The Mat Group Anti-Fatigue + Industrial Matting — Quick Reference
The Mat Group is an AU-distributed anti-fatigue + entrance + industrial floor matting brand — used across workplaces for worker comfort + slip prevention + contamination control. WHS workplace ergonomics requires matting at sustained-standing workstations.
| Mat Type | Best For |
|---|---|
| Anti-Fatigue Mat (Workstation) | Sustained standing — workshop benches + machine operation + production lines |
| Anti-Fatigue Mat (Wet / Drainage) | Food + bev + wet workstations — drainage holes prevent slips |
| Entrance Matting (Indoor) | Trapping dirt + moisture at building entry |
| Entrance Matting (Outdoor + Scraper) | Aggressive dirt removal — outdoor entrance approach |
| Anti-Static (ESD) Mat | Electronics + sensitive equipment workstations |
| Welding Mat (Fire-Resistant) | Spark + spatter resistance under welding bay |
| Chemical-Resistant Mat | Solvent + acid + chemical workstations |
| Carpet Tiles + Walk-Off Carpet | Office + reception + permanent install |
| Heavy Industrial Mat (Rubber) | Heavy-traffic + impact-absorbing — engineering workshops |
WHS benefit: Anti-fatigue matting reduces lower-back + leg + foot fatigue from sustained standing — workplace ergonomics standard in production + machine-operation + assembly bays. Reduces lost-time injury rates over time. Critical: Match mat material to workstation hazards — chemical mats for chemical bays; fire-resistant mats for welding; ESD mats for electronics. Companion: safety equipment, safety footwear, cleaning + janitorial.
The Mat Group Anti-Fatigue and Industrial Matting for Australian Workplaces
The Mat Group is an Australian-distributed brand of anti-fatigue mats, entrance matting, and industrial floor mats used widely across Australian workplaces for worker comfort, slip prevention, and contamination control. For Australian businesses managing the workplace ergonomics that long-standing work demands and the slip hazards that wet or oily floors create, the right matting reduces injury risk and improves worker productivity. AIMS Industrial supplies The Mat Group range to trade and industrial customers nationwide.
The matting categories we stock
- Anti-fatigue mats — cushioned matting that reduces leg, back, and joint fatigue from sustained standing work
- Industrial entrance mats — heavy-duty mats for capturing dirt, water, and contamination at workplace entrances
- Wet-area mats — drainage matting for kitchen, brewery, food processing, and wet workshop environments
- Anti-slip mats — high-traction matting for slip-hazard areas
- Static-dissipative mats — for electronics assembly and sensitive instrumentation work
- Welding and high-temperature mats — for welding bays and high-heat environments
Where anti-fatigue matting earns its place
- Production lines — workers standing in fixed positions for extended shifts
- Workshop benches — fitter, mechanic, and assembly work
- Reception and service counters — customer-facing standing work
- Kitchen and food preparation — chef stations and prep areas
- Retail checkout stations — cashier and service desk positions
Why workplace matting matters
Long-standing work without proper matting is a known contributor to workplace musculoskeletal injuries — leg fatigue, back pain, foot disorders, and reduced productivity. Anti-fatigue mats with appropriate compression and rebound characteristics reduce the static load on workers' joints, encouraging the small postural shifts that maintain circulation and reduce fatigue. For Australian workplaces under WHS obligations to minimise workplace injury risk, anti-fatigue matting is a recognised control measure for standing-work hazards.
Material and durability
Quality industrial mats use polyurethane, nitrile rubber, or PVC compounds engineered for the specific environment. Anti-fatigue mats need adequate compression-rebound for fatigue reduction without becoming spongy. Wet-area mats need slip-resistant surface texture and effective drainage geometry. Welding mats need fire-resistant material that doesn't generate fumes when sparks land. The Mat Group range is engineered for these specific applications rather than offering general-purpose mats stretched across uses they don't suit.
Sizing and configuration
Mats are stocked in standard sizes (typically 600mm × 900mm and 900mm × 1500mm for anti-fatigue) and continuous roll lengths for fitouts. Custom sizes and shapes are available on request for specific workplace requirements. Edge ramping (chamfered edges) prevents trip hazards at mat boundaries — important for entrance and high-traffic mat installations.
Companion ranges at AIMS
The Mat Group sits alongside our broader workplace safety range — see safety tapes and labels, safety signs, safety boots, and respiratory protection for the related products.
Need help speccing matting for a workplace, production line, or specific environment? contact our team — we'll match by application, foot traffic, and durability requirements.
People Also Ask — The Mat Group Anti-Fatigue Mats
Q: What's an anti-fatigue mat designed to do?
Anti-fatigue mats reduce the physical strain of standing on hard floors for long periods. They have a slightly cushioned surface that encourages micro-movements in the leg muscles, improving blood flow and reducing fatigue compared to standing on concrete or tile. Used in workshops, factories, retail counters, kitchens, and anywhere staff stand for extended shifts. The Mat Group is a leading Australian supplier of industrial anti-fatigue matting.
Q: Which mat type suits a wet or oily workshop floor?
For workshops with oil, coolant, or water on the floor, choose drainage-style mats with holes through the mat that let fluid pass through to the floor below. Solid mats trap fluid on top of the mat, creating a slip hazard. Many drainage mats also have non-slip top surfaces and tapered edges to prevent trip hazards. Match the drainage style to the specific contamination — fine drainage for water, larger holes for swarf and oil mix.
Q: Do anti-fatigue mats need to be glued down?
Most don't — quality industrial mats have non-slip bases that keep them in position under normal foot traffic without adhesive. Adhesive installation is typically only for entrance mats or where mats need to permanently align with floor markings. Avoid using mats that slide on the floor — they create more trip hazards than they solve. Check the mat's base material; rubber-bottom mats grip better than smooth-bottom.
Q: How thick should an anti-fatigue mat be?
12mm-18mm is the workshop and standing-task range — enough cushion to reduce fatigue without becoming unstable for fine work. Thicker mats (20mm+) suit very long standing shifts. Thinner mats (8-10mm) suit retail and office where the cushion is more for comfort than fatigue reduction. Excessive thickness becomes unstable for tasks requiring precise foot placement, like ladder work or fine welding.
Q: How long do anti-fatigue mats last?
Quality industrial mats last 3-7 years in continuous workshop use, depending on traffic, contamination, and maintenance. Signs of replacement: surface cushion has compressed and no longer recovers, edges are curled or torn (trip hazard), or the mat has visible damage that compromises its non-slip properties. Routine sweeping or hosing extends mat life significantly compared to letting debris accumulate.