Oct 14, 2020 | Access Mats, News
Are you in need of access matting that can stand up to the demands of the heavy industrial sector? Rig and crane mats are a vital resource for those in the oil & gas, petroleum, construction and related industries. Built to withstand the toughest of applications, rig mats are incredibly versatile and can be used for everything from forming temporary roads, pipeline terminals, preventing heavy equipment from sinking into the mud, and more. GFI Solutions is proud to be a leading supplier of site access solutions across Canada with an inventory that features exclusive access to Sterling Solutions’ range of TerraLam® products. As the world’s largest producer of access matting solutions, Sterling is known for exceptional quality and unbeatable performance, and TerraLam® CLT mats are no exception. Built from the highest quality Southern Yellow Pine planks, TerraLam®’s 500 models are perfect for heavy-duty applications. Learn more about the benefits of rig matting, as well as TerraLam® products, below!
What Are Rig Mats?
Though rig mats may be part of the site access solution family, they typically have a much more demanding job than standard mats. While both rig mats typical access mats are used to create roads and facilitate easy transport materials to and from a job site, rig mats are reserved for heavy loads and projects that require mats that can stand up to wear and tear, heavy machinery, and constant strain. In order to meet these standards, rig mats need to be sturdy, dependable, and long-lasting.
Why Use Rig Mats
As mentioned above, rig mats are ideal for the many challenges that are unique to heavy industrial purposes. Rig matting allows you to build structural roadways over gas lines, oil sources, or other areas that pose a challenge to your transportation resources., it can do much more for your project. For drilling rigs and other projects that involve heavy equipment, rig mats are also ideal as they allow you to support the intense weight without the fear of cracking or failure.
Meet TerraLam®
Sterling Solutions’ TerraLam® mats are made using the innovative Cross-Laminated Timber technique that involves bonding alternating perpendicular layers of wood together with adhesive. This process allows CLT mats to flex with each load and evenly distribute weight across the entire surface, reducing strain and preventing breakages. As CLT mats, TerraLam® mats are 40% less than traditional bolted mats, and offer the following benefits:
- A lifespan that lasts 3-5 times longer than bolted mats.
- Almost doubling hauling capacity when mobilizing due to their lightweight. (Save time and money on shipping)
- Twice the strength of a traditional bolted mat.
- Adhesive lamination and wax sealer on all 4 edges repels moisture and rot.
- Suitable for use in extreme conditions, include heat and cold.
- Lack of bolts means less tire damage to transport vehicles.
With the 500 model built to stand up to the demands faced by rig and crane matting, you can rest at ease knowing you have the best solution for the job at hand.
Rig Mats at GFI
GFI is proud to be your first choice for site access solutions and maintains multiple yards throughout Canada including offices in Whitecourt, AB, Edmonton, Calgary, and Grande Prairie. Our team offers customers across Canada 24/7 support for sales and rentals, as well as site access services including inventory management, mat washing, expedited delivery installation and more. Contact our team today to learn more.
Oct 8, 2020 | Access Mats, News
Gearing up to tackle a large scale project in the Saskatchewan region and in need of reliable site access solutions to help keep things on track? GFI Solutions is here to help! As one of Canada’s leading suppliers of CLT access mats, as well as a comprehensive range of site access services, our team makes it easier than ever to conquer difficult terrain and keep your job site safe. With a robust inventory that features Canada’s only source for Sterling Solutions’ range of TerraLam® access mats, you can count on GFI to help keep your project moving, all year long.
Learn more about TerraLam® CLT mats, as well as GFI below.
Stronger, Flexible, Made to Last: Discover CLT
If you’ve dealt with site access solutions in the past, there’s no doubt you’ve encountered the traditional bolted mats that everyone has depended upon for decades. Like everyone else, you’ve likely experienced many of the common challenges that can be found when it comes to working with bolted mats as well. As a newer addition to the field, Cross Laminated Timber, or CLT mats seek to address these issues while providing superior performance you can depend on. In addition to weighing in at approximately 40% less than standard bolted mats, CLT mats also offer a life cycle that is 3-5 times the length, meaning that you stand to save both upfront on shipping (CLT mats can ship up to 25% more per load), as well as in the long term due to their durability, making them an easy choice for budget-minded investors.
What Makes CLT Mats So Successful?
Much of the secret to the success of CLT mats lies in their unique method of assembly and composition. Unlike traditional bolted mats, Cross-Laminated Timber mats are created by gluing alternating perpendicular layers of wood together with an environmentally safe adhesive. This method of construction allows the mat to gently flex under each load, and evenly distribute the weight across the entire surface to reduce the chance of stress fractures or sudden breakages. This means you can confidently use CLT mats for heavy applications without fear of sacrificing performance.
GFI Solutions: Saskatchewan’s Source For Access Mats
With multiple yards throughout Canada, GFI Solutions is here to ensure our clients always have access to matting solutions. Our team offers customers in Saskatchewan, as well as across Canada 24/7 support for sales and rentals, as well as advanced services including inventory management, mat washing, expedited delivery installation and more. Contact our team today to learn more.
Oct 8, 2020 | Access Mats, News
Looking to conquer the prairies and increase your revenue with your next big project? Need some assistance ensuring your site can safely and efficiently receive materials without costly delays or damaging your equipment? Alberta’s landscape presents project managers and crew members with a unique set of challenges that can be difficult to overcome without the right transport resources in place. Access mats make it easy to traverse muddy and slick terrain during the summer months, as well as avoid the challenges of freezing soil as temperatures drop. As one of Western Canada’s leading provider of site access products, GFI Solutions is here to serve your site access needs with a robust inventory that features the top products from Sterling Solutions, including their revolutionary line of TerraLam® access mats.
Known for exceptions performance and lower shipping costs due to their lightweight profile, CLT mats have become a go-to choice for industry professionals across many of the heavy sectors. Learn more about TerraLam® CLT mats, as well as GFI below.
Stronger, Tougher, Better: Meet CLT Matting
Tired of encountering the same problems every time your bolted mats begin to deteriorate and fail? Looking for a long term solution you can count on to stand up to the toughest of jobs while also saving on shipping? Despite being a relatively new addition to the matting field, Cross-Laminated Timber, or “CLT” mats have quickly become the preferred choice amongst leaders in many heavy industries, including the oil & gas, construction, and petroleum fields. CLT mats weigh in at approximately 40% less than standard bolted mats and offer a life cycle that is 3-5 times the length, meaning that you stand to save both upfront on shipping (you can ship up to 25% more per load), as well as in the long term due to their durability. With the heavier duty models capable of handling rig and crane applications, CLT mats have become increasingly popular across job sites, and offer immense value that you can depend on.
The CLT Difference
Unlike traditional bolted mats, Cross Laminated Timber mats are created by gluing alternating perpendicular layers of wood together with an environmentally safe adhesive. This allows the mats to flex and evenly distribute weight throughout the entire mat with each load, reducing your chances of sudden failures, even under heavy applications.
GFI Solutions: Here When It Matters Most
As one of Canada’s most trusted providers of site access solutions, GFI is here to ensure our clients always have access to matting solutions. Our team offers customers in Alberta, as well as across Canada 24/7 support for sales and rentals, as well as advanced services including inventory management, mat washing, expedited delivery installation and more. Contact our team today to learn more
Sep 16, 2020 | Access Mats, News
Does your British Columbia job site need temporary access solutions to provide a safe alternative for material delivery? Tired of purchasing costly bolted mays that can break down and lead to substantial delays? As Western Canada’s leading provider of site access products, GFI Solutions is here to help. Our inventory features the top products from Sterling Solutions and provides you with exclusive access to their revolutionary line of TerraLam® access mats. With 24/7 sales and rental support, along with delivery and installation all throughout BC and the rest of Canada, GFI is here to help. Learn more about TerraLam® mats, as well as GFI Solutions, below.
Introducing CLT Mats: The New Champion of Site Access Dilemmas
If you’ve been in the market for new matting solutions, there’s a solid chance you have come across the phrase “Cross-Laminated Timber”, better known as CLT matting. Despite being a relatively new addition to the matting field, CLT mats have quickly become a preferred choice amongst leaders in many heavy industries, including the oil & gas, construction, and petroleum sectors. Weighing up to 40% less than standard bolted mats and offering a life cycle that is 3-5 times the length, CLT mats offer unbeatable value and performance, no matter your application. With the heavier duty models capable of tackling traditional jobs held by rig and crane mats and a lightweight profile that allows for up to 25% more to be shipped per load, it’s no surprise that CLT mats are in high demand throughout Canada.
What Make CLT Mats Different
Cross-Laminated Timber mats are created via a distinct process that involves alternating perpendicular layers of wood with an environmentally safe adhesive instead of the traditional bolted method. This method of gluing planks together allows the mats to flex and evenly distribute weight throughout the entire mat with each load, which leads to superior durability and performance.
TerraLam® CLT Access Mats are among the best available and are made with Southern Yellow Pine Wood Fibre, which is 30% harder than Douglas Fir. This makes TerraLam® perfect for standing up to even the toughest of jobs over long periods of time.
GFI Solutions: Your Source For All Things Site Access Related
As one of Canada’s most trusted providers of site access solutions, GFI understands just how important it is to have access to reliable, cost-effective matting and services. We’re proud to offer 24/7 support for sales and rentals, as well as advanced services including inventory management, mat washing, expedited delivery installation and more. Whether you’re looking to test out the durability of CLT mats before buying or are looking to invest in your next matting purchase, we’re here to help. Contact our team today to learn more.
Sep 16, 2020 | Access Mats, News
Canada’s Leading Source For Site Access Solutions
Is your worksite in need of access solutions that make it easy to safely and efficiently haul materials to and from as needed? Access matting is one of the most dependable ways of overcoming the many challenges presented by uneven ground, shifting terrain, and Canada’s inclimate weather. GFI Solutions is proud to be the exclusive Canadian source for Sterling Solutions’ line of TerraLam® mats. Widely regarded as some of the top products in the industry, TerraLam® mats are strong, durable, and engineered for superior long term performance, even under the strain of heavy loads. To ensure you always have access to the products you need, GFI offers 24/7 service, as well as Canada-wide delivery and installation for all sales and rentals. Learn more about TerraLam® along with the benefits of partnering with GFI Solutions below.
TerraLam® Mats: Made To Endure
It’s no secret that remote job sites face a wide range of challenges when it comes to ensuring your project stays on track. From muddy paths to the potential for flooding, equipment damage and more, having a stable foundation is a must to avoid costly delays and damages. Access mats help to remove such challenges by providing temporary, easy to install and remove roadways into your location. To prevent breakages, the mats you choose need to be able to stand up to the demands of heavy loads, changing temperatures, as well as progressive wear and tear over time. TerraLam® Mats utilize the strength and benefits of CLT matting to conquer the landscape and help keep you on time and on budget.
Why Choose CLT Mats
Despite being a relative newcomer to the site access solution market, CLT matting has become the go-to solution amongst those in the construction, oil & gas, renewable energy, petrochemical, mining, power and related heavy industries. Crafted using an innovative Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) technique, TerraLam® mats offer improved performance compared to traditional bolted mats. This is because the Southern Yellow pine planks used are glued into place using a structural adhesive that allows weight to be transferred equally throughout the entire mat, leading to increased load capacity and endurance. The end result is a product that is up to 40% lighter than traditional mats with a lifespan that can easily last 3-5 times that of bolted mats.
Partner With GFI Solutions For Your Site Access Needs
At GFI Solutions, our number one priority is customer satisfaction. Our team understands the value of having fast access to the products you need most and offers round the clock service to ensure you’re always ready to go. We offer a wide range of services including:
- Turnkey services
- Inventory management
- Manufacturing
- Delivery & Installation
- Mat washing
- Rentals
- Planning & consultation, and more.
For more information on TerraLam® products for rental or purchase contact GFI today.
