Tag: slip testing

Slip testing: Expert Q&A

What is a good slip rating? Is there more to slip resistance than identifying slippery surfaces? Here we chat with materials testing specialist Kate Tonkin, head of the finish evaluation department at Stone Initiatives. Kate shares some insights into the methods, processes, risks and responsibilities around slip resistance testing. Interview with Kate Tonkin What kind of surfaces do […]

Expert Q&A: Slip testing for netball courts

Materials testing specialist Kate Tonkin answers what you need to know about slip resistance testing for netball courts – from tips on reducing the slipperiness of a court, to guidance on testing frequency and when to consider resurfacing. What slip resistance standards or guidelines relate to netball courts in Australia? New surfaces (or relayed/resurfaced courts) should be slip […]

Snapshot: Kate Tonkin, Co-Director

From netball courts to luxury hotels, Kate Tonkin has evaluated all types of flooring and surfaces right around Australia. Get to know Kate, Co-Director and Materials Testing Specialist (Finishes Evaluation Services) at Stone Initiatives. What inspired you to work in stone and materials testing? I joined the team at Stone Initiatives in 2011, when my children were young […]