In this hub, we’ve linked to useful information to introduce testing ESD flooring. Our information and advice is presented in multi-media formats, including articles, podcast episodes and videos.
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Videos
Standards and Test Methods
StaticWorx Test Kits
StaticWorx Analog Surface Resistance Test Kit is a portable battery-powered instrument designed to measure resistance point-to-point (RTT) and surface to ground (RTG).
StaticWorx Walking Test Kit System helps determine the risk of equaling or exceeding damaging or hazardous HBM discharge voltages in static sensitive facilities.
StaticWorx Portable Walking Test Kit System helps determine the risk of equaling or exceeding damaging or hazardous HBM discharge voltages in static sensitive facilities.
Useful Articles
In Compliance Magazine: Qualifying ESD Flooring
Why You Can’t Rely on Resistance Properties to Predict Charge Generation
StaticWorx Blog: ESD Flooring Qualification Phase: Resistance Testing
Qualification is the first step in selecting an ESD floor. Learn how to perform resistance tests to be sure the floor meets standards.
In Compliance Magazine: Why Resistance Requirements Differ by Industry and Why Standards Matter
Electricity flows through all paths – intended and unintended. We must keep this in mind when we verify the resistance of installed ESD vinyl or carpet tiles.
StaticWorx Article: It’s Critical to Clean Floors and Probes Before ESD Testing
This article explains ESD standards and test methods and describes how to test an ESD floor to determine whether or not it complies with industry standards. To be sure test results are accurate, it’s crucial both the floor and test probes are clean.
Blog Post: 3 Best Ways to Test an ESD Floor to Ensure Reliability
ESD floors are designed to prevent the buildup of static electricity and to dissipate charges from the shoes of people walking on the floor to earth ground. To ensure that an ESD floor is functioning properly, it is important to test it regularly using appropriate methods.
The following test methods ensure that your ESD floor is functioning properly and providing adequate protection against electrostatic discharge.
Read 3 Best Ways to Test an ESD Floor to Ensure Reliability