Segments - Industrial Floor Mats Market by Type (Anti-static, Anti-fatigue, Anti-slip, Scrape, and Others), Use (Dry Area and Wet Area), Material (Rubber, Foam, Gel, Vinyl, Fiber, and Others), Distribution Channels (Online and Offline), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global Industrial floor mats market size was valued at nearly USD 1.1 Bn in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 1.7 Bn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period, 2023–2031. Growing adoption of safety measures in floor mats in industries and rising ergonomic demands are estimated to fuel the market.
Industrial floor mats are majorly used as matting for modular floor mat systems, for impact protection, for gaining traction, and for worker comfort. They offer functional features such as electrostatic discharge protection or ribbed are also available. Industrial floor mats are used to increase worker productivity reduce maintenance of floor canvasing, and avoid health risks for workers, thus increasing their demand in the market.
Several types of materials are used for manufacturing industrial floor mats. Chemical-resistant mats have chemically inert materials. Ribbeds or mats with holes prevent the creation of greasy, slippery surfaces by improving traction and drainage as per the end-user requirement. These mats find applications such as dairy cattle flooring, flooring for gyms, dog kennel flooring, welding, and building entrances.
The market report finds that the COVID-19 pandemic restricted the industrial floor mats market due to lockdown restrictions and shutting down of industries decreasing the intake of manpower at workplaces. The demand for these mats from the consumer products industry declined heavily due to the shift in consumer preferences from luxury goods to essential commodities during the pandemic.
Growing awareness about safety enhancements for workers and technological advancements are driving the industrial floor mats market. Growing awareness about safety enhancements for workers and technological advancements are driving the industrial floor mats market.
Industrial floor mats are designed to keep the floors safe from scratching in high traffic, as they have antimicrobial treatment and traction tread features. Furthermore, these mats provide protection and safety from accident-prone areas and special workplace hazards, thus propelling the market growth in the forecast period.
The heaviness of the mats is a major restraint of the industrial floor mats market. The need for dry fitting during installation hampers the market. Lack of proper knowledge about placing the mats properly is further expected to restrain the market. Poorly placed mats are expected to create hazards; sharp mat edges further cause the risk of cuts which is expected to restrain the market.
Increasing spending patterns by industries to make work environments comfortable for their workers is likely to fuel the industrial floor mats market during the forecast period. The use of industrial floor mats for anti-slip materials safety and providing comfort for workers with standing tasks is likely to bolster the market.
The report on the global industrial floor mats market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Industrial Floor Mats Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016 – 2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023 – 2031 |
Segmentation |
Type (Anti-static, Anti-fatigue, Anti-slip, Scrape, and Others), Use (Dry Area and Wet Area), Material (Rubber, Foam, Gel, Vinyl, Fiber, and Others), and Distribution Channels (Online and Offline) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
3M.; American Mat Rubber; Cintas Corporation; Eagle Mat and Floor Products; NoTrax; Wearwell LLC; ALECO; Forbo Holdings; Unifirst; Bergo Flooring; Birrus Matting Systems; Floor Mat Company; Milliken & Company; Crown Matting Technologies; Apache Mills; Superior Manufacturing; and Minimizer. |
In terms of type, the market is divided into anti-static, anti-fatigue mats, anti-slip, scrape, and others. The anti-fatigue segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecasted period, due to the high use of these mats for work involving standing for long hours to decrease foot pain, back pain, and stress on joints.
Anti-fatigue mats are springy and reduce the foot fatigue of workers standing for long lengths of time. Industrial floor mats are being used extensively to provide comfort in harsh weather conditions, which is likely to drive the segment.
The anti-slip segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years, due to the enhanced foot grip provided by industrial floor mats. Anti-slip mats provide high traction for increased safety, particularly in wet conditions is likely to boost the segment.
Based on use, the industrial floor mats market is bifurcated into the dry area and wet area. The dry area segment is expected to expand at a significant pace during the projection period, owing to their high use in warehouse floors with high foot traffic.
Dry area industrial floor mats provide frictional resistance and resistance to oil & chemicals and grease due to the use of superior fabrics, which is expected to boost the segment. The wet area segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market, owing to the growing applications in several wet environments such as showers, kitchens, pool areas, and workstations.
Microfiber or cotton industrial floor mats have absorbing capacities of 24 to 27 times the moisture of their weight; thus, they are extensively used in various industries. Rising need to keep visitors and employees safe is likely to boost the employment of industrial mats in wet areas, which is likely to fuel the segment.
On the basis of material, the market is divided into rubber, foam, gel, vinyl, fiber, and others. The rubber segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market due to the enhanced durability of these mats. The use of rubber granules in manufacturing enhances the resistance to liquids and acts as anti-slip materials on floors.
Rubber is applied on the bottom side, as it prevents the mat from slipping, while a soft absorbent foam material is used on the top. Softness and resiliency alongside color fading resistance qualities of rubber materials are likely to boost the segment during the forecast period.
The vinyl segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market due to the enhanced traction provided by vinyl, which is a plastic polymer. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) floor materials do not absorb water and beautification of the mats through the development of surface patterns, which is possible on vinyl floor mats. This, in turn, is expected to boost the segment in the coming years.
On the basis of distribution channel, the market is categorized as online and offline. The offline segment is projected to hold a high revenue share in the market, owing to bulk buying of industrial mats through physical stores and retail shops. Enhancing the safety of the industrial workplace is a major concern for management. The physical examination of materials is preferred by buyers, which is likely to support the high-volume growth of the segment in the coming years.
The online segment is anticipated to gain a high revenue share, thereby boosting the market in the coming years to come through the door-to-door service provided by sellers. Bundled offers through sales events are a major attraction for bulk purchases, which is likely to boost the segment in the coming years. Moreover, new launches by major players to boost online sales are expected to boost the segment.
The global industrial floor mats market has been segmented on the basis of
Players in the global industrial floor mats market are American Mat Rubber; Eagle Mat and Floor Products; NoTrax; Wearwell LLC; 3M.; Floor Mat Company; Milliken & Company; Crown Matting Technologies; Apache Mills; ALECO; Forbo Holdings; Unifirst; Bergo Flooring; Birrus Matting Systems; Floor Mat Company; Milliken & Company; Crown Matting Technologies; Apache Mill; Superior Manufacturing; and Minimizer.
These companies are using strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaboration, and product launches to increase their presence. The competitive landscape covers key insights into growth strategies adopted by major market players.