Apr 27, 2021 | News, TerraCross Bridges
Is your team facing challenges overcoming difficult topography at a new job site? Dealing with costly delays because of sudden rain or snowmelt that’s left part of your site with a massive gap that can’t be crossed? From creeks to ditches, rivers, sink ponds, and everything in between, temporary access bridges provide a safe way to navigate from point A to B, allow your operation to stay on time and on budget. As Canada’s exclusive source for Sterling Solutions’ line of TerraCross™ products, we’re proud to offer site-safe access solutions that help you conquer the landscape with ease. Read on to learn more about the benefits of access bridges, including TerraCross™ below.
Bridging the Gap
It’s no secret that Canada’s terrain can make it difficult to get where you need to go on remote job sites; having safe transport solutions not only grants peace of mind but also ensure your project is in compliance with environmental standards and efficiency. While access mats are fantastic for creating makeshift roads, access bridges are able to step in when a flat option simply isn’t enough. Gaps like ditches, sinkholes, creeks and uneven foundations require the additional support offered by bridges, which are often used in tandem with access mats. When deciding what access bridge is best suited to your needs, considering the following:
- How long will you need to use it?
- What do you need the load capacity to be?
- Are there any specific geographical features you need to accommodate? (Ditches, significant slopes, etc)
While both portable and permanent options are available, portable access bridges are generally sufficient for most applications and serve as a cost-effective solution that can then be removed with minimal effects on the landscape overall. This makes them ideal for project managers that may only require brief access to certain areas, and who prefer a versatile asset that can be used in multiple locations.
TerraCross™ Access Bridges
Exclusive to GFI Solutions in Canada, Sterling Solutions’ line of TerraCross™ bridges are perfect for crossing unstable terrain while also minimizing environmental damages. TerraCross™ is designed to enable lifting and construction with a 200-class excavator or similar equipment and enables faster, safer passage while also preventing contamination on site. Specs are as follows:
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
TerraCross™ bridges are able to be rapidly assembled on-site, meaning you’ll face minimal downtime and be able to get back to work sooner than later.
Access Solutions You Can Depend On At GFI
GFI Solutions is proud to be a leading provider of dependable worksite access solutions Canada-wide. Our inventory features the top products from Sterling Solutions, including their range of TerraCross products. Engineered to be lighter, stronger, and more durable than competitors, TerraCross products are trusted by those in the oil & gas, petrochemical, construction, forestry, and mining industries. Learn more about our available inventory and services by contacting our team today.
Mar 22, 2021 | News, TerraCross Bridges
In need of access solutions that allow you to go the distance and circumvent the various challenges of the Canadian landscape. From traversing rivers, ditches, gaps, and uneven crossings, access bridges are heavily relied on for those in the oil & gas, power, chemical, and mining industries. GFI Solutions offers the top access solutions across Canada and is your exclusive source for Sterling Solutions’ TerraCross™ bridges. Our team is here to support your every site access need and offers 24/7 service for sales, rentals, deliveries and installation, mat washing services, and more.
Built To Last
As one of the most depended on brands in the business, Sterling Solutions’ TerraCross™ bridges are lightweight, portable, and designed to excel. Easy to deploy and ideal for crossing water, ditches, and a wide array of environmental hazards, TerraCross™ bridges allow for lifting with a mid-size excavator or similar for faster, more dependable crossing. For optimal convenience, TerraCross™bridges can be integrated with matting solutions. There are two models available and individuals specs include:
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
TerraCross™ Access Bridges are convenient to transport and install and make it easy for your project to stay on pace and overcome terrain challenges with minimal difficulty.
Canada’s Exclusive Distributor For Sterling Solutions
GFI Solutions is proud to be the exclusive Canadian distribution partner of Sterling Solutions. As North America’s top manufacturer of site access products, Sterling has built an unbeatable reputation for innovative design, quality, and performance. When you need quality and performance that last, you need Sterling.
Your Source For TerraCross™ Access Bridges and More
Headquartered in Whitecourt, Alberta, GFI Solutions distributes access products all across Canada and offers 24/7 services you can count on. Our inventory features leading solutions like the TerraCross™ Access Bridge, TerraLam® CLT Mats, and more. Contact GFI today to learn more about how we can help your site access needs.
Feb 3, 2021 | News, TerraCross Bridges
Need a site access solution that allows your crew to safely cross geographical challenges like creeks, rivers, underground utilities and more? Access bridges serve as a reliable way to overcome the Canadian landscape and keep your project on schedule and team safe throughout the duration of the job. GFI Solutions is proud to be Canada’s exclusive source for Sterling’s line of access solutions products, including their TerraCross™ bridge. Designed for exceptional performance and with two different sizes and weight levels, TerraCross™ bridges are the industry leader for crossing solutions. Learn more about TerraCross™ and the benefits of partnering with GFI below.
Why Deploy Temporary Access Bridges
Remote job sites can pose a wide range of access challenges due to the many variances in Canada’s geography, as well as topographical shifts during the changing seasons. Access mats can be helpful when it comes to mitigating mud, sand, and other general challenges, but significant gaps or uneven ground portions require additional support to enable safe transport. Whether you’re contemplating opting for a permanent model for a longstanding job or a temporary outfit, there are several factors to consider when deciding on what model to acquire:
- Intended duration of use
- Ground-type/seasonal challenges
- Weight capacity needs
- Area-specific environmental factors
Once installed, TerraCross™ Access Bridges offer a wide range of benefits, including increased site safety, higher efficiency, and reduced transportation costs.
TerraCross™ Access Bridges
Designed by Sterling Solutions, a world leader in site access solutions manufacturing, the TerraCross™ Access Bridge is lightweight, easy to install, and ideal for standing up to the wear and tear of heavy projects. The bridge can be fully installed with a 200-class excavator or similar equipment and enables faster, safer passage while also preventing contamination on site. The TerraCross™ is able to be shipped on a single truck for optimal convenience and can be set up rapidly to help save you time and money. Details for both available models are as follows:
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
Access Solutions With GFI
As Canada’s leading source for access solutions, GFI knows how important it is to have the right tools to navigate complicated job sites. That’s what we’re proud to offer leading products including access mats and portable bridges, along with unbeatable customer services. Learn more by contacting our team today.
Nov 23, 2020 | News, TerraCross Bridges
If your remote worksite is in need of access solutions that allow your crew to safely transport goods to and from your location with ease, portable access bridges are an ideal selection. Easy to install and remove, temporary access bridges are a reliable way to deal with the many challenges presented by uneven terrain and changing weather all year round. In addition to helping you navigate muddy grounds, creeks, rivers, and more, access bridges help to mitigate damage caused to the surrounding environment, ensuring your operation adheres to sustainability standards. Learn more about the benefits and applications of temporary access bridges, as well as TerraCross™ products, below.
Safe and Efficient Crossing
As those in the oil & gas, power, renewable, and construction sectors are well aware, Canada’s landscape can pose significant challenges to your daily logistics. In combination with access mats, access bridges play a vital role in creating viable transport pathways that are safe and dependable. While mats are sufficient for balance out uneven ground surfaces and overcoming challenges like mud or unstable soil, access bridges are essential for dealing with areas where gaps caused by creek, rivers or major dips in topography are involved. Depending on the duration and purpose of your site, either permanent or temporary solutions can be used. Additional deciding factors include:
- Ground-type
- Weight capacity needs
- Area-specific environmental factors
Portable bridges such as Sterling’s game-changing TerraCross™ Access Bridge (more on that below) are perfect for a variety of applications and are well suited for projects that require access to specific areas for shorter phases rather than a permanent fix. Benefits of installing temporary access bridges include:
- Increased safety
- Higher productivity due to fewer delays
- Reduced transportation costs, and more.
TerraCross™ Access Bridges: Your Leading Choice
Easy to deploy and lightweight, Sterling Solutions’ TerraCross™ bridge is ideal for crossing water, ditches, circumventing environmental hazards, and more. Built with superior performance in mind, TerraCross™ is designed to facilitate lifting and construction with a 200-class excavator or similar equipment and enables faster, safer passage while also preventing contamination on site. The TerraCross™ is able to be shipped on a single truck for optimal convenience and can be set up rapidly to help save you time and money. As Canada’s exclusive source for Sterling’s site products, GFI is proud to carry TerraCross™bridges and more in our inventory.
Access Solutions With GFI
At GFI we understand how vital reliable access to your job site is for our customers. That’s what we’re proud to offer leading products including access mats and portable bridges, along with unbeatable customer services. With clients spanning multiple industries Canada wide, we’re here to support your project with products you can depend on. Learn more by contacting our team today.
Oct 28, 2020 | News, TerraCross Bridges
If your worksite features uneven terrain, bodies of water, marsh, or any of the other challenges the Canadian landscape has to offer, you no doubt know just how useful having a reliable access solution is to maintaining workflow. From delivering resources across creeks, ponds, ditches and related factors to simply ensuring your crew can safely get from point A to point B, temporary access bridges can be a lifesaver when it comes to staying on track and on budget. Sterling Solutions’ range of TerraCross™products are designed to help you tackle the landscape with ease.
As Canada’s leading supplier of site access solutions and your exclusive source for TerraCross™bridges, GFI is proud to offer our customers products they can count on. Below, we’ll discuss some of the main benefits of working with access bridges, as well as TerraCross™products. Read on to learn more!
It’s All Water Under The Bridge
Whether your worksite is located in one of the more remote regions of Canada or your simply need to contend with ever-changing seasons that can wreak havoc on terrain, having safe reliable transport access is one of the biggest priorities for any project. While access mats can serve as a makeshift roadway on relatively even ground, bridges are best for tackling gaps that cannot be safely crossed otherwise. Such gaps may include ditches, rivers, sinkholes, etc. Ultimately, access bridges become a necessity where safe transport is impossible without a designated route being created, typically using a combination of access mats and bridges. Factors that help determine what kind of bridge is best for your specific application include:
- Intended period of use
- Load capacity requirements
- Geographic factors specific to your location
Typically, portable or temporary bridges are a sufficient and more cost-effective method opposed to permanent installation; as they can be removed upon completion, they are less likely to disturb the local terrain in the long term and can be relocated throughout the site as needed. This is a strong selling point for project managers that may only require brief access to certain areas, and who prefer a versatile asset that can be used in multiple locations.
TerraCross™ Access Bridges
Easy to deploy and lightweight, Sterling Solutions’ line of TerraCross™ bridges are perfect for crossing unstable terrain while also minimizing environmental damages. The bridge is designed to facilitate lifting and construction with a 200-class excavator or similar equipment and enables faster, safer passage while also preventing contamination on site. Specs are as follows:
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
TerraCross™ bridges can be rapidly assembled on-site as needed, meaning you’ll face minimal downtime and have no problem staying on track. With TerraCross™, you gain a valuable access solution that brings safety and enhances productivity to any worksite.
Access Solutions You Can Depend On At GFI
GFI Solutions is proud to be a leading provider of dependable worksite access solutions Canada wide. Our inventory features the top products from Sterling Solutions, including their range of TerraLam and TerraCross products. Engineered to be lighter, stronger, and more durable than competitors, TerraLam and TerraCross products are depended on by innovators in the oil & gas, petrochemical, construction, forestry, and mining industries. Learn more about our available inventory and services by contacting our team today.
Jun 15, 2020 | News, TerraCross Bridges
Does your remote worksite feature uneven terrain that makes crossing and regular transport methods difficult? Canada’s landscape can pose multiple challenges to your project. From uneven terrain to creeks, ditches, and other similar factors, delivering valuable resources to and from the job site can be a headache without the right tools in place. Temporary access bridges like those found in Sterling Solutions’ range of TerraCross™products help haulers and project managers circumvent these difficulties with ease, while also minimizing your overall impact on the surrounding environment. Learn more about the benefits of access bridges, as well as TerraCross™solutions, below.
Bridge Over Troubled Waters: When Access Bridges Make A Difference
It’s no secret that remote worksites can often pose a surplus of logistical problems when it comes to staying on top of your project, especially when you factor in Western Canada’s ever-changing weather patterns and fluctuating temperatures. From muddy paths to creek beds and more, finding a dependable way to facilitate easy transport is vital. Where access mats are best suited to creating makeshift pathways, access bridges are useful when it comes to any application where there is a need to cross a gap in the ground, such as rivers or ditches, with both temporary and permanent options available to meet your needs. Factors that help determine what kind of bridge is best for your specific application include:
- Intended period of use
- Load capacity requirements
- Geographic factors specific to your location
In many cases, portable or temporary bridges are a suitable solution that allows you to facilitate easy crossing with minimal disturbance to the area in the longterm. This is particularly ideal for projects that may only require brief access to a specific portion of the worksite to deposit resources, as well as where cost-effectiveness is a concern since portable bridges can be used in multiple areas. The end result of using temporary access bridges is increased safety, reduced costs where transportation is concerned, and less disruption to your overall workflow.
TerraCross™ Access Bridges
Easy to deploy and lightweight, Sterling Solutions’ TerraCross™ bridge is ideal for crossing water, ditches, circumventing environmental hazards, and more. The bridge is designed to facilitate lifting and construction with a 200-class excavator or similar equipment, and enables faster, safer passage while also preventing contamination on site. Specs include:
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
TerraCross bridges can be rapidly assembled for added convenience, allowing your crew to get back to work in no time!
Access Solutions With GFI
GFI Solutions is proud to be a leading provider of dependable worksite access solutions across Canada. Our inventory features the top products from Sterling Solutions, including their range of TerraLam and TerraCross products. Engineered to be lighter, stronger, and more durable than competitors, TerraLam and TerraCross products are depended on by innovators in the oil & gas, petrochemical, construction, forestry, and mining industries. Learn more about our available inventory and services by contacting our team today.
