Category: Mat Selection & Buying Guides

Construction, utility, and environmental projects often operate in conditions where the terrain is unstable, muddy, or sensitive. Heavy equipment can cause significant ground disturbance if not supported properly, leading to costly delays, safety hazards, or environmental damage. Timber mats are a strategic solution, providing a solid, stable base that enables machinery to function smoothly across Read More

In heavy construction and industrial projects, ground protection is essential for safety, minimizing damage, and ensuring efficiency. While various matting solutions exist, understanding the differences between crane mats and composite mats is key. Crane mats, made from dense hardwood timbers, are built to handle extreme loads and support heavy equipment on rough terrain. Composite mats, Read More

In industries where temporary access is essential, maintaining surface integrity is a constant challenge. Construction zones, utility projects, renewable energy fields, and event setups often require stable ground support in areas prone to soft, uneven, or environmentally sensitive terrain. This is where composite mats provide an effective and durable solution. Engineered to withstand heavy loads Read More

When it comes to mats, they have many uses – the most prominent one being to transport heavy construction equipment across rough or environmentally sensitive terrains. However, another prominent use is to provide maximum stabilization for operating cranes. WHY PLACE A CRANE ON TOP OF A TIMBER MAT? Not only do you want cranes to Read More

The type of project you have, the machinery you use, and the location of construction/heavy lifting are all factors in choosing the most effective mat for your task. Before even deciding the size of mat you need, you first need to determine the actual material and type of mat you need. If you need mats Read More

No two construction jobs are exactly the same. Even if you are building neighboring houses that are exactly the same, what lies beneath the surface is not identical. The same mindset needs to be established when you are choosing your construction, crane, or rig mats. When you are preparing for your next project, there are Read More

When you are looking to purchase or rent timber mats, you often have the choice of using new or used mats. Timber mats are graded according to standards set by the National Hardwood Lumber Association. Since the NHLA’s formation in 1897, a committee of experienced lumbermen has monitored lumber standards carefully and responsibly. Standards can Read More

As we’ve highlighted in our previous blog posts, mats have many uses – ranging from temporary roadways, all the way to oilfields. They stabilize the heavy transportation of equipment across rugged terrains, all while having a minimal impact on the surrounding environment. But most importantly, they keep workers safe. And while all mats are generally Read More