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Non-slip swimming pool matting can be used in a variety of applications, whether it is for personal use, community use or within a workplace, Polymax has a large variety of pool matting to offer. Our customers range from Private Spa Resorts and Community Leisure Centers, using our anti- slip as pool matting, to charitable organisations such as trinity house and the RNLI requiring safety for their personnel aboard sea vessels. Our non slip matting can also be used in working environments such as clubs and bars, providing safe walking areas where spillages may occur. The anti-slip matting comes in a range of colours and thickness to suit your preference. The Range Our first anti-slip mat Is the FLOORLINE pool matting roll, a strong and flexible PVC matting roll that boasts resistances to chlorine, oils and salt water, making this an ideal solution for swimming pools and areas around open water swimming. Continue reading →

Polymax Playground Polymax have been manufacturing playground flooring for 50 years, understanding that a quality product matters especially when children are involved. The Polymax PLAY tiles have been designed with the safety of children as the number 1 priority. Polymax playground floors are manufactured using high grade environmentally friendly recycled rubber materials and the premium tiles are designed to be UV resistant, allowing the playground floors to maintain their colour, integrity and finish over a long period of time. The non-premium tiles need to be maintained if they are being placed outside, the Polymax floor care kit is ideal for enhancing the longevity of the tiles. [gallery size="large" ids="1803,1805,1804"] Continue reading →

CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, Polymax has seen an increase in demand for supplies for manufacturing medical equipment. We can provide components suitable for use in the manufacture of ventilator machines and PPE face shields. Silicone Diaphragm Material Rubber Gaskets - Cut to Shape Machine Feet (Screw-on and Stick-on) Silicone, Viton and Nitrile O-Rings Adhesive Backed Foam Silicone...

We are closely monitoring the ongoing developments of the Coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) worldwide and would like to reassure our customers that we are taking all necessary precautions to mitigate disruption to our service. This is an unprecedented event, affecting global manufacturing and supply chains; and whilst we are currently able to process most orders within agreed lead times, we may...

Replacing a critical component can be difficult to get right, especially if you do not have the original machine specifications. Thankfully, there are a few ways to identify oil seals; from their design, size and material. As there are hundreds of different oil seals available on the market, this guide will cover the four most common design types. Typically available with either a single or double lip, in Nitrile or Viton Rubber Material. Continue reading →

  Installing a van mat is one of the easiest ways to improve your van. If you are tired of the standard metal flooring in your cargo bay, covering it with high-quality rubber matting can smooth out uneven surfaces, provide better grip and add insulation to your vehicle. Better yet, it will not break the bank! High-quality rubber matting comes in at a small price for years of service, even in the toughest work environments. There are plenty of types to choose from. this guide will go through some of the different materials and give some tips for installation. Continue reading →

In November, Polymax sponsored the PhD student research showcase at the School of Engineering and Materials Science at the Queen Mary University of London. Our Head of Marketing, Julia Strudwick, spent the day at the Industrial Liaison Forum, meeting the students before presenting the award to three winners. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn about the current research projects in development across the faculty with almost 80 students participating in the poster competition. The students exhibited their work in the prestigious ‘Octagon’ hall which is used for a variety of events and graduation ceremonies. The winners were selected by a panel of judges made up with academics from the Materials Engineering, Bioengineering and Aerospace Engineering divisions. Continue reading →

We now sell over 6,300 oil seals on our website! Lip seals or rotary shaft seals are vital components for all types of engineering machinery. As a result, we've created a guide our guide to help you choose the correct seal for your application, you can then continue to our new Oil Seal section to make your purchase. What are they? Oil Seals are used in driveshafts, crankshafts and hydraulic cylinders where a rotating shaft is lubricated by oil or grease. They are metal caps covered in rubber with a garter spring supporting the inner lip. Continue reading →

Rubber flooring installation is a specialist job and we always recommend hiring a professional floor fitter. At The National Institute of Carpet and Floor Layers, you’ll be able to find a fully-qualified fitter near you. However, if you are fitting the flooring yourself we provide a comprehensive Flooring Guide for both rolls and tiles. Continue reading →

Earlier this year we launched a new mud flap printing service for our range of rubber mudguards with a great response from our customers. So we've put together a little more information about our printing capabilities to help you get the best results out of your design. "We were very impressed with the quality of the print on the mud flaps. Although its early days at the moment the print seems to be wearing extremely well. The quality of the rubber also exceeded my expectations." - North Farm Horton. Continue reading →