If you have never used any type of hardwood mat in a construction project before, you may be wondering exactly what type of surfaces would benefit from the placement of one of these mats. Either you’ve been fortunate enough to never work on unstable ground, or more likely you’ve worked on projects where mats could… Read more »
No matter what type of industry you work in, if you drive or operate heavy machinery you should be taking full advantage of hardwood mats. If you aren’t already using mats in your day to day operations, you are not only risking damaging your equipment, but you are disregarding the safety of your employees. There… Read more »
Depending on the type of heavy-duty equipment you are operating and where you are working, hardwood mats are essential in order to prevent accidents. From machine damage to injured workers, a variety of things can happen that can be disastrous for your company. Without using hardwood mats, you are neglecting basic safety concerns for both… Read more »
Timber is used for a wide range of products, including the hardwood mats that we manufacture at Ritter Forest Products. In fact, the production of hardwood mats is one of the reasons why timber is still such a popular commodity in the United States. This is especially true in states like Mississippi where timber is… Read more »
Cribbing is used in a wealth of industries as retaining walls. One of the most common uses is in rescue operations where the walls of the endangered site are not stable. Before anyone can be sent in to help, aid workers need to assure that they aren’t going to get stuck in the area as… Read more »
Hardwood mats can be used in a variety of industries for stabilizing surfaces. However, one of our most widely used practices is in the operating of cranes. Using mats is the first step to creating a safe environment for cranes, but is by no means the end of safety protocol. We’ve compiled a list of… Read more »
Hardwood outrigger pads and transition mats are invaluable tools for a wide range of industries. Not only are out outrigger pads made from multi-layered timber, but they are available in a variety of sizes. While this may sound great, you may be wondering what some of the benefits of using outrigger pads are. If you… Read more »
Did you know that hardwood mats are a crucial tool in a wide range of industries? In fact, these mats are used in construction, transportation, and power companies, just to name a few. But how are our mats used across these fields? We’re here to tell you! Many construction jobs involve temporary roads and work… Read more »
Safety has become one of the highest regarded ways of maintaining an effective and efficient work site. With all the “safety celebrations” and attention being brought to maintaining an injury free work place, it is only appropriate that your matting follows suit. Safety starts with proper education. Knowing your equipment, co- workers, and surroundings are… Read more »
There are many benefits that come with using high-quality wood mats, no matter what type of industry you work in. If your day to day operations involve heavy duty machinery, having reliable wood mats available is always a good idea. While some of the advantage may be obvious, were here to run down some of… Read more »
