Category: Mat Selection & Buying Guides
Guides for choosing the right ground protection mat — comparing timber, laminated, CLT, and composite options by load capacity, terrain, and project duration, plus new versus used and rent versus buy.
Composite Mats for Rent: A Versatile Option for Ground Protection
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
BENEFITS OF A CRANE MAT: Q&A GUIDE TO CRANE MATS
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
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MATS AND MATS FOR LIGHTER LOADS: CHOOSING THE RIGHT MAT FOR YOUR PROJECT
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
QUESTIONS REGARDING CONSTRUCTION MATS TO ASK YOUR POTENTIAL MAT COMPANY
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
TIMBER GRADES: HOW USED CRANE MATS ARE GRADED
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
WHAT ARE THE BEST CONSTRUCTION MATS? SELECTING WHAT’S RIGHT FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT
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