Maintenance to improve overall presentation and maintain safety from slippery surfaces.
Our steps
have been covered using an astro-turf type product for the last 4-5 years. This
was originally applied to remove the risks of golfers walking over potential slippery
surfaces.
Initially
this looked and worked very well; however over a period of time the astro-turf
has become worn, torn and untidy in appearance. Any deterioration to the steps/timber
also goes unnoticed as it cannot be seen under the astro-turf. To replace some
coverings using astro-turf to a set of steps is also a costly exercise.
After
evaluating the presentation of the steps and the on-going problems faced,
including costs, it was decided to consider a change in the maintenance
practice.
A product
was sourced called Gripclad. For a number of years now the Golf market has
recognised the long term benefit of
using this product on slippery sleepers and timber steps. Many Golf Clubs around the country are
now using this product.
Gripclad Cleats
can be applied to Railway Sleepers, Club Entrance Steps, Trolley Ramps, Bunker
Steps, Viewing Platforms, Footbridges, walkways and even on Grass Cutting
Machinery footplates. The product has a diamond hard anti-slip composite surface and offers a tough, durable surface
ensuring safety on the course. The
expected lifespan of this product is 40 years + dependent on conditions and
traffic.
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| The sheets are fixed to the timber using an adhesive sealant and screws |
This product will now be applied periodically to all the steps replacing the existing astro-turf.
Some steps will have also become rotten and unsafe and will require new timber replacement where necessary.
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| The 18th Tees Steps |
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