Nottingham Railway Station

Nottingham Train Station

Nottingham Railway Station

Nottingham Railway Station the principal transport hub within the city and one of the busiest stations in the East Midlands, accommodates in excess of 8 million passenger entries and exits annually. As a key gateway to the city, the main entrance is subject to constant, high-volume footfall throughout the year, placing significant demands on flooring infrastructure. To meet these demands, there was a clear requirement for a new heavy duty entrance matting system capable of withstanding sustained traffic while effectively controlling the ingress of dirt and moisture. The project focused on enhancing both operational performance and the overall presentation of the station’s main entrance, ensuring it delivers a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for the millions of passengers passing through each year.

#ENTRANCE

Why is Entrance Matting Important for

Transport

Entrance matting plays a crucial role in trapping dirt, moisture and debris carried in by high volumes of passengers, preventing them from being tracked throughout the station. This helps reduce the risk of slip and fall accidents, improves cleanliness across concourse areas, and protects internal flooring from heavy wear caused by constant pedestrian and wheeled traffic.

The CHallenge

Heavy footfall , minimum disturbance

The station’s main entrance faced increasing pressure from sustained high passenger volumes, with the existing flooring solution unable to effectively manage the ingress of dirt and moisture. This resulted in higher maintenance demands, reduced cleanliness, and a decline in overall visual standards within a key gateway area. Additionally, the system lacked the durability required for such a demanding environment, raising concerns around long-term performance and slip resistance, particularly during adverse weather conditions. A further requirement was that any replacement solution needed to be installed with minimal disruption and be fully operational immediately, ensuring continuity within this busy transport setting.

The Solution

Industrial level performance with design aesthetics

Following consultation, the FRONTRUNNER+ system was selected as the most suitable solution for this project. The specification balanced high performance with the practical demands of a busy public environment, including accessibility for pedestrians and wheeled traffic.
Its design allowed for straight forward installation within the existing entrance area, minimising disruption to the facility and ensuring a fast, efficient programme of works. In addition, the system provided a clean, welcoming aesthetic, enhancing the overall appearance of the entrance while delivering effective dirt and moisture control.

PERFORMANCE BENEFITS
Engineered surface design actively removes dirt and debris at the point of entry
Heavy duty absorbent carpet inserts effectively capture and retain moisture, protecting interior floor finishes
Slip resistant surface enhances on-site safety and reduces the risk of slips in wet conditions
Simple installation process: cut to fit and install into recessed matwell or surface mount as required
Cost and environmentally efficient over previous systems
Maintains a clean, consistent and professional appearance across the entrance area
Delivers long-term durability and performance in demanding high-traffic environments
Surface mounted option with additional ramped edge
Available in modular or roll formats to suit project requirements
PRODUCT SPECIFIED
Product Name: Frontrunner+
Insert Type: Scrape / Absorbent Carpet Combination
High moisture absorption via carpet inserts Zeno 600 series ECONYL® regenerated nylon
Phthalate free
Fire Rating: EN ISO 13501‑1: Cfl‑s1
Colours / Finishes: Black or Dark Grey with multiple carpet insert colour options available
Installation Type: Suitable for recessed matwell installation or surface mounting with ramped edging
Manufactured in the UK

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PVC

FRONTRUNNER+

Color: Black

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