frictioninfo Findlay Irvine are world-leading experts in measuring skid resistance for roads, having been manufacturing Continuous Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME) for over 20 years. Currently in use in over 100 countries worldwide, GripTester MK2 is the world’s most versatile, robust and deployable continuous friction measuring device available. It is perfect for full network surveys, spot tests and accident sites, or anywhere there is a skid resistance deficiency that needs investigated. With the ever reducing budgets available to road operators it is now more important than ever that savings are made wherever possible while still achieving the highest safety standards. By implementing a structured, planned approach to maintenance, cost efficiencies can be achieved. As skid resistance is a good indicator of the condition of a pavement, implementing a regular annual testing policy can not only save lives but return real budget savings. Annual skid resistance surveys will highlight areas where the surface is degrading and when combined with accident data it can help target maintenance planning, thereby reducing maintenance costs on your network. By implementing a skid resistance policy and robust testing procedure, road network operators can protect themselves from litigation and help justify maintenance decisions. The inclusion of skid resistance testing in an asset management plan will help Engineers maximise the whole-life cost savings on their network and save lives.

frictioninfo GripTester MK2 from Findlay Irvine is a fast deployable solution for continuous skid resistance measurement, allowing easy regular testing and helping to provide the data needed for regular monitoring. It is ideally suited for both rural and urban environments due to the trailer-based system that allows operators to manoeuvre around the network with ease. The controlled Automatic Water Delivery system outputs a constant computer controlled theoretical water film depth without input from the operator making it easier to achieve consistent, comparable results. The Roadbase software...