What is dynamic coefficient of friction?

The coefficient of friction measures a surface’s frictional resistance to a moving object. “Dynamic Coefficient of Friction” (DCOF) ratings are established by a tribometer.

​DCOF ratings are split into three ranges between .0 and 1.0. Floors with higher DCOF ratings (above .42) are safer for customers, employees, clients and patients. Floors with lower ratings are more dangerous. 

HOW DOES SIMIX RATE?

All of Simix’s Ceramic Floor Coatings are rated as high traction by ANSI standard DCOF testing using a tribometer.
Coating
DCOF result
ANSI Standard Range
Simix Ceramic High Shine Coating
.436
High traction
Simix Exterior Ceramic Coating
.511
High traction
Simix Ceramic Floor Coating
.444
High traction

Why does it matter?

Slip, trip and falls are one of the most expensive aspects of running a business. About 85 percent of workers comp claims come from slip-and falls at an annual cost of $70 billion. Falls account for 8 million ER visits every year. Preventing even one slip, trip and fall claim can save your business $20,000.