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FAQS

1. Are SimStep floor mats necessary with laminar air flow?
Contamination on feet and wheels contributes over 80% of the particulate carried into a
controlled environment (3M Study). Placing a SimStep mat outside the entry will eliminate
up to 100% of this contamination threat before it ever gets into the cleanroom. This allows
laminar flow and filters to work more efficiently.
2. Will SimStep help if our primary concern is microbial contamination?
Correctly sized, the SimStep mat has been proven to offer 100% microbial decontamination

from both feet and wheels with 3 footsteps or wheel rotations on the high tack surface.
3. Is SimStep FDA approved?
The SimStep mats, correctly sized to meet traffic levels will substantially reduce your
bacteria counts, which will be noted and approved by FDA.
4. Will our aggressive disinfectants harm the SimStep polymer mat?
All standard disinfectants, phenol, quats and bleach at recommended strengths have been
tested on SimStep and do not harm the product.
5. Where are the important areas to place the mats?
Gowning rooms, entryways, airlocks, material pass through, exits and hallways to eliminate
cross contamination – any location where foot and wheeled contamination is a concern.

6. How does SimStep handle heavy equipment carts?
The SimStep surface is strong and capable of handling heavy carts, even fork trucks. All
carts can easily cross the low profile, beveled edged mat. “Motorized” fork trucks and tow
motors cannot turn on the SimStep floor mat surface, but can drive straight across the
mat.
7. Isn´t airborne contamination more of a concern?
Contamination on unprotected floors will reach work surfaces and even shoulder level with
the normal movement of traffic in critical areas. The SimStep mats hold particulate and
bacteria on its surface even with personnel and cart traffic.

This greatly reduces airborne contamination.
8. How does SimStep work?
The unique, 21st Century polymer had a permanent natural tack and an ultra-smooth
surface which offers greater contamination gathering capabilities. In addition, the slightly
pliable polymer conforms to the shape of the shoe or wheel, increasing the number of
contaminants removed by the mat.
9. We use adhesive peel off mats – why choose SimStep?
Please refer to the special section comparing SimStep mats versus adhesive peel off mats.
10. How long will the SimStep mat be effective?
The SimStep mat has a Full 3 Year Warranty and an average 5 year active life.

11. What size SimStep mat do we need?
SimStep Mat is a substantial purchase, not a disposable or supply product. The most
effective size mat is determined by matching the volume of personnel and cart traffic
through an area with the regular scheduled cleaning cycle.