Food Production Mats

The food industry has a unique set of requirements which our mats are designed to solve. From anti-fatigue and anti-slip mats to keep workers safe and productive through to anti-microbial and tacky mats to help keep the food processing environment clean and hygienic.

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Food Production Mats: Safety, Hygiene & Compliance for Food Processing Environments

In food production and processing facilities, safety and hygiene are paramount. The right matting plays an active role in providing slip-resistant surfaces, controlling contamination, supporting anti-fatigue comfort, and maintaining the hygiene standards required for HACCP compliance.

What Are the Key Requirements for Food Production Mats?

  • Slip Resistance: Oils, greases, water, and food debris create serious slip hazards in production areas. Mats must maintain reliable traction even in contaminated or wet conditions.
  • Hygiene & Anti-Microbial Protection: Mats in food production areas must not harbour bacteria. Anti-microbial mats prevent the growth of bacteria, fungi, and microorganisms on the mat surface.
  • Contamination Control: Entry points to production areas must be controlled to prevent dirt, debris, and bacteria from being tracked in from outside.
  • Anti-Fatigue Support: Food production workers spend long hours on their feet on hard floors. Anti-fatigue matting reduces physical strain and fatigue, supporting productivity and staff wellbeing.
  • Durability & Easy Cleaning: Mats must withstand heavy use, frequent cleaning, and exposure to oils, chemicals, and cleaning agents without deteriorating.

What Types of Food Production Mats Are Available?

Grease-Proof & Anti-Slip Mats

In areas where oils and greases are present on the floor, specialist grease-proof matting is essential. Our Cushion Flow Grease-Proof Anti-Slip Mat provides excellent traction even in the presence of oils and greases. For general anti-slip coverage in high-traffic areas, our Rubber Scrape Anti-Slip Scraper Mat removes debris and enhances safety underfoot.

Anti-Microbial Mats

Preventing bacterial growth on mat surfaces is critical in food production environments. Our Cushion Flow Anti-Fatigue Mat incorporates an anti-microbial treatment that prevents the growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms.

Sticky Tack Contamination Control Mats

Controlling what enters production areas is as important as what happens inside them. Our First Step Anti-Microbial Sticky Tack Mats use a pressure-sensitive adhesive surface to lift and retain fine dirt, dust, and contaminants, preventing them from reaching food production areas. Browse our Sticky Tack Mats range for more.

Anti-Fatigue Roll Matting

For production lines, packing stations, and other areas where workers stand for extended periods, anti-fatigue roll matting provides essential cushioning and support. Our Heronair Anti-Fatigue Roll Matting reduces fatigue and discomfort, helping staff stay focused, comfortable, and productive.

Heavy-Duty Roll Matting

For high-traffic walkways and wet floor areas, heavy-duty roll matting provides durable, slip-resistant coverage. Our Vynagrip Heavy Duty Anti-Slip Roll Matting and Floorline Anti-Slip Roll Matting are both well-suited to demanding food production environments.

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How Do Food Production Mats Support Hygiene Compliance?

Maintaining a clean and hygienic production environment is a regulatory requirement in the food industry, and matting plays a direct role in supporting compliance. Poorly chosen mats can harbour bacteria, become a source of cross-contamination, or introduce contaminants to production areas.

The right food production mats address these risks by:

  • Incorporating anti-microbial additives that continuously inhibit bacterial and fungal growth on the mat surface
  • Using closed-cell construction that does not absorb moisture or harbour bacteria in the mat material itself
  • Providing flow-through drainage that moves liquids away from the standing surface, reducing the conditions in which bacteria thrive
  • Offering easy-clean surfaces that can be hosed down, mopped, or, in some cases, machine-washed as part of regular cleaning routines
  • Controlling contamination at entry points with sticky tack mats that capture fine particles before they reach production areas

How Do I Clean and Maintain Food Production Mats?

In food production environments, mat cleaning must be integrated into the facility’s regular hygiene programme. The right cleaning approach depends on the mat type and the level of contamination in the area.

  • Hose down or pressure wash rubber and anti-fatigue mats regularly to remove food debris, oils, and residues
  • Use food-safe cleaning agents compatible with the mat material (check manufacturer guidance before using chemicals)
  • Some anti-fatigue mats, such as the Cushion Flow, can be cleaned in a commercial dishwasher alongside kitchen equipment for convenience
  • Peel and replace layers on sticky tack mats when saturated
  • Inspect mats regularly for signs of wear, damage, or deterioration and replace promptly when necessary
  • Lift and clean beneath mats as part of scheduled deep cleans to prevent moisture and debris from accumulating on the floor beneath
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Why Choose Trusted Mats for Food Production Mats?

Our food production mat range covers every area of the food processing facility, from grease-proof anti-slip mats and anti-microbial matting to contamination control sticky tack mats, anti-fatigue production line matting, and heavy-duty roll matting for walkways and wet areas. All products in our food production range are selected to meet the hygiene, durability, and safety requirements of the food industry.

Browse our full range or contact our team for guidance on choosing the right food production mats for your facility.