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If you manage a facility that relies on electronics, static electricity poses more than just a nuisance. It’s a genuine risk to uptime, equipment, and, ultimately, your bottom line.
1st Line of Defense
Maintaining indoor humidity levels between 40–60 percent can significantly reduce static buildup, especially during colder months when dry air dominates.
2nd Line: People and Process
ESD smocks, antistatic gloves, wrist straps, and clear grounding protocols all help limit the charge employees can generate and transfer to sensitive components.
For some facilities, those measures may be enough.
The Last Line: ESD Flooring
In some environments, even a small discharge can damage product or disrupt production. That’s when ESD flooring becomes part of the strategy. Static-control flooring like our StaticStop products create a consistent, controlled path to ground beneath every step taken across the facility. Unlike temporary coatings or surface treatments, a properly engineered conductive or static-dissipative floor provides continuous protection without adding maintenance burdens.
What’s your strategy for managing static? If you don’t have one or aren’t sure how effective it is let’s talk. Call us at 508-583-3200 or send us an email. We’re happy to learn more about your environment, share insights, and help identify the right solution.
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