Add grip protection to ramps and loading edges

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Guide to adding grip protection to ramps and loading edges

Ramps and loading edges need grip where feet, trolleys and equipment create repeated wear needs a coating build that gives grip, wear resistance and controlled surface preparation before the first coat goes on. This guide focuses on the specified Mipa and MP products for creating a durable anti slip finish on ramps and loading edges.

What do you need to add grip protection to ramps?

Surface keying and manual preparation

MP Fine sanding pad gives the ramp or loading edge a cleaner mechanical key before coating. Use it to scuff sound paint, dull glossy areas and prepare edges where a coating can otherwise lift first.

Mipa PU 350-50 anti slip topcoat

Mipa PU 350-50 is the main semi gloss 2K PU anti slip coating for walkable machine parts, steps, floors and constructions. It is suited to brush or roller work when a durable grip surface is needed.

Mipa Protector black with Grip Additive

Mipa Protector black creates a tough textured protective finish, while Mipa Grip Additive increases slip resistance for foot traffic areas. This method suits black textured utility surfaces where extra grip matters.

Hardeners and thinner for the coating stage

Mipa PUR Plus Hardener A60, Mipa 2K Hardener H10 short and Mipa 2K Thinner Normal V25 support compatible Mipa 2K coating work. Use the component named by the technical sheet for the chosen coating and application method.

How to coat ramps and loading edges for better grip

  1. 1
    Clean and inspect the surface

    Remove loose paint, rust, dirt, oil and standing moisture from the ramp or loading edge. Any weak edge or flaking layer should be corrected before a grip coating is applied.

  2. 2
    Create an even surface key

    Scuff the ramp or loading edge with the MP sanding pad, paying extra attention to front edges, corners and glossy patches. A dull and stable surface helps the coating bond more consistently.

  3. 3
    Choose the anti slip coating method

    Use Mipa PU 350-50 when the job calls for a 2K PU anti slip topcoat. Use Mipa Protector black with Mipa Grip Additive when a black textured protective finish is the better match.

  4. 4
    Mix only the compatible 2K components

    Measure hardener and thinner according to the matching product information, then mix carefully before application. Do not exchange hardeners between systems unless the technical data allows it.

  5. 5
    Apply, cure and check grip areas

    Apply an even coat over the traffic area and keep edges well covered. Let the coating cure fully before putting the ramp or loading edge back into use, then inspect high wear edges regularly.

Which grip coating method suits a ramp or loading edge?

For a coloured anti slip PU finish

Choose Mipa PU 350-50 when a semi gloss 2K anti slip paint in the required colour group is the main finish.

For a black textured protective finish

Choose Mipa Protector black with Mipa Grip Additive where a tougher black utility surface and stronger texture are preferred.

For narrow edges and small zones

Mipa Protector 2K Spray can help on limited black textured areas, especially where aerosol application is more practical than mixing a larger pack.

Technical details

  • Mipa PU 350-50 is a 2K polyurethane acrylic anti slip coating with DIN EN 16165 R11 slip resistance approval in the official product information.
  • The PU 350-50 system uses the hardener and thinner routes specified by Mipa, including A60 for suitable brush application and compatible Mipa PU hardeners where listed.
  • Mipa Protector 2K Spray is a black 2K polyurethane acrylic protective aerosol for robust textured surfaces on heavy duty vehicle and utility areas.
  • Anti slip coatings depend strongly on cleaning, abrasion, dry substrate condition and correct curing before traffic returns.
Practical suggestion

For ramps, keep the coating practical rather than decorative. Focus on surface key, even texture and the areas where shoes or wheels first contact the edge.

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