12 ANTI-SLIP GRATINGS


A decade of DeckSafe T


his October, DeckSafe Solutions turned ten years old, so we took this opportunity to review its


impact on the marina industry, take a look at some of their successes over the years and find out what’s next.


Decksafe Solutions was created in 2010 when sister company, GRP specialists Step on Safety, recognised that the requirements of water-based industries needed unique solutions and some very specialist expertise. While there is still a little crossover, the DeckSafe team now take care of all the marine, offshore, airside and utilities clients (water, gas, electric and nuclear). Glass Reinforced Plastic or


Polymer (GRP), also known as fibreglass or FRP, has been a staple of the leisure boating industry for years, providing a lightweight, rot-proof alternative to wooden or steel hull construction. The growth now is in the marinas themselves; the same qualities that make GRP ideal for use on boats also make it perfect for creating safe, strong and slip-proof pontoons, jetties, ramps and waterside decks. It is impervious to salt water, will never fade, warp or corrode and doesn’t need painting or staining. If a less ‘industrial’ look is


required, Wood Plastic Composite


environments for staff and visitors alike. We asked the team what the


highlights of the last ten years have been for them and the following answers demonstrated the tremendous versatility of the product: “We were approached to design, manufacture and install a new anti-slip surface to the access ramp at Tower Lifeboat Station situated on the River Thames in central London. The team came up with a cost-effective design for a new ramp surface utilising our solid top GRP grating. However, the location and age of the steel structure created several challenges during installation, which, through close liaison with the client, we managed to successfully overcome. As a result, the RNLI now has a brand new, non-slip ramp that can be safely used in all weathers. “A Merseyside client asked


DeckSafe GRP grating at the RNLI’s Tower Lifeboat Station.


(WPC) decking looks and feels like traditional timber boards, but offers longevity with minimal maintenance requirements. It is a practical choice for use on the waterside and in clubhouses, restaurants and leisure complexes. As the quiet Winter season


approaches, marinas large and small will be turning to DeckSafe’s GRP and WPC solutions to upgrade, expand and improve the facilities they offer, creating safer


us to provide a slip-resistant solution to the slippery timber decking around the prestigious U-Boat Story museum. Our DDA compliant Quartzgrip® Decking Strips installed by our own expert fitters, ensured over 450 sq m of timber decking was slip-free, allowing the public to view the


Slip-resistant solution for visitors to U-534 on Merseyside. MARINA INDUSTRY • OCTOBER 2020


GRP mini mesh grating on a walkway alongside HMS Endeavour.


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