Slipping properties of ceramic tiles / Quantification of slip resistance

Abstract

Abstract.Regarding the research and application of ceramic tiles there is a great importance of defining precisely the interaction and friction between surfaces. Measuring slip resistance of floor coverings is a complex problem; slipperiness is always interpreted relatively. In the lack of a consistent and clear EU standard, it is practical to use more method in combination. It is necessary to examine the structure of materials in order to get adequate correlation. That is why measuring techniques of surface roughness, an important contributor to slip resistance and cleaning, is fundamental in the research. By comparing the obtained test results, relationship between individual methods of analysis and values may be determined and based on these information recommendations shall be prepared concerning the selection and application of tiles.

Analysis of Surface Properties Determining Slip Resistance of Ceramic Tiles

“…The angle of inclination of both ramp tests and PTV can be represented in the form of the friction coefficient [12]. By adapting this information, a new approach of classification was determined presented in Fig.…”

“…Slip resistance of ceramic tiling can change with use. Different material behave adversely against various chemicals, they also vary in tendency of staining and cleanability [12]. The resistance of chemicals and to staining of ceramic tiles is also a property that shall be declared according to EN 14411 [6].…”

Development ceramic floor tiles with increased shear and pressure strengths

“…The ceramic floor tiles are widely used as building materials both for interior architectural purposes in the living and public buildings and for hygiene purposes in the dairy, meat, food and other industries [1][2]. Because of this circumstance there are several research works which are studying, analyzing and describing the physical, chemical, thermal, acoustic and morphological properties both of the used raw materials and the sintered glazed or unglazed floor tiles [3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12]. Generally the production lines of wall and floor tiles industry are used fast drying and sintering technology with roller furnaces of less than 50 minutes cold to cold firing cycle.…”