NoTrax 417 Bubble Sof-Tred Anti-Fatigue Mat — 3' x 6' x 1/2", Dyna-Shield, Dry Areas

NoTrax 417 Bubble Sof-Tred Anti-Fatigue Mat overview

The NoTrax 417 Bubble Sof-Tred Anti-Fatigue Mat is a 3 ft x 6 ft x 1/2 in closed-cell PVC sponge mat for medium-duty dry work areas. Its standout is the Dyna-Shield top layer — a tough protective barrier over the foam that NoTrax says extends service life by about 50% and improves tear resistance and tensile strength — paired with a non-directional industrial bubble surface that adds traction from any direction and sweeps clean. Beveled edges on all four sides taper it to the floor to reduce tripping, and the closed-cell foam puts a barrier between feet and a cold floor. See our best ergonomic equipment guide and the ergonomics collection.

How it sits in the range: the 417 is a genuine step up from the light-duty 410 Airug — thicker at 1/2 in (vs 3/8 in), medium duty, and rated "Better" rather than "Good" on NoTrax's own anti-fatigue, slip and wear scales — but it's still a dry-area mat, and "Better" isn't their top heavy-duty tier. For a bigger or thicker footprint, compare the Guardian Air Step and the Vergo extra-thick mat, or the Featol standing mat. A mat is one layer of standing comfort — pair it with supportive footwear or anti-fatigue insoles.

Where the NoTrax 417 Bubble Sof-Tred Anti-Fatigue Mat fits

It's the medium-duty dry standing-workstation mat for people on their feet a full shift: assembly and packing benches, inspection and QC stations, machine shops, lab benches, retail and service counters, and print or mail rooms with dry floors. Choose it over the 410 when you want more cushion and a longer service life and can spend more. Where it's not the tool is a wet or greasy floor (use a drainage or grease-rated mat), an ESD-sensitive bench, or a welding and hot-work area (the vinyl can melt). Standing workers also benefit from the right footwear — see our slip-resistant work shoes and work boot insoles guides, and the safety footwear guide.

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Specifications

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Frequently asked questions

What is the NoTrax 417 made of, and what is Dyna-Shield?

It's a closed-cell PVC sponge with NoTrax's Dyna-Shield top layer — a tough protective barrier over the foam that NoTrax says extends service life by about 50% and improves tear resistance and tensile strength versus an unprotected sponge surface.

How is the 417 Bubble Sof-Tred different from the 410 Airug?

The 417 is the step up: a 1/2 in thick, medium-duty mat with a Dyna-Shield top and a non-directional bubble surface, rated Better for anti-fatigue, slip and wear. The 410 Airug is a 3/8 in, light-duty mat with a ribbed top rated Good. Both are dry-area mats — the 417 gives more cushion and a longer service life at a higher price.

Is the 417 for wet or dry areas?

Dry areas only. NoTrax rates the Bubble Sof-Tred for medium-duty dry work floors — it isn't a drainage mat and isn't rated for wet or greasy areas, where you'd use a purpose-built wet-area or grease-resistant mat instead.

What does the bubble surface do?

The non-directional industrial bubble pattern adds traction underfoot from any direction and works with the sponge to cushion standing workers. It's also embossed so it sweeps clean easily.

How thick is it, and how much does it weigh?

It's 1/2 in thick — more cushion than the 3/8 in Airug — and NoTrax lists it at about 0.83 lb per square foot, so this 3 x 6 ft (18 sq ft) mat works out to roughly 15 lb.

What duty level is it rated for?

Medium duty. On NoTrax's own scale the 417 earns Better badges for anti-fatigue, slip resistance and wear resistance — a mid-priced, high-performance mat rather than their top-tier heavy-duty option, and a clear step above the light-duty 410.

Are the edges a trip hazard?

All four edges are beveled to taper the mat to the floor and cut the trip risk, but a mat is still a floor edge. Lay it flat on a clean, dry floor, keep it from curling, and keep it clear of busy thresholds and doorways.

Is it grease or chemical resistant?

No — it's a dry-area mat. For kitchens, machining or areas with oil, grease or chemicals, use a mat specifically rated for wet or grease-resistant duty; a dry-area sponge mat there can get slick and wear faster.

Is it anti-static (ESD) or rated for welding?

No. PVC sponge isn't an ESD/anti-static mat and isn't rated for hot work — keep it away from welding sparks, hot slag and open flame, which can burn or melt the vinyl. Use a proper ESD or welding mat for those jobs.

Does it meet any material or fire compliance notes?

NoTrax lists the 417 as REACH compliant with a US Fire Rating of Pass, and free of DOP, DMF, ozone-depleting substances, silicone and heavy metals. These are manufacturer material and compliance notes, not a third-party slip-certification rating.

What sizes and colors does it come in?

This listing is the 3 x 6 ft size. The Bubble Sof-Tred line comes in many cut sizes and full rolls, and in black, black-with-yellow-border and gray — check the listing for the color of this specific unit.

Does a mat replace good footwear and ergonomics?

No. A better mat helps, but pair it with supportive footwear or anti-fatigue insoles, sit-stand rotation and breaks. The mat is one layer of a standing-comfort setup, not the whole fix.

Reviewed by Steven Eaton, WC Safety. Specifications reflect NoTrax's published data for the 417 Bubble Sof-Tred with Dyna-Shield; it is a medium-duty, dry-area comfort mat — not a wet/grease/ESD/welding mat or a medical device — so match the mat to your floor and pair it with sound ergonomics.