Ground protection mats are a key piece of equipment for construction companies to have on hand. Whether you need to protect a lawn from heavy equipment traveling across it or you are creating a temporary road at the build site where you don’t want to turn the road into mud, these mats deliver the protection you need.
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With 4x8 feet of coverage per mat, the AlturnaMats Ground Protection Mats from Greatmats can create a large walking area or a temporary roadway at a residential site or at a construction site. Each mat measures 1/2 inches in thickness and can support loads up to 120 tons.
At a coverage size of 3x8 feet, the VersaMats Diamond Foot Mats from Greatmats have a non-traditional size for those who need to create a custom-sized temp roadway. Each of these mats withstands a load of up to 120 tons and carries a limited lifetime warranty.
For those who need smaller protection mats to enhance portability, the Black Ground Protection Mats from Greatmats measure only 2x8 feet in size. This saves quite a bit of weight versus the typical 4x8 foot mat. These smaller mats still can support up to 120 tons of load and still offer cleats to enhance traction for foot or vehicular traffic.
Large 4x8 foot protective mats can be difficult to carry in and out of place, but the Liberty Ground Protection Mats include hand holes that simplify moving the mats and stacking them for transport. These 1/2-inch thick mats include a textured surface pattern to improve traction and can support loads up to 80 tons.
When you need to leave the yard protection mats in place for a few days, using the Clear Ground Protection Mats from Greatmats is a smart idea. These mats use a transparent plastic design that allows some sunlight to reach the grass underneath, helping the grass remain viable during days of extended usage of the mats.
Lisk Landscape Innovations makes use of heavy equipment to eliminate standing water in the yard or basement for customers. The New Jersey business selected clear plastic protection mats from Greatmats that allow sunlight to reach the grass. These mats protect the lawns of customers as employees move the equipment back and forth on a project that could take a few days.
When working in tight conditions in residential areas to trim or remove trees, Whispering Tree Service in Virginia needed a way to protect the beautiful lawns and landscaping of their customers. The service researched its options before selecting our ground mats, which offered both smooth surfaces and cleat surfaces for extra traction, meeting different use cases the business faced.
For Industrial By Products LLC, dealing with the spring thaw in Minnesota left the company with difficult working conditions when trying to move large trucks over soft ground for weeks in the early spring. By deploying Greatmats’ protective mats, though, the company was able to create temporary roadways that could support loads up to 120 tons that allowed them to work successfully at any time of the year.
To maximize value and ensure your crane mats meet project needs, follow these best practices when buying and using them:
Document your equipment specs (e.g., weight, outrigger loads), terrain conditions, and intended use (e.g., crane stabilization, temporary roadway). This ensures you select mats with the right size, type, and load capacity.
For example, a 60-ton all-terrain crane on a wetland site requires 8-inch-thick timber mats, while a lighter excavator on firm ground may use 6-inch laminated mats.
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Partner with trusted vendors like Eiffel Trading, Buckeye Mats, or Ritter Forest Products, which offer a range of new and used mats with detailed grading and load-bearing specs. Buckeye Mats, for instance, maintains inventory across 80+ locations for quick delivery, shipping over 6,000 truckloads in .
Check supplier expertise—Buckeye Mats boasts 14 years in the business with 59 years of combined team experience, ensuring they can recommend mats tailored to your site.
For used mats, inspect for cracks, warping, or bolt damage. Ensure lifting bolts are intact, as they simplify loading and installation. Mats with excessive wear (Grade C) may be discounted but should be used cautiously for heavy loads.
Request prior application history to assess stress levels. A Grade A mat used for light roadway access will outlast a Grade B mat used under a 200-ton crane.
Mats are stackable and easy to transport, but delivery timelines vary. Suppliers like Buckeye Mats provide accurate delivery updates through dedicated logistics teams, ensuring timely arrival.
After use, sell unused mats to recoup costs and free up storage space. Timber mats can rot if left outdoors, so store them in dry, covered areas to preserve their 5-year lifespan.
Opt for custom sizes if standard dimensions don’t fit your needs. Suppliers like Buckeye Mats partner with sawmills to offer tailored solutions, such as 12-inch x 4-foot x 16-foot transition mats for enhanced safety.
Seek suppliers offering site assessments. Buckeye Mats provides free evaluations to recommend mats based on terrain and equipment, reducing the risk of under- or over-specifying.
Crane mats are built for multiple project cycles. If you don’t plan to reuse them, sell them on platforms like Eiffel Trading’s marketplace, where there’s high demand for Grade A, AB, and B mats.
Selling used mats not only recovers part of your investment but also saves on storage costs, which can be significant if you store equipment offsite.
By following these tips, you can select crane mats that align with your project goals, budget, and timeline, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
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