Grypmat Non-Slip Flexible Tool Mats

Authorized Distributor & Stockist | As Seen on Shark Tank

Revolutionary Non-Slip Tool Organization

Airpart Supply is an authorized distributor and stockist of Grypmat, the innovative non-slip flexible tool mat designed by a veteran United States Air Force F-16 mechanic. Grypmat was invented by Tom Burden, who served as an Air Force jet mechanic working on F-16 aircraft. Frustrated by tools sliding off curved aircraft surfaces and wasting time searching for lost hardware during maintenance operations, Burden developed the Grypmat as a practical solution to keep tools organized and accessible at extreme angles. The product gained national attention when Burden appeared on Season 9 of ABC's Shark Tank in November 2017, securing a deal with Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, and Sir Richard Branson for $360,000. Since then, Grypmat has become an essential tool for mechanics, technicians, DIY enthusiasts, and professionals across aviation, automotive, and industrial sectors. Made from a proprietary silicone-polymer blend, Grypmat provides an insane grip on virtually any surface while remaining flexible, chemical resistant, anti-static, non-magnetic, and heat resistant up to 500°F (260°C). The mats are available in three sizes to accommodate different job requirements.

See Grypmat in Action

Watch how Grypmat keeps tools organized and prevents them from sliding on any surface.

Why Choose Grypmat for Your Tool Organization?

Insane Grip Technology

Arguably Grypmat's most defining feature is its exceptional gripping ability. The proprietary silicone-polymer blend creates incredible surface adhesion without any adhesives, magnets, or mechanical fasteners. The mat grips onto virtually any surface including metal, wood, plastic, composite materials, and painted surfaces. The unique chemistry enables it to hold tools at angles up to 70 degrees without sliding or falling, while still allowing easy placement and removal. This revolutionary grip works on flat surfaces, curved aircraft panels, angled engine components, vertical walls, and uneven work areas. The mat stays exactly where you place it, eliminating the frustration of tools sliding away during critical maintenance operations.

Surface Protection

Using Grypmat provides a protective barrier between your tools and work surfaces, preventing scratches, dents, and damage to painted finishes, polished metal, composite materials, and sensitive aircraft skins. The extra-thick material construction ensures your Grypmat acts as the line of defense protecting valuable aircraft, vehicles, and equipment from tool impacts. This is particularly critical when working on Cessna aircraft, Piper aircraft, or any precision equipment where surface damage could compromise safety or require expensive repairs. The soft, flexible material prevents marring while maintaining its protective properties even after years of heavy use.

Tool Accessibility & Organization

Grypmat revolutionizes tool organization by providing immediate visual accountability of all tools and hardware. The bright safety orange color (Grypmat's signature color) ensures you never lose sight of your tools while working, making it easy to identify missing items before closing up an access panel or completing an inspection. Compartmentalized sections keep small fasteners, washers, cotter pins, and hardware organized and separated by size or type. This prevents mixing hardware during engine maintenance, avionics installations, or structural repairs. The mat's versatility means you can have your tools exactly where you need them, when you need them, whether working under an aircraft belly, inside a confined avionics bay, atop engine cowlings, or on curved fuselage surfaces.

Flexibility & Durability

The silicone-polymer construction makes Grypmat extremely flexible and conformable to any shape or surface contour. The mat bends, folds, twists, and rolls to fit into tight spaces, around obstacles, or into toolboxes for transport, always returning to its original shape without permanent deformation. This flexibility allows placement on curved aircraft panels, angled brackets, cylindrical components, or irregular surfaces where traditional rigid tool trays cannot function. Despite this flexibility, Grypmat is incredibly durable and resistant to tearing, puncturing, or degradation from normal shop use. The material withstands repeated flexing, heavy tool loads, impacts, and extreme temperature variations without losing its grip or protective properties.

Prevents Tool Loss

Tool loss is a serious problem in aviation maintenance, leading to FOD (Foreign Object Damage) risks, expensive tool replacement costs, and time-consuming tool accountability procedures. With Grypmat, your tools aren't going anywhere. The combination of grip technology and compartmentalized organization means sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, and small hardware stay exactly where you place them, even when working on vertical surfaces or inverted positions. This is particularly valuable for Lycoming engine work, magneto installations, or any maintenance where dropped tools could fall into inaccessible areas or damage critical components. Many aviation facilities report dramatic reductions in tool loss incidents after adopting Grypmat.

Chemical Resistance

Grypmat is manufactured from a specialized polymer-silicone blend with exceptional chemical resistance properties. The material safely withstands exposure to aviation fuels (Avgas, Jet-A), engine oils, hydraulic fluids (including Skydrol), solvents (MEK, acetone), degreasers, cleaning agents, battery acid, brake fluid, and virtually all chemicals commonly encountered in aircraft maintenance environments. This chemical resistance means you can use Grypmat confidently during fuel system work, hydraulic repairs, engine servicing, or when using aircraft cleaning products without worrying about material degradation or contamination. The mat won't absorb fluids, won't become tacky or sticky from chemical exposure, and maintains its grip and protective properties even after repeated contamination.

Built-In Measurement System

The Large and Medium Grypmat sizes feature a built-in ruler system molded directly into the mat surface, providing convenient measurement capabilities without needing a separate measuring tool. This integrated ruler allows quick measurements of bolt lengths, gap dimensions, wire runs, or component sizing during maintenance operations. The ruler markings are permanent and won't wear off with use, cleaning, or chemical exposure. This feature is particularly useful during inspections, when verifying hardware dimensions, or when working in confined spaces where accessing a separate measuring device would be inconvenient.

Flame & Heat Resistance

Grypmat is flame resistant and heat tolerant up to 500°F (260°C), making it safe for use in high-temperature environments. The material won't ignite from welding sparks, won't melt when placed on warm engine components, and maintains its properties when used near heat sources. This heat resistance is critical for aircraft maintenance where work may involve warm engines, exhaust systems, or operations near heat-generating equipment. Mechanics can safely place Grypmat on engine cowlings immediately after shutdown, near brake assemblies after landing, or in engine compartments without worrying about heat damage. The flame-resistant properties also provide an additional safety margin during maintenance operations involving hot work or proximity to potential ignition sources.

Anti-Static Properties

The material formulation includes anti-static properties that prevent electrostatic discharge buildup during use. This is particularly important when working with sensitive electronic components, avionics equipment, or in environments where static electricity could damage circuits or create safety hazards. Grypmat won't generate or accumulate static charges that could damage expensive avionics, engine control modules, or other electronic systems. The anti-static properties also mean the mat won't stick to or cling to other surfaces due to static electricity, providing a safer and more convenient work environment for electronics maintenance and installations.

Non-Magnetic Design

Unlike magnetic tool holders that can interfere with sensitive instruments or become problematic around metal surfaces, Grypmat is completely non-magnetic. This non-magnetic design means the mat won't get stuck to or be difficult to remove from steel aircraft structures, engine blocks, or metal work surfaces. It won't interfere with compass systems, electronic sensors, or magnetic-based instruments. The non-magnetic property also prevents the mat from attracting metal shavings, chips, or debris that could contaminate tools or work areas. This is particularly valuable when working around avionics bays, near navigation equipment, or in precision maintenance environments where magnetic interference must be avoided.

Easy Cleaning & Maintenance

Maintaining Grypmat couldn't be simpler - just wash with soap and water and the mat returns to like-new condition. The non-porous silicone surface won't absorb oils, fuels, or contaminants, making cleanup quick and effective. Simply rinse under running water, scrub with soap if needed, and air dry or wipe clean. The material won't stain, won't retain odors, and maintains its bright safety orange color even after years of use and cleaning. This easy maintenance ensures your Grypmat stays sanitary, professional-looking, and fully functional throughout its service life. The ability to quickly clean and reuse the mat makes it practical for daily shop use where multiple jobs may involve different fluids or contaminants.

Trusted by Aviation Professionals

Grypmat was designed by an Air Force mechanic for aircraft maintenance applications, and it has been adopted by major aerospace organizations including NASA, the United States Air Force, and commercial aviation operators worldwide. The product's origins in F-16 maintenance operations ensure it meets the demanding requirements of aircraft technicians. Since appearing on Shark Tank and receiving investment from Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, and Sir Richard Branson, Grypmat has expanded globally while maintaining its focus on aviation and professional maintenance markets. The tool mat is now used across general aviation, business aviation, commercial airlines, military operations, and MRO facilities throughout Europe and worldwide.

Complementary Aviation Supplies

As an authorized Grypmat distributor, Airpart Supply also stocks comprehensive aviation parts and supplies to support your maintenance operations. We offer Red Box Aviation tool kits, aircraft hardware, Sky-Tec starters, Plane Power alternators, corrosion prevention products, fire safety equipment, and parts for Lycoming and Continental engines. This allows you to consolidate purchasing through a single trusted European supplier for both tools and aircraft components, with shipment from our Dublin, Ireland facility to locations throughout Europe.

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Authorized Grypmat Distributor

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