Sep 15, 2023 | Access Mats, News
GFI Solutions is the leading access mat distributor for all of Canada. Our access mats in Alberta are quality mats that last longer than traditional bolted mats. They are made of a lighter material and comply with all of your project’s environmental regulations, so you do not have to worry about the damage that your temporary terrain solutions are safe. Keep reading to learn more about what we can do for you regarding your access mat needs in Alberta!
Our Access Mats in Alberta
GFI Solutions offers cost-effective access mats in Alberta to help you overcome terrain challenges while respecting the surrounding natural habitat. Each Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) access mat is glued together with an environmentally friendly adhesive, strengthening each mat’s durability through weight distribution and weather resistance.
At GFI, we understand that Alberta weather can range from brutal snowstorms to wildfire-prone months. We also understand that despite the weather, you have work to get done on a set timeline. Our access mats in Alberta are created for such circumstances, where wax on all four edges creates weather resistance from most elements. We also offer a Mat Management Program to help you get more use out of your access mats.
Manufactured from sustainably sourced Southern Yellow Pine, our CLT mats are perfect for your unfavourable terrain problems. The Site Safe Access Mats can be transported to you at higher volumes due to their lightweight and long-lasting build; you can save up to 60% on freight costs. Each access mat in Alberta is designed to last more than one project, giving you more return on your investment for each CLT mat purchased. These CLT access mats will typically last three to five times longer than other access mats in Alberta.
The access mats we have available are:
- Site Safe 300 CLT
- Site Safe 500 CLT
- Site Safe 700 CLT
If you are looking for another sizing option or are trying to decide what product is best for your Alberta project, our access mat experts would love to talk to you on our 24/7 service and support phone.
Who is GFI Solutions For?
We provide access mats to many industries, including drilling, construction, oil and gas, forestry and more. Anyone looking for access mats in Alberta can come to GFI Solutions for quality, cost-effective terrain access solutions. Our team can take on delivery and installation to make the process of getting your Alberta access mats as easy as possible. GFI professionals will handle your access mats properly to avoid any potential damage from moving.
The Best In All of Alberta
As Canada’s leading matting distributor, GFI Solutions is proud to offer an extensive inventory of quality access mats, rig mats and more. We offer long-lasting, cost-effective access matting solutions for your project’s needs. Call our 24-hour customer service and support line at any time, or fill out our contact form and we will get back to you.
Sep 15, 2023 | Access Mats, News
In the oil and gas industry, operational continuity is of the utmost importance. Any interruption or downtime can result in significant financial losses and potential delays in project timelines. That’s why companies operating in challenging terrains and remote locations rely on GFI Solutions’ innovative access solutions, like our offering of rig mats. Next, we will explore the critical role of GFI Solutions’ rig mats in ensuring operational continuity and minimizing downtime in the oil and gas industry. Keep reading to learn more about our inventory of rig mats.
Enhanced Safety and Stability
The primary function of rig mats is to provide a stable and secure surface for heavy equipment, vehicles, and workers. Operating in uneven or unstable conditions poses risks like accidents, machinery damage, and injuries. Fortunately, GFI Solutions’ rig mats create a solid foundation, enabling the safe movement of equipment and personnel across rugged terrains like marshes and muddy areas.
By using GFI Solutions’ rig mats, oil and gas companies can mitigate the risks associated with traversing uneven landscapes, preventing accidents and potential equipment damage. This enhances safety and reduces workplace injuries, ultimately contributing to operation continuity by maintaining safe working conditions.
Swift Mobilization and Demobilization
Oil and gas operations often require quick mobilization and demobilization of equipment and personnel, especially in remote locations or temporary sites. GFI Solutions’ rig mats provide an access solution that allows for rapid setup and removal. Our mats are designed to be easily transported, installed and dismantled, enabling swift deployment and minimizing downtime when transitioning projects.
Moreover, the efficient mobilization and demobilization facilitated by GFI Solutions’ rig mats contribute to operational continuity by ensuring that the project can start right away and be concluded in a timely manner. By purchasing or renting rig mats from GFI Solutions, companies can avoid extended setup times or delays associated with building access roads or stabilizing the ground, leading to increased productivity and overall cost savings.
Durability and Longevity
GFI Solutions’ rig mats are built to withstand the demanding conditions of the oil and gas industry. Constructed from high-quality materials and using a 3-rail or 4-rail steel frame, these mats are designed to endure heavy loads, extreme weather conditions, and frequent usage. The durability and longevity of our rig mats contribute to your business’s operational continuity by reducing the need for frequent mat replacements or repairs.
By investing in GFI Solutions’ robust and long-lasting rig mats, oil and gas companies can reduce downtime due to mat maintenance or replacements, ensuring an uninterrupted flow of operations. This ultimately results in improved project efficiency, reduced costs, and enhanced productivity.
The Rig Mats You Need at GFI Solutions
By investing in GFI Solutions’ rig mats, oil and gas companies can ensure their operations run smoothly, reducing the risk of accidents, equipment damage, and workplace injuries. By relying on GFI Solutions’ innovative access solutions, companies can achieve operational continuity, minimize losses due to downtime, and optimize productivity in even the most challenging environments. Contact GFI Solutions today to learn more about our inventory of rig mats and other access solutions.
Sep 15, 2023 | Access Mats, News
Buying access mats in Edmonton is not the end of the journey. How are you caring for your access mats? Taking care of your access mats will lengthen their lifespan, ultimately saving you money and your environmental impact. The following will teach you about three simple ways that GFI Solutions uses to ensure your access mats in Edmonton last as long as possible. Read on to learn more.
Choose The Best Access Mats
The best way to assure you are getting the most out of your access mats in Edmonton is to invest in the best quality access mats. Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) mats are far superior to traditional bolted mats in that there is no gapping, it is environmentally friendly, plus more. The cross-lamination of the access mats prevents mud, snow, ice and other potentially harmful elements from wearing on the wood and weakening it before its time. No gaps mean it is much harder for water to soak and freeze, which splinters the wood. CLT mats have a more robust integrity, also complimented by their wax sealing on each side that stops weather and environmental damage.
Access mats in Edmonton must meet the Provincial and Federal environmental regulations, which GFI Solutions ensures with all access mats. The adhesive, wax, and wood are all eco-friendly and biodegradable.
Wash and Bleach Between Sites
After choosing quality access mats, caring for your mats will get you the most use for your investment. GFI Solutions offers bleaching and washing services that will disinfect them between jobs to prevent cross-contamination and keep them from prematurely breaking down. By caring for your mats during and after use, you’ll make sure that your Edmonton access mats last longer.
Take advantage of our Mat Management Program to take control of your access mats’ durability. GFI Solutions wants to help you keep your mats in the best shape they can be for as long as possible.
Proper Transportation and Installation
Before transporting your access mats, it’s essential to plan the logistics. How many access mats you are transporting, over what distance and through what terrain will all ultimately affect the transportation. Proper storage and transport, along with proper cleaning, will aid you in holding onto your access mats in Edmonton. Your top goal in the delivery or movement of access mats should not be how fast you can move them but how to avoid damaging them in transport. Safe lifting techniques, properly securing mats on the trucks, and regular inspections of said securing methods will all help extend your access mat’s life.
GFI Solutions is ready to take care of your access mats, handle all transportation and installation for you, and do it with expertise.
GFI Solutions Has The Best Access Mats in Edmonton
Access Mats in Canada are essential to many industries, including gas, forestry, and construction. GFI Solutions provides the best quality access mats and the best methods to keep your access mats in their prime for as long as possible. That is why we are Canada’s leading distributor. Contact us today to talk more about caring for your access mats.
Sep 5, 2023 | Access Mats, News
For projects involving heavy equipment and lifting applications, crane mats are crucial in providing a stable and safe foundation for working. While some project managers and contractors may opt for renting crane mats, there are significant advantages to owning quality mats from GFI Solutions. Below, we will explore the benefits of crane mat ownership and why investing in GFI Solutions’ top-notch mats can lead to long-term savings and enhanced project success. Keep reading to learn more about GFI Solutions’ inventory of crane mats for sale!
Cost Savings in the Long Run
While the initial investment in purchasing crane mats from GFI Solutions may seem substantial, it is a cost-effective decision in the long run. Over time rental costs add up, especially if you are renting for an extended period of time or renting for multiple projects. By owning your crane mats, you can eliminate the recurring expenses associated with rentals, leading to significant cost savings over time. Moreover, GFI Solutions’ new and used crane mats are high quality and designed to withstand heavy loads and harsh conditions, reducing the need for frequent replacements or repairs.
Improved Project Planning and Flexibility
Owning crane mats gives project managers greater flexibility in planning and executing their operations. With rental mats, there may be limitations on availability, sizes, or quantities, which potentially cause delays or compromises in project execution. By having your own inventory of quality crane mats from GFI Solutions, you can be more proactive in project planning, ensuring that the correct mat sizes and quantities are readily available when needed without relying on external rental availability. In addition, GFI Solutions’ inventory management services can assist your project in maintaining your stock of crane mats.
Tailored Solutions for Specific Projects
Every construction, oil and gas, and drilling project is unique, with varying site conditions and load requirements. Investing in quality crane mats from GFI Solutions allows you to select and even custom manufacture the mats you need that best suit the specific demands of your project. At GFI Solutions, we offer several new and used crane mats for sale to suit any project. So whether it’s challenging terrains, environmentally sensitive areas, or exceptionally heavy loads, owning your crane mats allows you to tailor solutions that align with your project requirements, enhancing overall performance and safety.
Versatility and Reusability
GFI Solutions’ crane mats are designed to be versatile and durable. Our crane mats can be used in various projects and applications, making them a valuable asset in your equipment inventory. The reusability of our crane mats not only leads to cost savings but also minimizes waste and supports GFI Solutions’ sustainable construction practices. Whether you’re working on pipelines, bridges, wind farms, or utility installations, investing in crane mats from GFI Solutions ensures that you have a reliable ground protection solution for your projects.
Find the Crane Mats You Need at GFI Solutions
Investing in new or used crane mats from GFI Solutions offers numerous benefits for project managers and contractors. At GFI Solutions, we proudly provide a range of high-quality crane mats designed to withstand the rigours of heavy lifting operations. Our team of access solution experts is ready to assist you in finding the perfect matting solutions for your projects, providing you with the tools you need to optimize your project’s performance, safety, and overall success. Contact us today to learn more about our crane mats and the benefits they can bring to your project’s endeavours.
Aug 28, 2023 | Access Mats, News
At GFI Solutions, we are access mat professionals. We care for our customers from start to finish, offering a complete, after-installation access mat management program. To lengthen the durability of your access mats, we advise all of our customers to take advantage of this mat management program if you have yet to seriously consider how to care for your access mats after installation. Read on to find out more about this mat management program.
GFI Solutions Mat Management Program
In our mat management program, we take care of your access mats from installation to removal, whatever that looks like in each case. Our GFI Solutions team is waiting to transport your access mats to save you money and time. GFI Solutions offers a comprehensive mat management program featuring the following:
Professional Delivery and Installation
The goal of any access mat is to avoid ground disturbance or environmental cross-contamination. In addition to these qualities, our access mats will save you 60% in transportation costs through our ability to almost double the number of mats on each truck. We will also provide quality access mats that are 3-5x stronger than traditional mats.
Once delivered, our expert installers will proceed with your access mat installation on-site. Our GFI Solutions experts know how to handle your access mats during installation to avoid damage or gapping. Our customers each receive custom mat management programs to suit their needs if requested: if you do not have GFI Solutions access mats, don’t worry! We still offer this program to you. Contact us for a consultation.
We Handle Washing and Bleaching
Washing your access mats is how you prevent premature failure. Dirt, mud and grime will build up on your access mats after installation. But a good clean will keep your mats working from project to project without cross-contamination of environments or falling apart. By using our GFI Solutions mat maintenance program, you are lengthening the life cycle of your access mats and gaining a higher return on investment.
At GFI Solutions, we wash and bleach your access mats for you. We offer access mat installation, washing, delivery, and more. Let us deal with the transportation of your access mats to and from our washing machines—or let us bring our washing machines to you!
Access Mat Removal And Clean-Up
Once your project is complete or your access mats are no longer usable, GFI Solutions can assist with their removal. While a viable option is to allow the environmentally-safe access mat to biodegrade in place, we offer removal services that will remove your installed access mats and clean up any residual debris that may affect the environment. To access this service, please call GFI Solutions and discuss what mat management features best suit your needs.
From Consult to Tear-Down, GFI is Here!
GFI Solutions offers a range of access solutions for your project, including used and new access mats. Additionally, all grades of access matting are available with us. Each used mat undergoes testing to ensure quality before being taken on-site. Looking for a lightweight and cost-effective solution? Contact us today by phone at 1-833-GFI-MATS or use our contact form to talk to us about your access mat needs.
Aug 28, 2023 | Access Mats, News
At GFI Solutions, we’ve been in the business long enough to know that access mat rentals are necessary for terrain access problems. As someone in the oilpatch, construction, forestry or other remote-work industry, you probably know that the terrain you will be working with could be more work-friendly and ideal. Whether it’s too wet, too deep, too unstable or something else, your machines need to be able to do their job. Read on to learn why access mat rentals are the perfect solution.
Benefit Your Project with Access Mat Rentals
Our team of professionals is available to transport and install your access mat rentals for you. Letting GFI Solutions teams handle this means ensuring you will get your quality mats on time and in good condition. Then, when you complete your remote project, these experts can come back and help remove the access mat rentals and any remaining debris. Using access mat rentals for your project with GFI Solutions can reduce your environmental impact and the amount you pay into access solutions. Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) access mats for rent are an extremely efficient method for overcoming terrain issues in remote worksites.
Environmentally-Friendly Access Solutions
Our access mat rentals are made from sustainable Longleaf Southern Yellow Pine that has matured for over 20 years before being cut. Additionally, this wood is more robust than Douglas Fir: these CLT access mats for rent can be up to 5 times stronger than traditional bolted mats. They can handle more weight through their ability to disperse the weight over the mat’s surface area evenly, which is unique to Cross-Laminated Timber mats. More robust access mat rentals will remove some of the stress of working on a project on challenging terrain.
Additionally, the adhesive and wax seal we use on all four sides to reduce water damage are environmentally friendly, so any accidentally left-behind pieces will not harm nature. All of the CLT access mats are completely biodegradable.
Have Less Impact on the Soil
If you are looking for access solutions that will help you to reduce the amount of erosion, take advantage of our access mat rentals! Reduce your environmental impact during your project, and stay within regulations. Access mat rentals will prevent excessive damage to the surrounding habitat, unlike how traditional bolted mats or mats with metal elements can potentially damage the worksite if not used and disposed of properly.
GFI Solutions Can Help Solve Your Access Problems!
Get quality access mat rentals at GFI Solutions today! We are proud to offer premium products to create accessibility in your remote project. GFI Solutions works with many industries, including oilpatch, construction, and forestry. If you have any questions about our access mat rentals, please contact us or use our 24-hour phone line: 1-833-434-6287.
