Heavy equipment is frequently used on construction sites, but its use often introduces additional considerations. On many sites, whether the surface you’re working on is improved or unimproved, it is necessary to employ measures to protect the ground. Equipment like cranes and loaders can cause damage to the surface or to buried utilities without these measures, so if you’ll be moving heavy equipment at your project, you need a heavy duty solution.
Crane mats from Ritter Forest Products help to protect the surface of the ground and underground utilities from damage while operating or moving heavy equipment like cranes. Crane mats are also used to stabilize equipment during heavy lifts by providing a solid work surface. Another common use of crane mats is to build temporary roads to avoid damage to unimproved surfaces and to prevent equipment becoming stuck in soft ground. Hardwood timber crane mats are the ideal solution for supporting heavy equipment and keeping it stable when transporting it to or around a job site.
Dragline mats, sometimes also called digging mats, are frequently used by equipment contractors and pipeline contractors. Heavy equipment like excavators and other off road equipment can cause considerable damage to the ground surface during transport and operation. Dragline mats are the perfect solution for moving track equipment to and around a job site without causing ground surface damage. These mats are also easy to use, and feature cables or exposed bolts to make them simple to lift and reposition wherever they are needed.
Ritter Forest Products manufactures high-quality, hardwood timber crane and dragline mats. Our mats are designed and built to stand up to heavy loads and help make operations on poor ground conditions that are common on construction job sites more manageable. Both dragline and crane mats are available for sale or rent, and delivery is available nationwide. To learn more or to request a quote, call Ritter Forest Products at 800-426-9570 today.
