Want your anti-fatigue purchasing research to be quick and simple? Seton is here with some helpful information. First, remember why you need to purchase the anti-fatigue mat. Anti-Fatigue Mats are designed to reduce stress, joint and leg fatigue. Benefits include increasing traction against slipping, improving productivity and overall increase morale for your employees.  There are four main categories to consider when researching for anti-fatigue mats:

• Size-Make sure workers will have enough surface for their workspace. Find out their normal pattern of movement throughout the day to ensure they will be standing on the mat as much as possible.
• Surface- Consider how much wear and tear the mat will get everyday and over time.  Will equipment, machinery, forklifts, and employees constantly be on and off? If so, check out the extra durable surface mats.
• Thickness-Typically, the thicker the mat the more comfort it provides. You must take into account the base and plate though. Example-A 1/2″ thick mat with a deck plate surface has less of a sponge base than a 1/2″ thick mat without a special surface.
• Application-All types of anti-fatigue mats resist moisture and most chemicals, but is that all they will be expose to? Example-Water is a common element that is forgotten. Only those mats formulated to be constantly in wet areas should be bought if that is the case.

Remember, anti-fatigue mats are only one category.  Seton offers an extensive line of mats and carpets designed to host a variety of different needs.  Other types of matting include Entrance and Office Mats, Specialty Mats, Safety Messaging Mats, Foam Mats and more!

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Today is Flag Day in the United States.   To celebrate Flag Day take a moment to reflect how the flag represents the United States.  Instead of giving you a history lesson, I’ve come across some interesting Flag Facts…

• The flag is normally flown from sunrise to sunset.
• In the morning, raise the flag briskly. At sunset, lower it slowly. Always, raise and lower it ceremoniously.
• The flag should not be flown at night without a light on it.
• The flag should not be flown in the rain or inclement weather.
• After a tragedy or death, the flag is flown at half staff for 30 days. It’s  called “half staff” on land ,and “half mast” on a ship.
• When flown vertically on a pole, the stars and blue field , or “union”, is at the top and at the end of the pole (away from your house).
• The American flag is always flown at the top of the pole. Your state flag and other flags fly below it.
• The union is always on top. When displayed in print, the stars and blue field are always on the left.
• Never let your flag touch the ground, never…period.
• Fold your flag when storing. Don’t just stuff it in a drawer or box.
• When your flag is old and has seen  better days, it is time to retire it. Old flags should be burned or buried. Please do not throw it in the trash.

And remember if your in the market to purchase a new flag always think  Seton! We offer a variety of sizes and poles.

Source: www.holidayinsights.com

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Did you know that the US Environmental Protection Agency estimates that paper and paperboard account for almost 40% of our garbage? For copy and printing paper alone, 3.7 million tons of paper is used annually. With so many going green efforts out there, the majority of workplaces have a recycling program in place.  It is important to take time to evaluate your program or get started to initiate one today! A successful recycling program needs to be simple and convenient for all everyone involved. Here are some basic tips to ensure your program is working to the full potential.

• Location- Place recycling containers in the most relevant spots as possible. This includes exits and entrances at work stations, desks, next to machinery, near mail rooms, printers, faxes, and lunch rooms. The more convenient and widespread around your facility the better.
• Labels- Mark all recycling containers with signs and/or labels to distinguish what can and cannot be placed inside.
• Monitor- Watch all the trash cans on a regular basis to see if anything could be recycled instead of being thrown out.
• Educate- Explain to employees why they should participate in recycling at your facility and educate them on the do’s and don’t of your program.
• Systems- In high traffic areas, sometimes it is better to make sure any type of recycled material can be placed there. Whether this is paper, cans, bottles,  Seton carries are plenty of containers and bins available to divide the items.

Do you recycle on a daily basis? Does your company? Take a minute to think about your habits and look over these tips for improvement.  Practice makes perfect.

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