When it comes to maritime shipping and transportation of heavy machinery, you want to make sure the equipment you use in the process will be able to get the job done while also protecting the machinery. That’s where the full range of mats from Ritter Forest Products can help.
Our mats can be used in myriad different ways to help make maritime shipping easier. For example, a dragline mat would be perfect for machinery when they are coming off the boat. Not only would the mat serve as a stable temporary bridge, but it would also protect the boat from possibly being damaged by the machine’s weight.
Now we all know sometimes the seas can be unpredictable. When they are, ships run the risk of materials and whatever else is on board moving around and slamming into each other. To help prevent this, shoring material could be used. These portable beams can be used to help keep machinery and other heavy items separated and in place, ensuring they don’t get damaged while the boat travels to its next port.
When the ship arrives and you’ve offloaded your equipment, you may find that the dock doesn’t offer a convenient way to load your machinery onto a truck. If that is the case, then a transition mat could be the perfect solution. These mats are angled from 3 inches to 12 inches, providing a more gradual slope to help make traveling between uneven areas easier. Once that mat is in place, the machinery can be moved to another crane mat or travel more easily onto a transport vehicle. These mats can also protect your other vehicles’ tires from any damage while transitioning on or off a loading dock.
Our mats may be thought for crane operations, but we can also help make your maritime shipping an easier process. We have numerous crane mats for sale and for rent that will help make any job go a lot smoother. For more information, call us today at 800-426-9570.
