{"id":1478,"date":"2015-12-14T03:54:01","date_gmt":"2015-12-14T03:54:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/?p=1478"},"modified":"2015-12-12T13:59:24","modified_gmt":"2015-12-12T13:59:24","slug":"planning-for-a-rainy-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/planning-for-a-rainy-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning for a Rainy Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/planning-for-a-rainy-winter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1480\" src=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/panning-for-rainy-winter.jpg\" alt=\"Planning for a Rainy Winter\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/panning-for-rainy-winter.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/panning-for-rainy-winter-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Business owners across the United States are seeing a unique winter, to say the least. It is clear that winter 2015-16 has been significantly impacted by El Ni\u00f1o, a weather phenomenon that causes warming throughout the Pacific. Weather experts attribute this winter\u2019s higher-than-average temperatures and precipitation to El Ni\u00f1o, warning that southern states are at particularly high risk for flooding and tornados. For thousands of men and women who own or operate businesses throughout the U.S., these abnormal weather patterns have changed what it means to \u201cthink safety\u201d this winter.<\/p>\n<h2>Adjusting to a Rainy Winter<\/h2>\n<p>For those who have planned for winter-as-usual, the current weather might warrant a readjustment of safety priorities and protocols. Of course, this is largely decided by the location of your business. In the Northeast, facilities that have prepared for winter are likely to enjoy milder temperatures with the potential for an above-average yet safe level of snowfall. In the south, however, businesses face a slew of challenges unique to an El Ni\u00f1o-influenced winter. Most notable, according to weather experts at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.weather.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Weather.com<\/a>, include heavy rainfall, flooding, and tornados.<\/p>\n<p>To make adjustments, consider analyzing your facility in zones. This can make it easier to assess how each zone is performing specific goals, like controlling incoming debris and precipitation.<\/p>\n<h3>Zone 1: Exteriors<\/h3>\n<p>The first zone is the exterior of the building. This includes the sidewalk and outside of the entryway that is used as a primary means of entry and exit. The goal in this zone is to proactively minimize the amount of dirt, debris, and moisture that passes through the doorway. This zone is exposed to the elements, so there are two important things to consider. First, commercial matting must be made with a weatherproof material known to withstand heavy rains and fluctuating temperatures. Rubber and polypropylene are two of the most popular options. Second, outdoor mats will not capture 100% of all liquid and debris that pass through. Instead, their job is to reduce debris and liquid inflow, thereby improving conditions within vestibules and lobby areas.<\/p>\n<p>Noteworthy products include the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/waterhog-classic.html\">Waterhog Classic Mat<\/a> and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/rubber-scraper-mat.html\">Rubber Scraper Mat<\/a>. Both are available in large sizes to accommodate for large crowds and big entryways.<\/p>\n<h3>Zone 2: Vestibules<\/h3>\n<p>Vestibules are the next zone to consider (if your facility does not have vestibules, proceed to Zone 3). Within vestibules, there is a great opportunity to give shoes an aggressive \u201conce over\u201d to remove an excess dirt, debris, and moisture still lingering from outside. The most popular products for vestibules are recessed floor mats, since they lie flush to the ground and present a minimal disruption to both foot traffic and swinging\/revolving doors. Recessed grill mats are also popular, especially the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/recessed-grill-pedimat.html\">recessed Pedimat\u00ae<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Zone 3: Lobbies<\/h3>\n<p>The final zone to consider is the lobby, or reception area. This is a dangerous zone for dirt, debris, and precipitation to penetrate. Floors are often smooth and slippery when wet, demanding strategic placement of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/entrance-mats-runners.html\">entrance mats and runners<\/a>. Generally speaking, opt for runner mats if located in an area where precipitation is heavy. Runners also provide value in facilities that are heavily trafficked, offering a greater area of matting material that ultimately cleans and contains more debris.<\/p>\n<h3>Commercial Matting Consultation with Eagle Mat<\/h3>\n<p>This winter, trust the commercial matting and flooring experts at Eagle Mat to help you find the best slip and fall prevention products.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact us online<\/a>\u00a0or call customer service at\u00a0<strong>1-877-333-1018<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/planning-for-a-rainy-winter\/\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/thumbnail-for-excerpts\/tfe_no_thumb.png\" class=\"alignleft wp-post-image tfe\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" \/><\/a><p>Business owners across the United States are seeing a unique winter, to say the least. It is clear that winter 2015-16 has been significantly impacted by El Ni\u00f1o, a weather phenomenon that causes warming throughout the Pacific. 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