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.
Sep 9, 2020 | Access Mats, News
Are you struggling to keep your project on pace due to difficult terrain causing transport and access delays? Tired of relying on traditional matting solutions that might break halfway through a job and lead to costly replacements? If you’re in need of site access solutions that make it easy to overcome the Canadian landscape and stay on track, GFI Solutions is here to help. Our team of industry-leading experts knows just how important access products are to our clients in the oil & gas, power, renewable energy, petrochemical, heavy industrial, and construction sectors and is proud to offer 24/7 support nationwide. As Sterling Solutions’ exclusive Canadian distributor of TerraLam® products, our inventory features leading CLT products, including TerraLam®’s 300 model mats. Learn more about the benefits of TerraLam® Cross Laminated Timber(CLT) access mats, including the 300 model, below.
How To Choose New Matting
Whether your project has suddenly developed a need for access solutions or you’re planning ahead to avoid the challenges of Canada’s unforgiving climate and landscape, having the right mats on hand makes it easy to prevent costly downtime caused by resource transport or damaged equipment from getting stuck in the mud. Access mats serve as a temporary roadway and support system for your job site, and can be an invaluable investment for the long term. When looking for viable options to replace or replenish your assets, key aspects to consider include:
- Are you intending to rent or buy?
- Overall Cost, including replacement cost, Trucking costs and installation and removal costs.
Did you know: GFI offers delivery and installation Canada-Wide, as well as 24/7 support and service.
- How long will the mats last with the equipment that will be driving on the mats
- Will bolts from any traditional mats potentially injure workers and equipment?
- Existing terrain conditions and how they may change season to season, and more.
TerraLam® CLT access mats are an ideal fit for each of the points above, providing you with a lower price point, up to 50% more shipping capacity with each order due to lighter weight ratios, and unbeatable strength and durability maximizing the life cycle and your investment.
Why TerraLam®?
GFI Solutions is dedicated to carrying the best products on the market, and is proud to supply our customers with TerraLam®’s line of matting solutions, which are manufactured with an innovative Cross Laminated Timber design that leads to unbeatable results for customers from all industries.
Built To Flex, Not Crack, Under Pressure
With CLT mats growing in demand on the site access market, there’s little surprise that project managers are increasingly inquiring about TerraLam®’s line of matting solutions. Engineered to be up to 40% lighter than standard bolted mats, TerraLam mats utilize cross-laminated timber (CLT) technology to guarantee the strongest access mat on the market with unmatched strength and safety. Cross Laminated Timber mats are created by bonding alternating perpendicular layers of wood with a special adhesive to create the finished mat instead of relying on the traditional bolted structure. TerraLam CLT access mats allow for the even distribution of weight throughout the entire mat, making them significantly less prone to breakages and able to handle heavy loads.
The TerraLam® 300 Model
Significantly lighter than bolted mats, the 8’ x 14’ or 8’x16’ 300 mat can save up to 50% on freight costs, allowing you to transport 72 mats per truckload compared to only 35 bolted mats of the same size. Manufactured from southern yellow pine, each TerraLam® mat features bevelled edges for easy handling, and can be manufactured with or without 1” oak fingers. With a design intended to encourage faster installation, getting started is a breeze, giving you more time to focus on the task at hand.
Need Access Mats Fast?
Contact GFI Solutions to learn more about TerraLam® CLT access mats, including the 300 mat, today.
Sep 9, 2020 | Access Mats, News
With summer well underway, much of Canada is facing heavy rainfall and inconsistent weather patterns that can often lead to a topography shift on remote job sites that make it difficult for trucks and machinery to reach their intended destination. Temporary site access solutions like mats or bridges are a vital resource that allows you to overcome the challenges presented by changing foundations while also protecting the land from harm during your project.
While traditional bolts mats once were the preferred option of choice, Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) mats have become the go-to solution by the biggest players in the construction, oil & gas, renewable energy, petrochemical, mining, power and related heavy industries. With a lighter profile that allows for double the load capacity on each shipment as well as a life cycle that’s 3-5 times the length of traditional mats, it’s no wonder that CLT mats have gained a reputation for unbeatable performance. Learn more about the benefits of using CLT mats for temporary site access solutions below!
What is Cross Laminated Timber?
Cross-Laminated Timber mats, better known as CLT mats are created by bonding alternating perpendicular layers of wood (southern yellow pine in the case of TerraLam® matting) with a special adhesive to create the finished product as opposed bolting planks together. This process allows the mat to flex under pressure and evenly distribute weight through the entire surface area to reduce the chance of breakages, even under heavy loads. CLT mats are favoured for their ability to:
Flex Under Pressure
Despite being 40% lighter than bolted mats, CLT mats offer superior strength, with certain models capable of assisting with heavy machinery like cranes, and more. Whether you need to handle several oversized loads on a daily basis or need to protect your equipment from getting stuck in the mud, CLT mats are sure to help.
Stand Up To Tough Conditions
Need mats that can take a beating? No problem! TerraLam® access mats have been tested successfully in temperatures as low as -70°F and as high as 150°F and the solid top of the mats makes it easy to clear mud, snow, or ice.
Environmentally Minded
If sustainability is a core value of your company, as well as a requirement for your worksite, CLT mats are a solid choice. TerraLam® mats, in particular, are made with an adhesive that becomes chemically inactive once it leaves Sterling’s facility, meaning that it presents no potential to harm the environment and the mat itself will help protect the ground from unnecessary disturbance.
Multiple Sizes
When it comes to temporary access needs, one size doesn’t fit all. TerraLam® Mats are available in 3 or 5-ply construction, with multiple sizes available.
Canada’s Exclusive Source For TerraLam®
As Canada’s leading source for access mat solutions, GFI is proud to be the sole Canadian distributor of Sterling Solutions’ range of TerraLam® products, including their 300 and 500 model access mats, access bridges, and more. Designed with the utmost of quality in mind, TerraLam® solutions embody the many benefits of CLT mats, right down to the superior performance and longevity. Learn more by contacting our team today.
