Reliable surfaces are critical for safer roads. We specialise in high friction road surfacing that significantly reduces the risk of skidding and accidents. Our HFST Anti-Skid Treatments provide a durable, textured finish to enhance vehicle control in wet and dry conditions. With over 26 years of experience and more than one million square metres of calcined bauxite surfacing installed across Australia, we lead the industry in safety, quality, and innovation.
Our proprietary OzGrip HF system, a two-part cross-linked epoxy resin, offers unmatched performance in Australian road conditions. Whether at intersections, steep inclines, or high-risk black spot areas, our solutions ensure maximum traction, shorter braking distances, and safer roads for everyone.
Importantly, our products exceed industry targets for skid resistance depth and texture testing, meaning they consistently outperform standard benchmarks. This higher level of durability and grip results in a longer-lasting surface, reduced maintenance requirements, and a greater return on investment for clients, particularly in safety-critical projects like high friction surfacing. By delivering both immediate and long-term safety outcomes, our solutions help reduce the national road toll and improve overall infrastructure performance.
When it comes to protecting lives, precision and expertise matter. Trust us for high friction road surfaces that deliver proven, measurable results.
High friction road surfacing is a specialised treatment designed to reduce skidding and improve vehicle control. This process involves applying calcined bauxite aggregate to the road surface using a durable epoxy resin system like our OzGrip HF. The result is a highly textured, skid-resistant finish that enhances grip, even under heavy braking or wet conditions.
By increasing surface friction, this treatment helps to shorten braking distances and reduce accident risks. High friction road surfaces are particularly effective in high-risk locations such as intersections, pedestrian crossings, roundabouts, sharp bends, and steep inclines.
Our high friction surfacing solutions are engineered for durability, ensuring long-lasting safety and performance. We apply our expertise to create safer roads, delivering peace of mind to drivers, engineers, and road authorities alike.
High friction road surfaces play a critical role in preventing accidents and improving overall road safety. By enhancing surface grip, these treatments significantly reduce vehicle skidding, especially in hazardous areas where braking distances are crucial. This makes roads safer for all users, from drivers to pedestrians.
Investing in high friction road surfacing delivers measurable safety improvements and long-term value. Our solutions are designed to enhance road performance, reduce accidents, and optimise infrastructure longevity. Here are the key benefits of our high friction treatments:
Calcined bauxite is the key to effective high friction road surfacing. This natural, hard aggregate is created by subjecting high-grade bauxite to extreme heat, increasing its alumina content and enhancing its physical hardness. These properties make calcined bauxite ideal for maintaining skid resistance and road safety.
When applied using our OzGrip HF epoxy system, calcined bauxite offers unmatched durability and performance. The sharp edges of the aggregate resist polishing under vehicle wear, maintaining optimal grip over time. As traffic exerts pressure, the calcined bauxite micro-fractures, creating fresh, sharp surfaces that continue to provide excellent friction.
This unique quality ensures the surface remains skid-resistant throughout its design life, making calcined bauxite far superior to other aggregates. Unsurprisingly, public sector standards specify calcined bauxite for critical safety applications.
Australia’s Black Spot Program is a vital government initiative aimed at reducing road trauma in high-risk areas. With over $10 million in annual funding, this program supports infrastructure upgrades designed to lower accident rates and save lives, targeting a 50% reduction in serious injuries and fatalities by 2030, and zero road deaths by 2050.
High friction surfacing plays a critical role in these projects. Locations identified as black spots often include intersections, roundabouts, and braking zones with a documented crash history. Our OzGrip HF system, using calcined bauxite and cross-linked epoxy resin, is specifically engineered to exceed government safety benchmarks, meeting stringent depth and anti-skid resistance requirements to deliver lasting safety improvements.
GRMS is trusted to carry out these works not only because of our advanced technology but also because of our TMR Level 3 certification for high friction surfacing in Queensland — the highest level attainable, held by only two contractors. This certification reflects both our track record and the performance of our materials in real-world conditions.
By helping councils and road authorities deliver on black spot funding objectives, GRMS provides a proven return on investment, reducing crashes and improving safety outcomes where it matters most.
We have built a national reputation for delivering high-performance road surfacing solutions that focus on safety, innovation, and long-term value. Our expertise is backed by decades of hands-on experience and a strong commitment to improving road infrastructure through advanced materials and technology. With industry certifications in safety, quality, and environmental management, and affiliations with key organisations such as ARRB, PCCP, TMAA, and RIAA, we ensure every project meets rigorous standards of excellence.
GRMS also holds the highest level of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) certification for high friction surfacing — Level 3 — in Queensland, making us one of only two contractors in the state with this level of qualification. This certification is not easily earned; it reflects extensive field experience and proven product performance, both of which must pass rigorous testing and evaluation. It stands as a clear demonstration of our capability to deliver high-quality, safety-critical surfacing in some of Australia’s most demanding road environments.
Our approach goes beyond installation. By investing in research and development, we’ve introduced game-changing innovations like MAXIMUS, a fully automated surfacing truck that streamlines application and boosts efficiency. From addressing critical risk areas to extending the life of existing roads, we provide solutions that are as practical as they are effective. When performance and reliability count, we deliver outcomes that make a real difference on Australian roads.
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High friction treatments are ideal for high-risk areas such as:
Calcined bauxite is extremely hard and retains sharp edges under traffic wear. This makes it highly effective at maintaining skid resistance over time, unlike other aggregates that polish smoothly.
When applied correctly, high friction road surfacing can last 10-15 years or longer, depending on traffic volumes and conditions. The durability of the OzGrip HF system ensures long-lasting performance.
Typical installations can be completed in as little as 2-4 hours, depending on the project size. This allows for minimal disruption to road users.
Our OzGrip HF system is free from carcinogenic solvents and harmful chemicals, making it a safer choice for workers and the environment. All materials are packaged in bulk, reusable containers, helping to reduce our carbon footprint and environmental impact.
By increasing surface friction, this treatment helps reduce vehicle skidding, shorten stopping distances, and improve control, especially during wet conditions or sudden braking.
We hold third-party certifications in Occupational Health & Safety Management, Quality Management, and Environmental Management. We are also members of ARRB, PCCP, TMAA, and RIAA, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Yes, our OzGrip HF system can be applied to a variety of surfaces, including:
