit. Because all of our matting is permeable in nature, water will easily drain, thus greatly reducing the chances of mildew or bacteria forming.

We know what you might be thinking: “something this rife with innovation probably costs a pretty penny, huh?”   Actually, our high traffic matting is not only affordable, it has been known—when properly maintained—to withstand even the toughest conditions. For a detailed pricing guide or list of our available applications, please visit us online at pemsurface.com.

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

Let’s Hit the Mats – Yoga Mats!

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Looking for a cushioned, dry, odor-eliminating flooring surface for your yoga studio? PEM Yoga Matting is the answer! Our yoga flooring will keep your clients comfortable, allowing them to focus on balance, strength and breathing. PEM yoga flooring can be installed wall-to-wall, maximizing the floor space in your studio and preventing slips and falls as clients step off their personal mats.

Yoga Mat

PEM Yoga Matting and Flooring

 …but don’t just take our word for it! Top studios around the country choose PEM yoga flooring for their facilities. Did you watch The Biggest Loser last spring? The yoga studio on-site at The Biggest Loser Ranch featured wall-to-wall PEM flooring. The contestants regularly used this space for yoga sessions, pre- and post-workout stretching and cardio.

Yoga Matting

Yoga Matting for Commercial Applications

If hot yoga is more your thing, we’ve got you covered! PEM yoga flooring is perfectly designed for hot and humid conditions. The soft PVC construction will not hold or absorb water and our antimicrobial formula guards against mildew, fungi and bacteria.

Our yoga flooring is available in sandstone beige, chocolate brown, black, blue, hunter green and grey. Looking for a custom color for your space? Contact PEM to discuss your studios needs!

PEM slip-resistant matting is a cinch to install. The matting is delivered in rolls, making it easy to move into your space. With nothing more than a razor knife, you can custom fit the matting to perfectly fit your studio. Worried about relocating?  Not a problem! PEM yoga flooring can be rolled up and moved to your new facility. Investing in PEM matting now will serve your studio clients for years to come!

Want to see photos of yoga applications? YogaFlooring.com, a PEM Yoga Matting distributor, has a complete gallery that shows photo after photo of PEM flooring installed in studios around the country

PEM on America’s Greatest Golf Courses

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Have you read the latest issue of Golf Digest? We’ll you better!  They’ve created a list of America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses. For the past 49 years, Golf Digest has scoured the nation looking for the top courses to play. Whether you’re a daily golf die-hard or a weekend warrior, this is a one-stop-shop for your ultimate courses wish-list.

PEM is honored to see many familiar names on the 2013-2014 rankings. In fact, our slip-resistant matting is installed at 28 of the Top 100 listed courses! That’s right, our golf course matting can be found at over 25% of our country’s greatest golf courses.

Why do so many prestigious courses choose PEM golf matting? Well, we might be biased, but there are a number of reasons!

  1. Superior Protection – The last thing a golf course manager wants is a player being hurt on his or her course. Our matting has a textured surface to reduce the risk of slips and falls. Plus, we offer a high-grit coating for the ultimate protection.
  2. Easy Installation – Our matting is easy to install. It’s delivered in rolls for easy transport and can be trimmed with a razor knife, ensuring you achieve a custom fit for your course application.
  3. Looks Great – Our golf matting is available in 6 colors, including black, grey, blue, chocolate brown, sand and hunter green. It’s easy to clean with a quick sweeping or washing down with a hose. Need a custom color for your club? We can help!
  4. Long Lasting – PEM slip-resistant matting will last for season after season. We hear from our customers years after purchase, and they all rave about how great their matting looks. An investment in PEM now will protect your course for years to come.

We could go on, but we get it – we’re golfers too. You’d rather be outside on the course!  We’ve been providing top quality, slip-resistant matting to America’s greatest courses for over 15 years. Learn more about PEM Golf Course Matting or contact us today!

Golf Industry Show

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Have you heard of the Golf Industry Show? It’s a one-stop-shop for all everything you could need to run a golf facility! PEM is excited to announce we will be attending the 2013 event in sunny San Diego, California.

Golf Industry Show

Booth #1943

February 4-8, 2013

San Diego, California

 

We’ll be showing off our New-for-2013 PEM Edging in addition to the full line-up of PEM Golf Matting. Plus – ask about our High-Grit surface for both new and existing matting applications.

PEM is excited to see some familiar faces as well as make new friends at this year’s event. Looking for things to do while you’re in the area? Well first and foremost, we obviously recommend you stop by our booth! PEM will be in booth #1943 for the five-day event. Stop by, say hello and have a chat!

Just in case you don’t want to spend the full five-day event chatting with us, we thought we’d offer up some other Golf Industry Show activities:

Win a Roll – Stop by the PEM Booth and register to win a FREE roll of PEM Slip-Resistant Matting!  That’s right – we’re giving away several rolls this year and YOU could win! We’re confident that once you try our matting at your facility, you’ll wonder how you ever survived without it.

San Diego Discount Coupons – The great folks at the Golf Industry Show have wrangled some great deals for you to take advantage of while you’re in the area. Free appetizers and discounts at many local eateries, discount admission to local museums and shopping discounts at area stores. You’ll definitely want to download these coupons before you get there!

Attend a Session – Golf Industry Show has lined up some great educational presentations for this year’s event. Learn about design and construction, tech tips and more! Check the Golf Industry Show website for a complete list of scheduled presentations.

Mark your calendars and pencil us in. We want to see YOU at the Golf Industry Show!

Horse Stall Mats

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If you’ve ever installed the typical black rubber horse stall mats, you know what a bear of a task that can be! They’re heavy, bulky and nearly impossible to maneuver with one person. Plus – they’re terribly difficult to get a custom fit if your stall has any odd angles, uneven dimensions or protruding objects like a floor-mounted automatic-waterer.

Horse Stall Matting

PEM Surface Horse Stall Matting

PEM B.E.S.T.™ Matting is the perfect solution for the modern horse owner. B.E.S.T. or Bio Equestrian Stable Technology is a revolutionary approach to providing a soft, dry stall environment for your horse. Our B.E.S.T.™ Mats will keep your horse comfortable and content in the barn.

From the moment they arrive, you’ll have a new-found love for our matting. They are lightweight and easy to maneuver. Our mats are delivered as rolls, meaning you can easily carry or cart them to a stall. You can easily trim the resilient material with a sharp blade, allowing for a custom fit. Two pieces of matting will cover your stall and a seam protector is included to join the two mat pieces together. No more sliding stall mats that trap shavings and manure underneath! Cover your stall base, wall to wall, and reduce bedding waste.

Your horse will also benefit from B.E.S.T.™ Matting’s porous construction, allowing moisture to flow through and keeping bedding dry. It’s important to maintain a dry environment for the overall health of your horse. Many animals will develop hoof and health problems, such as Thrush, when exposed to a wet environment.

If you frequently travel to shows with your horse, you know how important it is to provide a cushiony surface for standing in confined spaces for long periods of time. Our soft, resilient material reduces leg, knee and hoof fatigue, allowing your horse to perform to the best of its ability. Plus, the rolls of matting are perfect for easy transportation and installation! Use them show after show to keep your horse happy and healthy!

Learn more about our quality horse stall mats or contact us today for a quote!

Marine Matting Solution for Winter Docks

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As most of the country falls victim to plummeting temps and icy conditions, it’s not surprising to see a rise in slips and falls! There’s one environment that’s particularly susceptible to freezing conditions – marinas and docks in the winter months.

While many boat owners will winterize their vessels and avoid the blustery, wet conditions, there are still several individuals that access their watercraft in the winter months. From facility managers and maintenance crews to die-hard boating enthusiasts, it’s inevitable that someone will be walking the planks.

PEM Marine Matting is the perfect solution for slippery, wet conditions in the winter months. The matting’s porous construction allows water to pass through, lessening the chances of standing water creating frozen ice patches. Unlike other mats, our matting will not absorb and hold water – a vital benefit for the winter months! Plus, it’s lightweight and installs easily. No more lugging around heavy mats and fumbling with installation. PEM Marine matting can be trimmed easily with a razor to custom fit your facility.

Slip Resistant Matting Boat Docks

PEM Marine Matting waiting to be installed at Sea Pines Resort

PEM Marine Matting waiting to be installed at Sea Pines Resort

For added protection, PEM offers a high-grit application with a top-coating of aluminum oxide “grit”.  Already have PEM installed at your facility? Contact PEM to learn how to apply our high-friction coating to your existing matting!

Slip Resistant Matting High Friction

PEM High Friction Matting

See our High Friction Matting installed on a foot bridge.

Don’t get caught unprepared this winter. Slippery conditions and cold water are a dangerous combination. Learn more about the benefits of PEM Marine Matting for your facility!