Jul 21, 2022 | Access Mats, News
Projects in the drilling, oil and gas and refinery industries require more caution to protect the environment and reduce the damage caused by the equipment and the process. Site access solutions make safe transportation of fluids possible on your worksite as it ensures little to no damage to the landscape.
GFI Solutions is proud to introduce safe-site access mats that protect both your equipment and the landscape during your project. Read on to learn more about the benefits our mats have to offer you.
Prevent Contamination
Transporting fluids on a worksite can cause significant damage to the landscape. Heavy construction equipment as well can sometimes damage the environment due to its weight. Tire tracks, rust and chemicals from the worksite are left behind as you drive the equipment, contaminating the soft ground. The heavy equipment carrying heavier loads alters the landscape’s natural appearance as unstable soil can sink into the ground. Installing access mats at your worksite will help support the weight of your equipment, creating a wooden shield between the chemicals used and the ground protecting the environment from possible damage.
Prevent Delays
Uneven terrain can cause your equipment to sink when the soil is pitted, wet or muddy. Access mats prevent you from having to go through the long process of digging or pulling out your heavy equipment. You can rest assured that your equipment and crew have a safe road/bridge to cross over without risking lengthy delays with access mats.
Prevent Damage
Access mats not only prevent damage to the landscape it also prevents damage to your equipment. The tires on heavy equipment require solid, smooth grounds that can withstand the heavyweight in order to avoid fast wear and tear or tripping hazards. Access mats provide your equipment and crew with the rigid foundation needed to support the weight and protect the tires from any possible damage.
Why GFI Solutions?
GFI Solutions is Canada’s exclusive source for Sterling Solutions’ range of TerraLam products. Our CLT products include:
We also provide a variety of sizes of bolted access mats for rent and sale. As a manufacturer, our team of experts can provide you with customized matting solutions for your upcoming project. GFI Solutions is your all-in-one matting expertise as we provide several services such as inventory management, delivery & installation, mat washing and more!
Contact our team today to learn more about the perfect matting solution for your needs and request a quote for your upcoming project.
Jul 21, 2022 | Access Mats, News
With summer just around the corner, much of Canada faces rainfall and irregular weather patterns, making it difficult for trucks and machinery to reach remote job sites. Temporary access solutions like bridges and mats are an essential resource that allows you to overcome the obstacles presented by the changing weather while also protecting the environment from harm during your project.
While purchasing mats was the preferred option of choice, renting access mats has become the go-to solution by project managers in some of the biggest companies in construction, oil & gas, petrochemical, mining, power and renewable energy industries. GFI Solutions is proud to be Canada’s leading supplier of temporary access solutions, including access mats, rig mats and access bridges for rent and sale. Learn more about our temporary access solutions below!
Access Mats
When purchasing access mats to build makeshift roads in and out of a job site, clients tend to underestimate the amount of time and effort that is required to transport, install, remove and clean the mats. Renting temporary access mats will save you time and money since you won’t have to worry about professionally cleaning the mats or finding space to store your mats for the next project. GFI Solutions offers several matting services, including:
- Mat Washing
- Turn-Key Services
- Inventory Management
- Delivery and Installation
- Manufacturing
- Planning and Consultation
Rig Mats
Projects with heavy equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, excavators, drilling rigs, or similar heavy machinery require more robust access mats that can withstand extremely heavy loads or applications. Rig mats are primarily used to support heavier machinery and have steel frames to withstand heavy loads safely. Renting temporary rig mats will usually cost significantly less than buying brand new ones and offer you the same reliable quality.
Temporary Access Bridges
In order to safely cross muddy paths, waterways or swamps, project managers are required to install temporary access bridges to maintain the safety of the equipment, the crew and the environment. Temporary bridges are easy to install and remove, and some can even be delivered to the job site on a single truck. Depending on the equipment you have and the weight of the loads, TerraCross bridges can handle up to 100 tons of weight. The specs include:
TERRACROSS 40:
- Maximum Weight Limit: 100 tons
- Spanning Distance: 35′
- Total Length: 40′
- Matting: TerraLam® 500 bearing mats and TerraLam® 700 decking
TERRACROSS 56:
- Maximum Weight Limit: 65 tons
- Spanning Distance: 50′
- Total Length: 56′
- Matting: TerraLam® 500 bearing mats and TerraLam® 700 decking
Temporary Access Solutions Throughout Western Canada
Looking for temporary access solutions for an upcoming project? Request a quote today!
Jul 15, 2022 | News, TerraCross Bridges
Canada’s unpredictable weather can heavily affect the terrain causing you to pause your workflow every time the weather changes. If you’re tired of putting your project on hold every time the ground becomes softer, icer, or muddier, GFI Solutions have engineered the perfect matting product for you. Our team of experts understands that time is money when it comes to working on a project on open ground, which is why we are proud to introduce the TerraCross temporary portable bridge that will solve all your access problems. Read on to learn more about the benefits of the TerraCross temporary mobile bridge!
Why Use Temporary Portable Bridges
Struggling with the fluctuation of the weather during a project is frustrating for everyone. Crossing water, ditches or any uneven terrain can cause several hazardous risks for workers and machinery. Project managers in the oil and gas, power, chemical and mining industries install temporary portable bridges to provide safe and secure paths across all troublesome land. Access movable bridges are designed to offer your workers and equipment a safe worksite while saving you time and money.
TerraCross Bridge Benefits
The TerraCross temporary bridge is engineered to maintain workflow efficiency and ensure that your worksite is safe for workers, machines and the environment. With fluids being transported from one location to the other, cross-contamination and accidental spillage could heavily impact the land. TerraCross bridges are designed using Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) mats and a geotextile surface to avoid contamination of the grounds or spillage to waterways. They are also bonded together using an eco-friendly adhesive that allows the mats to be more flexible and distribute the weight evenly throughout, rather than concentrate the weight only on the bolted areas.
Using glue to adhere the planks together instead of bolts ensures that the bridge’s surface is solid and smooth, eliminating the risk of tripping or tire punctures. TerraCross bridges are not only safe for your worksite, but they are also significantly robust and can handle weight up to 100 tons. Specs include:
TERRACROSS 40:
- Weight: 100 tons
- Maximum Spanning Distance: 35′
- Total Length: 40′
- Matting: TerraLam® 500 bearing mats and TerraLam® 700 decking
TERRACROSS 56:
- Weight: 65 tons
- Maximum Spanning Distance: 50′
- Total Length: 56′
- Matting: TerraLam® 500 bearing mats and TerraLam® 700 decking
Install the TerraCross Bridge for a Safer Worksite
Contact our team today to learn more about our TerraCross bridge and our different matting services.
Jul 15, 2022 | Access Mats, News
One of the most common questions project managers ask when considering used rig mats is whether or not they are safe to use at a worksite. A popular misconception about used access mats is that they are unreliable, easily damaged and hazardous to install; however, GFI Solutions implements strict inspection with all used mats to ensure optimal quality before delivering used access mats to the client. Our quality control checklist includes:
- Mat Washing
Cross-contamination can cause harm to the surrounding terrain or create a hazardous working environment that could put your project at risk. Cross-contamination is your number one concern if you’re working in an industry that involves the transport or use of fuel, chemicals or other toxic materials. At GFI Solutions, we understand that the risk of cross-contamination and how it can cause conflict on both Provincial and Federal levels, which is why our team dedicated an entire service to mat washing. All our used mats are rigorously washed and bleached to ensure that proper sterilization is met before delivery.
- Inspection for Repairs or Damages
Even though GFI’s Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) mats are significantly more robust than traditional bolted mats and offer better support, some mats will naturally experience regular wear and tear. Our thorough inspection at GFI ensures that any mats that require repairs are professionally addressed, and if some mats are heavily damaged, we will instantly get rid of them. Since our TerraLam products are made of solid blocks of wood, repairs can be done much easier than repairs on bolted access mats. At GFI, we pride ourselves on offering our clients the best quality possible, and by ensuring that all our used mats are thoroughly inspected and repaired, we can consistently provide our customers with high-quality used mats.
- Delivery and Installation
We advise all our clients, whether they are purchasing new or used mats, to take advantage of our delivery and installation service as it increases the longevity of your access mats. Our experts will properly deliver and install your mats, ensuring that no damage is inflicted on the mats due to transport and that the mats are carefully installed for optimal performance.
- 24/7 Support
GFI Solutions is proud to provide customers throughout Western Canada with a 24/7 support line where customers can easily request help, inquire about our services or products and access our extensive matting inventory. No matter the location or the problem, you can quickly and easily reach GFI Solutions’ customer support.
Reliable Matting Solutions
Safety is our primary concern at GFI Solutions, which is why players in some of theH biggest industries, such as oil and gas, mining and construction, have entrusted us to be their sole supplier of used and brand new matting solutions. For more information about used worksite mats and used access mats, contact us today!
Jul 7, 2022 | News, TerraCross Bridges
GFI Solutions has been the leading manufacturer and supplier of access matting solutions for industries throughout Western Canada for the past five years. We have introduced safer and more affordable matting options to offer clients the safety they need during a project. Industries such as construction, renewable energy and oil and gas have found GFI Solutions to be their main source of reliable and efficient matting options that include access mats, worksite mats and temporary bridges. Learn more about our matting solutions for access bridges below!
Rent Bridges For A Hassle-Free Project
Throughout Canada’s landscape, project managers are faced with multiple challenges such as creeks, ditches and uneven grounds that can hinder the safety and length of the project. Worksites that feature rough terrain or waterways require the installation of bridges to make bridge crossing and regular transportation within worksites safe and easy – but can you install an accessible bridge at an affordable cost?
Yes.
GFI Solutions has made it possible for individuals to install a secure portable bridge compliant with all regulations and safety measures at a price within their budget by offering clients the opportunity to rent temporary bridges. By renting movable bridges, clients are able to receive the safety and ease of access they require without exceeding their matting budget.
TerraCross Bridges
The TerraCross bridge facilitates easy transportation through Canada’s fluctuating weather patterns, allowing clients to continue their production regardless of muddy paths, creek beds and waterways. Manufactured from Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) access mats and structured with a strong steel frame, the TerraCross bridges provide clients with the bridging solution they need while maintaining the safety of their workers, machinery and the environment.
Why TerraCross Portable Bridge?
Sterling Solutions’ TerraCross bridge is designed to facilitate a smooth workflow at the worksite and ensure the safety of workers, equipment and the environment. CLT mats in TerraCross bridges are manufactured using Southern Yellow Pine wood, which is 40% lighter and 30% stronger than traditional bolted mats and can be delivered to your worksite in a single truck – your workflow will no longer be paused due to logistics issues or delay of delivery.
CLT mats are also safer to use in portable bridges than traditional bolted mats as the wooden planks are glued together using an eco-friendly adhesive. The adhesion eliminates the risk of tripping and tire puncture hazards as it provides a smooth surface, ensuring that your crew and machinery can safely cross the bridge without halting the workflow.
TerraCross For All Purposes
No matter the weight or the environment, Sterling Solutions’ TerraCross bridge is ideal for all your matting needs. The available bridges are:
TERRACROSS 40:
- Weight Limit: 100 tons
- Maximum Spanning Distance: 35′
- Total Length: 40′
- Matting: TerraLam® 500 bearing mats and TerraLam® 700 decking
TERRACROSS 56:
- Weight Limit: 65 tons
- Maximum Spanning Distance: 50′
- Total Length: 56′
- Matting: TerraLam® 500 bearing mats and TerraLam® 700 decking
With easy transportation and rapid assembly, TerraCross bridges will ensure the safety of your worksite and the efficiency of your workflow.
Looking To Rent a Temporary Bridge?
Contact our team today to learn more about our dependable TerraCross bridging system!
