Conductive and Static Dissipative mats are designed to protect sensitive equipment by draining static electricity from workers before they come in contact with susceptible equipment or chemicals. This is necessary in sensitive applications as discharge could destroy a computer or cause fire to ignite in the case of chemicals or liquids. Personnel walking or moving in a chair fitted with castors very quickly gather static electricity. Electrically Conductive mats disperse static electricity quicker than static dissipative mats, which make electrically conductive matting more commonly used around highly sensitive equipment or components.

It is recommended that conductive and dissipative matting be grounded for maximum effectiveness. An economical, anti-static matting for static sensitive areas, the SOFT STEP ANTI-STATIC ESD mat is easily adapted to suit almost any area. Designed with bevelled edges to prevent trips, and protect operators and workers from static build up, Soft Step also reduces fatigue from prolonged standing. Grounded via a 10mm stud fitted to the mat, maximum performance is guaranteed when used in conjunction with the floor mat grounding wire.