ickeslipande

Ickeslipande is a term used in safety engineering and materials science to describe surfaces, coatings, and products that resist slipping. The word is a compound of icke- (not) and slipande (slipping), indicating non-slip performance. In practice, ickeslipande surfaces aim to maintain traction under wet, oily, or otherwise challenging conditions and are common in floors, stairs, ramps, footwear soles, and vehicle interiors.

Design and materials: Approaches include texturing, micro- or macro-scale roughness, rubberized coatings, abrasive particles, and mechanical features such as dimples, ribs, or skid-resistant inserts. Materials used include rubber, polyurethane, vinyl, coatings with ceramic beads, and metal textures. The term is used in Swedish-speaking safety literature and is often contrasted with more slippery surfaces.

Testing and standards: Slip resistance is typically quantified by a coefficient of friction (COF) measured in standardized tests. Common methods include pendulum tests and tribometer-based measurements in dry and wet conditions. Standards and guidelines emphasize maintaining ickeslipande properties through regular cleaning, wear management, and surface maintenance, recognizing that contamination and wear greatly affect performance.

Limitations: No surface is permanently non-slip; performance depends on footwear, movement, contaminants, and wear. Regular inspection is advised in high-traffic areas.

See also: Slip resistance, Anti-slip coating, Floor safety, Tribology.