Innovation Timeline

Wearwell is dedicated to innovation, providing solutions and most importantly to optimizing overall productivity and increasing the comfort of standing workers.

Over the past 20 years, Wearwell has been first to market with many products that have constructively moved the market and changed the industry. The following are those that most revolutionized the concept of anti-fatigue matting.

 

Pur-Comfort Innovation

2008 - Pur-Comfort No. 504

Autoclavable Mat Innovation

2007 - Autoclavable Mat No. 580

The original autoclavable mat for sterile environments. Designed for use in operating rooms, pharmacies where medicines are mixed, laboratories, radiology rooms and HazMat areas, this unique mat is non-porous and totally anti-microbial. True to its name, it will withstand extensive autoclaving at 275 degrees Farenheit and 15 psi. This remarkable mat was created for hygenic areas where emplyees were previously not allowed to use mats. back to top

 

Tile-Top Antimicrobial Innovation

2007 - Tile-Top AM No. 420

Has the same timeless appeal and exceptional feel as original Tile-Top SpongeCote, but is now 100% anti-microbial. The improved, permanently anti-microbial surface is able to destroy micro-organisms on contact and can result in a significant reduction of air-borne contaminants. This non-porous vinyl surface is also constructed with an extra wear layer for exceptional abrasion and chemical resistance. The mat's exceptional comfort comes from its micro-pure™ sponge base. This unique Nitrile rubber composite is specifically designed for exceptional resilience and long life, and also offers permanent anti-microbial properties. back to top

 

Grade A THE Food Production Mat Innovation

2006 - Grade A THE Food Production Mat No. 482

The first mat specifically designed for food production facilities. While other mats have been sold to food production facilities, Grade A™ is the first with a design that virtually eliminates areas where food particles can collect. This clean, functional design with built-in handles and an anti-microbial rubber compound have sent this mat to the top of the new product charts. back to top

 

OutFront Reversible Scraper Mat Innovation

2006 - OutFront Reversible Scraper Mat No. 227

A revolutionary reversible outdoor scraper mat that lasts twice as long as other outdoor mats and functions in all seasons. back to top

 

ErgoDeck SOFT Innovation

2006 - ErgoDeck SOFT

A softer version of the original ErgoDeck™, it appeals to those who desire extra comfort. back to top

 

2005 - The Customer Portal

Immediate and secure 24/7 access to specific customer account information. Wearwell customers can access specific account information including: open orders, shipping information, closed orders and invoices. In addition, orders can be placed and quotes requested. back to top

 

ErgoDeck Open Innovation

2004 - ErgoDeck

The first 18"x18" supersized modular ergonomic tile that locks together to create a seamless “floor above a floor.” The ErgoDeck™ system is designed for heavy-duty production environments where durability and productivity are key. We attribute much of its phenomenal success to its total functionality and patented interlock design. back to top

 

2004 - Cutting Fluid Resistant Rubber

Wearwell's breakthrough formulation has yet to be duplicated. CFR stands for Cutting Fluid Resistant and will withstand the effects of mineral oil-based cutting fluids. back to top

 

Diamond-Plate with GritWorks! Innovation

2002 - Diamond-Plate w/ GritWorks!
No. 416

A brilliant idea that emerged from the auto industry. We were asked if we could combine the comfort of Diamond-Plate with the traction of GritWorks!®. The answer was a resounding "yes!" And the product that was created is perfect for areas where grease and oil are tracked. back to top

 

1999 - Specifications for all mat products.

Wearwell was the first company to thoroughly test our products and then proudly list all product test results in the catalog. We follow ASTM protocol and use an independent test laboratory. back to top

 

Rejuvenator Innovation

1998 - Rejuvenator No. 501

The original and still totally unique encapsulated urethane sponge mat. Virtually indestructable, this combination of tough outer urethane skin and resilient inner urethane sponge gives the product the durability to provide many years of comfort.
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GritWorks! Innovation

1997 - GritWorks! on Molded Rubber

The first high traction molded rubber anti-fatigue mats. The goal was to make one of our most comfortable “wet area” mats slip-resistant as well. So we created the first rubber molded mats with a high traction, gritted surface. Buoyed by the success of these GritWorks!™ products, we improved them five years later by developing a cutting fluid resistant formulation (CFR) and enhancing the COF (coefficient of friction) of the grit. Our latest innovation of this line is a petrochemical resistant Nitrile compound, exceptionally unaffected by petroleum and hydrocarbon based fluids. back to top

 

WeldSafe Innovation

1996 - WeldSafe No. 447

The original mat for spot welding areas. A practical solution, WeldSafe withstands hot metal shards and provides exceptional comfort in an application where no mats would work before. Its surface has an extremely high melt point that resists pock-marking when exposed to sparks and small shards.
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UltraSoft Diamond-Plate Innovation

1994 - UltraSoft Diamond-Plate No. 414

We took the best product on the market, Diamond-Plate SpongeCote®, and made it even better. Thicker, softer, and longer-lasting than the original, UltraSoft soon began to outsell original Diamond-Plate and spawned a market for extra-thick, super high performance anti-fatigue mats. back to top

 

1994 - Free Facility Assessments

We are the first company to offer free environmental and mat usage evaluations. These Facilities Assessments became invaluable to the companies that requested them. The recommendations totally simplify the planning and purchasing process. Now, the program is so popular that it's a regular part of sales calls. back to top

 

Ergo-Stance Innovation

1992 - Ergo-Stance

A one of a kind, dual density sponge base on this unique mat reinforces the principle of dynamic ergonomics. back to top

 

Electrically Conductive Anti-fatigue Innovation

1992 - Electrically Conductive
Anti-fatigue No. 786

The first anti-fatigue mats to meet the unique needs of the emerging tech industry. These mats combined static control with professional grade comfort. Initially designed for the semiconductor industry, these products quickly became popular in regular industrial settings. Over the next few years we rounded out the line with several molded rubber anti-fatigue mats and a popular table-top mat for the electronics industry. back to top

 

Diamond-Plate SpongeCote Innovation

1989 - Diamond-Plate SpongeCote
No. 415

The #1 best-selling industrial mat of all time and the anti-fatigue mat that redefined the industry. Diamond Plate SpongeCote® virtually took the market by storm, because it was the first truly industrial mat with a sponge backing. back to top

 

WorkSafe Light Innovation

1987 - WorkSafe Light No. 478

The first lightweight rubber drainage mat designed to optimize human performance. To this point, all rubber anti-fatigue mats were at least ¾” thick and very heavy. We designed WorkSafe Light to offer the same comfort with 40% less weight. This simplified maintenance and dramatically reduced the potential for back strains. back to top

 
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